Urban Nutcracker

Urban Nutcracker offers a contemporary take on the classic ballet, blending Tchaikovsky's score with jazz, hip-hop, and world music influences. This production features a diverse cast of dancers and musicians, presenting familiar themes through a fresh lens. It's a different kind of holiday show for those looking beyond traditional interpretations. This performance on Thursday, December 17, 2026, is at Boston's historic Shubert Theatre. The venue provides a classic theatrical setting for this modern production. It draws an audience that appreciates both ballet and innovative, multicultural performances.