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Performance Dates:

FRI & SAT, DEC 6 - 7, 2024 / 8 PM
SAT & SUN, DEC 7 - 8, 2024 / 2 PM
with Grand Rapids Ballet

Visions of sugar plum fairies will dance across the stage in this treasured holiday classic! The Grand Rapids Ballet returns to perform their re-envisioned production of The Nutcracker, played by our own Symphony Orchestra. Experience the holiday magic with Clara as she journeys to the Land of Sweets with the Nutcracker, a gift from her mysterious uncle. Featuring choreography from world-renowned Val Caniparoli, with the dancing set against a distinctive and lush storybook set created by celebrated The Polar Express author/illustrator Chris Van Allsburg and designed by Tony® Award winner Eugene Lee.

KID ACTIVITIES PRE-SHOW / Discover the history of nutcrackers while you create your very own souvenir to bring home! Join our Educators in the lobby the hour before the show to create your very own nutcracker ornament. 

PRIX-FIXE DINNER / Pair your evening with a Prix Fixe Dinner from Midland Center's on-site chef before the performance on DEC 7. Dinners include your choice from three entrees, a starter course, a dessert course, and a choice of one glass of our outstanding house beers, wines or soda. Click here to view the menu and reserve your spot. Pre-purchase is required, and will close on DEC 2.


Sponsored by Tri-Star Trust  Poznak Dyer Kanar Schefsky Thompson PLC Cumulus Media

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