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The Nutcracker

  • December 18 - 20, 2026
  • Basalt Middle School

    51 School St, 51 School St, Basalt, CO 81621, USA
    Basalt, Colorado
Ticket Price $20.03-$69.40 Buy Tickets
Description

Experience the Magic: Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker

Create an unforgettable holiday tradition with your family at Crystal River Youth Ballet Company’s annual production of The Nutcracker. Since 1999, this spectacular, full-length classical ballet has enchanted audiences of all ages, bringing E.T.A. Hoffmann’s timeless tale to life through Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s iconic score.

Watch the stage come alive with over 90 dancers, showcasing the incredible talent of local students—some as young as three years old—performing alongside seasoned professional dancers. Featuring more than 300 breathtaking costumes, vibrant props, and enchanting scenic design, this is the definitive holiday event you won't want to miss.

🎭 Production Highlights

  • The Full-Length Classic: A magnificent two-act production faithful to the original 1892 masterpiece.

  • A Community Tradition: Celebrating over 25 years of bringing holiday magic to the Roaring Fork Valley.

  • Spectacular Visuals: Over 300 stunning costumes!

  • Perfect for Families: A warm, welcoming performance designed to delight audiences of all generations.

Tickets sell quickly for this annual family favorite. Select your performance and reserve your seats below!


 

Date & Time

Dec 18 - 20, 2026

Venue Details

Basalt Middle School

51 School St, 51 School St, Basalt, CO 81621, USA
Basalt, Colorado Basalt Middle School
Crystal River Ballet

Crystal River Ballet offers dance classes in both classical and contemporary dance for ages 3 to adult. 

 

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