Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet | F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, Wilkes-Barre
Tuesday, December 1, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet takes place at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre on Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM. This large-scale holiday production brings a visually stunning interpretation of the classic Nutcracker to the stage.
Celebrated as the largest Nutcracker production in North America, the performance features an international cast of dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, elaborate costumes and towering puppetry. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, the show creates an immersive theatrical experience that blends tradition with imaginative storytelling.
Now in its 34th year, the production tours more than 80 cities annually and continues to captivate audiences across the country. A standout moment of the performance is Act II’s “Land of Peace and Harmony,” highlighted by the Dove of Peace adagio, which offers a powerful visual representation of unity and beauty.
In addition to the performance, the production supports arts education through its “Dance with Us” program, partnering with local dance studios to provide workshops and performance opportunities for young dancers alongside the professional cast.
With its high production value and attention to detail, the show delivers a memorable holiday experience for audiences of all ages.
F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
