The Nutcracker

Performances

The Nutcracker

“The Nutcracker” returns to live performance at the Stevens Center, December 9-18, 2022. Students from the schools of Dance, Music and Design & Production collaborate to produce this magical ballet. Experience the lush score, vivid staging and extraordinary performances that have made our UNCSA production a beloved holiday tradition.

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Dance faculty member Ilya Kozadayev will choreograph the 2022 production. Guest Conductor Jiannan Cheng, who is on the faculty of Rowan University, leads the UNCSA Symphony Orchestra. Proceeds from net ticket sales fund student scholarships at UNCSA.

"The Nutcracker" — An original film

Premiered in December 2020, watch our 30-minute film.

Nutcracker News & Stories

Learn more about "The Nutcracker" through these features and news stories.

Marissa McCullough is right at home managing costumes for "The Nutcracker"

Dance Costume Shop Director Marissa McCullough not only manages all of the costumes for every School of Dance performance throughout the year but is also present at every performance of the annual production of "The Nutcracker" making sure students feel comfortable and confident.

“The Nutcracker,” presented by Mercedes-Benz of Winston-Salem, live at the Stevens Center Dec. 9-18

UNCSA proudly welcomes Mercedes-Benz of Winston-Salem as the 2022 sponsor for the beloved annual holiday tradition of "The Nutcracker."

Film of live performance of the "Nutcracker" will be available on demand beginning Monday, Dec. 20

"The Nutcracker," the beloved holiday tradition, has sold out for 11 performances at the Stevens Center in downtown Winston-Salem. But fans of the timeless classical ballet can experience the magic from the comfort of their own homes by purchasing access to an on-demand film of this year's live stage production, shot before a live audience.

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Bring the holiday magic home

"The Nutcracker" Boutique features an assortment of nutcrackers, snow globes, ornaments and more. 20% of every purchase will benefit the UNCSA Parent Support Organization (PSO). Shop in person at the Stevens Center before your showtime, or online. Purchases over $50 receive free shipping.

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Nutcracker Virtual Backgrounds

Spread the magic of "The Nutcracker" with custom virtual backgrounds for your next class or meeting.

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