Name: The Nutcracker
Start: 2025-12-12T19:30:00-06:00
End: 2025-12-12T21:30:00-06:00
Location: University of Houston – Clear Lake – Bayou Theater

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December 2025
December 7 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

HOUSTON REPERTOIRE BALLET PROUDLY CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON

CFISD Visual and Performing Arts Center 11440 Matzke Road, Cypress, TX, United States

Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB), Houston’s premier pre-professional ballet company, celebrates its 30th season, beginning with its 27th annual performance series of The Nutcracker featuring exquisite professional guest artists Anabel Katsnelson as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Alexander Peters as the Cavalier, both of Miami City Ballet, along with Eli Waunch as the Snow King, and […]

$20 – $35
December 7 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

The Nutcracker

Uptown Dance Company Outdoor Theatre 7417 Shadyvilla Lane, Houston, TX, United States

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Uptown Dance Company’s 26th annual production of The Nutcracker. A beloved tradition for families across Houston, this timeless ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score to life with dazzling choreography, exquisite costumes, and a cast of professional dancers alongside talented youth performers. From the festive holiday party to the […]

$65
December 7 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

The Nutcracker

University of Houston – Clear Lake – Bayou Theater 2700 Bay Area Blvd Bayou Building, Houston, TX, United States

The Nutcracker is a classical ballet performed in two acts to Tchaikovsky’s music. Based on a surreal short story by E. T. A. Hoffmann, The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, a young girl who dreams of having adventures with a nutcracker that she receives for Christmas. It is a classical holiday tradition filled with […]

$28 – $38
December 7 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

CLARA’S TEA presented by The BalletForte Guild

Safari Texas Ranch 11627 FM 1464, Richmond, TX, United States

A magical afternoon of the story of The Nutcracker performed by BalletForte. Admission includes a generous buffet of finger sandwiches, hors d’œuvres, and mini desserts. Enjoy character meet and greets, holiday shopping and the silent auction after the show. The perfect mother-child event or for friends, family and neighbors to share the joy of the […]

$48 – $450
December 7 @ 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

HOUSTON REPERTOIRE BALLET PROUDLY CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON

CFISD Visual and Performing Arts Center 11440 Matzke Road, Cypress, TX, United States

Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB), Houston’s premier pre-professional ballet company, celebrates its 30th season, beginning with its 27th annual performance series of The Nutcracker featuring exquisite professional guest artists Anabel Katsnelson as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Alexander Peters as the Cavalier, both of Miami City Ballet, along with Eli Waunch as the Snow King, and […]

$20 – $35
December 7 @ 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Houston Swing Dance Society

River Oaks School of Dancing 3115 Allen Parkway #2, Houston, TX, United States

Dance with us every Sunday in Houston!! Join us for a beginner lesson from 6:15-7:15 PM and social dancing from 7:15-9:15 PM! 4-week monthly series start over on the first Sunday of each month. No partner necessary and all ages are welcome.
December 9 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Houston reVision CommUnity Night

YMCA Connect Community/KIPP Connect Gym 6700 Bellaire Ave, Houston, TX, United States

Open to the public! Dance sessions (breaking, hip hop) open community practice.

Free
December 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

The Nutcracker

Uptown Dance Company Outdoor Theatre 7417 Shadyvilla Lane, Houston, TX, United States

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Uptown Dance Company’s 26th annual production of The Nutcracker. A beloved tradition for families across Houston, this timeless ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score to life with dazzling choreography, exquisite costumes, and a cast of professional dancers alongside talented youth performers. From the festive holiday party to the […]

$65
December 11 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Houston reVision CommUnity Night

Burnett Bayland Community Center 6026 Chimney Rock Rd, Houston, TX, United States

Open to the public! Open dance sessions, community gathering space, fun, and safe for youth and families.

Free
December 12 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

The Nutcracker

Uptown Dance Company Outdoor Theatre 7417 Shadyvilla Lane, Houston, TX, United States

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Uptown Dance Company’s 26th annual production of The Nutcracker. A beloved tradition for families across Houston, this timeless ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score to life with dazzling choreography, exquisite costumes, and a cast of professional dancers alongside talented youth performers. From the festive holiday party to the […]

$65
December 12 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Pluto Soundz x Wild She Dances

The Silos at Sawyer Yards 1502 Sawyer St,, Houston, TX, United States

This FREE, collaborative performance takes place in Houston’s unique art-scape, The Silos at Sawyer Yards, with Pluto Soundz and Wild She Dances teaming up for a beautiful evening of music and dance. Pluto Soundz, an eclectic string ensemble, is supported by Houston Arts Alliance, which made this performance possible.

Free
December 12 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

The Nutcracker

University of Houston – Clear Lake – Bayou Theater 2700 Bay Area Blvd Bayou Building, Houston, TX, United States

The Nutcracker is a classical ballet performed in two acts to Tchaikovsky’s music. Based on a surreal short story by E. T. A. Hoffmann, The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, a young girl who dreams of having adventures with a nutcracker that she receives for Christmas. It is a classical holiday tradition filled with […]

$28 – $38