Here’s Where to Watch The Nutcracker In Oklahoma

One of the most magical longstanding traditions of the holiday season is attending a live performance of The Nutcracker, and there are multiple opportunities to watch the ballet in Oklahoma. Whether you're continuing a family tradition or starting a new one, The Nutcracker is a great way to celebrate the holidays.

The Nutcracker is a classical ballet that was composed by Tchaikovsky and tells the story of a little girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on Christmas Eve. The ballet features some of the most famous holiday orchestral pieces, including March, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and Waltz of the Flowers.

Here's where to see The Nutcracker in Oklahoma!

The Nutcracker is performed by several ballet companies throughout the world during the holiday season. And in Oklahoma, you have multiple opportunities to see The Nutcracker throughout the state!

Oklahoma City Ballet - Dec. 14-23, Civic Center Music Hall

The Oklahoma City Ballet will present its new version of the holiday classic The Nutcracker, which will feature new characters, sets and costumes. The Oklahoma City Ballet will also perform live with the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and Canterbury Voices. The performances will take place Dec. 14-23 at the Civic Center Music Hall in downtown Oklahoma City. Tickets are available from $29-130.

Central Oklahoma Ballet - Dec. 7 & 8, Yukon Fine Arts Center

Central Oklahoma Ballet will present The Nutcracker on Dec. 7 and 8 at the Yukon Fine Arts Center in Yukon, Oklahoma. The production will feature professional guests artists and local talent. The ballet will be accompanied by the Oklahoma Community Orchestra. Tickets are now available starting at $25.

Tulsa Ballet - Dec. 8-22, Tulsa Performing Arts Center

The Tulsa Ballet premiered its version of The Nutcracker in 2021 and will continue the tradition this year Dec. 8-22 at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. The Tulsa Ballet will be accompanied by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are now available from $42 to $136.

Lawton Ballet Theatre - Dec. 20-22, McMahon Memorial Auditorium

Lawton Ballet Theatre will present its 12th annual production of The Nutcracker from Dec. 20-22 at the McMahon Memorial Auditorium in Lawton, Oklahoma. The production will feature local talent from ages three to adult. Lawton Ballet Theatre will also host a special Nutcracker Tea Party Dec. 14 and 15 at the Lawton Ballet Theatre studio which will feature tea, light refreshments, ballet lesson, reading of The Nutcracker story, crafts and pictures with the cast.