It's finally here: George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® opens at Lincoln Center tonight at 8 PM EST, for the first time since winter 2019. Will you be there to share in the magic this weekend? Don't wait to secure your seats: nycballet.com/nutcracker | New York City Ballet

1.3K reactions · 177 shares | See all of your favorite characters magically come to life onstage in George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®, now through December 31. George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® is generously sponsored by the Travelers Companies, Inc. | New York City Ballet | Facebook

As Tschaikovsky’s iconic score begins to play, you’ll be transported to a world of wonder and enchantment. George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® NOV 29– JAN 5. George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® is generously sponsored by the Travelers Companies, Inc. | New York City Ballet

23K views · 893 reactions | On and offstage couple, Sarah Ricard Orza and Seth Orza have a long history with George Balanchine's The Nutcracker; before they were dancers at Pacific Northwest Ballet, they performed Mr. B's Nutcracker with New York City Ballet. This will be the second year they're dancing the title roles together, Sarah as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Seth as her Cavalier. Their 3-year old daughter can't wait.  | Pacific Northwest Ballet | Facebook

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker at New York City Ballet is the version that originated the beloved American holiday tradition. Be a part of the history now through DEC 31. | New York City Ballet

You think you know The Nutcracker — but you’ve probably only seen one version. From Hoffmann’s dark fairy tale to Balanchine’s snow-filled nostalgia, hip-hop remixes, and radical reimaginings, The Nutcracker has become a thousand different stories over two centuries. ❄️🩰 Our latest blog cracks open the history — and explores how NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet reimagines Act II as the Land of Peace and Harmony, offering a powerful alternative to the sugar-coated tradition. Read the full st