“The Nutcracker is a blessing and a curse,” says Chris Takashima. “We call it a beast.” She’s not talking casting or choreography—it’s the costuming that makes her head spin faster than a dancer doing ...

A former Boston Ballet dancer, Merlin brings native knowledge to the fitting room. “Instead of just putting the costume on ...

The weather outside was stormy and warmish. Inside the Houston Ballet's wardroom shop, it was chilly enough to craft snowflakes. There, in a space that looks like a cross between a kitchen and a ...

The creation of Premiere’s new Nutcracker tutus developed partly out of necessity and partly from intrigue from the “costume fairies.” Charlene White, Premiere’s artistic director, said that over time ...

Each December, the stage at Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater is transformed into a sparkling winter wonderland, ...

Fort Wayne Ballet each year small makes changes to “The Nutcracker” such as a updated costumes or set pieces. The 2024 production includes new costumes for a few key roles as well as a look toward ...

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - This segment on The Three was paid for and sponsored by The Arts Center of Brazos Valley. You can get a sneak peek at The Nutcracker before it hits the stage. The Arts Center of ...

Texas Ballet Theater (TBT) will present Ben Stevenson, O.B.E.’s The Nutcracker, running November 28 through December 28, 2025 ...

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) will present The Nutcracker from December 5–28, 2025, at the Benedum Center. Set in ...