Houston Ballet The Nutcracker Tickets

The beloved story of the Nutcracker is an all time favorite among children due to its festive plot, adventure and snowy landscape. The original story was written as The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E. T. A. Hoffmann in 1816. Another version was written by the French author Alexandre Dumas, which was then adapted into a two act ballet with choreography by Lev Ivanov and Marius Petipa with a beautiful score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky; the fascinating ballet premiered during the Christmas season of 1892. The ballet started gaining more recognition during the mid-20th century with many ballet companies developing their own renditions of the enchanting story. One of the most popular adaptations of the fairy tale was done by Houston Ballet’s charismatic artistic director Ben Stevenson in 1977 and since then it has become one of the most loved productions of Houston Ballet. Houston Ballet Nutcracker has been seen by more than 1,000,000 spectators since its premiere and continues to mesmerize its audience due to its breathtaking choreography by Ben Stevenson, enthralling music by Tchaikovsky and stunning sets and costumes by Desmond Heeley. Christmas feels more complete after seeing the Houston Ballet Nutcracker.

The captivating story of a young girl’s adventure in her dream world with her nutcracker prince is a story close to everyone’s heart. The Houston Ballet Nutcracker is magic personified with enthralling scenes like the fierce fighting with the king rat and its giant mice, the stunning land of snow, the dance among the glittering snowflakes, the kingdom of sweets with the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy and the beautiful waltz of the flowers. The special effects and the stage decorations are enchantingly beautiful. The spectators are captivated by the beautiful Christmas tree that grows in front of their eyes to 40 feet and they are hundred percent sure that it is no camera trick. The sparkling snow falling down on the stage amaze the audience and last but not the least, the live firing of a canon on the stage. The ballet brings adventure, fantasy, romance, love, action and the Christmas spirit to the stage. The audience is entertained throughout the show and does not leave the event unaffected; there is a smile on everyone’s face.

With a live orchestra and a plush theatre, the spectators are treated to enchanting performances by great dancers. The Houston Ballet Nutcracker is simply the epitome of Christmas festivity due to its enthralling story. It is loved by all members of the family, young and old alike. The fantastic costumes and the mesmerizing choreography make you feel that you have also entered a fantasy world like the main protagonist of the Ballet, Clara. The music is so melodious and so much popular that it has been permanently associated with Christmas. You already know the tunes and love them as they come often on television during the Christmas season. However, hearing them on television or seeing the various versions of the Nutcracker in movies is nothing when compared with a stunning ballet show with live orchestra music. With electrifying acoustics and dazzling sets, Houston Ballet Nutcracker is a must see. Moreover, its dances are legendary like the Chinese Dance, Spanish Dance, Arabian Dance, Waltz of the Flowers, Russian Dance and the amazing grand pas de deux between the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Nutcracker Prince. See a beautiful story gloriously unfold on the stage where evil is thwarted and good wins in the end. Enter the theatre with excitement and leave exuberated with gladness in your heart. Grab your Houston Ballet Nutcracker tickets today before you miss an opportunity to enjoy Christmas to the fullest.

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