Houston’s ultimate holiday tradition is back on stage! The Houston Ballet brings back The Nutcracker to the Wortham Theater Center from November 27 through December 28, 2026, in Stanton Welch’s spectacular production set to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s beloved score.
More than 300 Houston Ballet Academy students will dance alongside the professional company, filling the stage with dazzling sets, glittering costumes and the swirling magic of the Land of Snow. Audiences will follow Clara on a wondrous Christmas Eve adventure with Drosselmeyer, the Nutcracker Prince and the Sugar Plum Fairy, all the way to the radiant Kingdom of Sweets.
A cherished experience for families and first-time visitors alike, The Nutcracker continues to enchant generation after generation with its wonder and joy. Houston Ballet is also offering Value Day performances to make this glittering holiday dream easier on every family’s budget, plus a sensory-friendly performance so everyone can share in the celebration.
Tickets are on sale now. Create cherished holiday memories with loved ones and let The Nutcracker carry you into a season filled with joy, imagination and festive wonder in the heart of downtown Houston.
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