About This Event
Champaign Urbana Ballet presents The Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky's beloved holiday classic and a treasured Champaign-Urbana tradition. This enchanting production features CU Ballet company dancers and local children in a magical tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince, guided by the mysterious Herr Drosselmeyer. Audiences of all ages will be captivated by the thrilling battle of mice and soldiers and the dazzling scenes of snow and sweets. Founded in 1998, CU Ballet is known for its professional-quality performances and commitment to training young dancers while enriching the community through the art of ballet.
Thursday, December 4th - Friday, December 5th, 2025 at 7:30PM in the Tryon Festival Theatre
Saturday, December 6th, 2025 at 2:00PM and at 7:30PM in the Tryon Festival Theatre
Sunday, December 7th, 2025 at 2:00PM and at 6:00PM in the Tryon Festival Theatre
See the Krannert Center website for more details and to purchase tickets.
Featured Items from MPAL's Collection
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The Nutcracker. Op. 71.
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Sugar rum cherry : from the nutcracker suite by
Call Number: CDISC M1366 .T33S3P3V3no.2 2003Score also available: M1366 .T33S3P3V3no.2 2003 -
Tchaikovsky
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Call Number: ML410.T24 W55T3 2009 -
The Nutcracker
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Call Number: CDISC M1520 .T32op.71C4 2014 -
