The Nutcracker

NMBT annually presents a cherished holiday tradition

Nutcracker Performances

December 7th and 8th at

Traverse City Central High School

December 14th at

The Cheboygan Opera House

Winter and magic combine to…

Bring you a Christmas story of a time gone by. Gather your family and step into another realm for a night of sugarplum dreams.

A Tchaikovsky Classic

Although the original 1892 performance was a flop, The Nutcracker has snowballed into a holiday must-see for families today. A traditional story with original choreography by company Artistic Director, Thomas Morrell, The Nutcracker has quickly become an NMBT audience favorite! Be sure to follow us for all updates and performance dates. In addition to shows in our home of Traverse City, NMBT strives to tour The Nutcracker to a new and deserving community every year.

Nutcracker Family

Every generation is represented in this timeless classic. Dancers aged 8 and above are needed and encouraged to audition every August for this annual winter event. Being an NMBT member is not a requirement, and new dancers from any studio are welcomed with open arms to join for only the holiday season. Learn how you can join our cast!

Frosty tipped noses and fluttering snowflakes. Crackling logs and stories read by the fireplace. Capture the spirit of Christmas with NMBT’s presentation of a holiday tradition and classic…

The Nutcracker

Get involved!

Do you want to be a part of a beloved holiday tradition? Have a dancer in your life that wants to participate? Reach out and see how you can contribute to NMBT’s The Nutcracker. All dancers and volunteers are welcome to our NMBT community - no studio affiliation required.