Get in the spirit with these stage spectaculars both old and new
Cirque du Soleil’s ’Twas the Night Before…: This modern circus twist on Clement Moore’s well-known tale of St. Nick takes over the Boch Center’s Wang Theatre November 26–December 14, showcasing stunning acrobatics set to a re-imagined holiday soundtrack.
Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker: The annual classic returns to the Citizens Bank Opera House November 28–December 28. Lavish costumes, eye-popping sets, the timeless Tchaikovsky score and choreography by company artistic director Mikko Nissisnen highlight why the show continues to dazzle year after year.
Holiday Pops (pictured): The Boston Pops’ perennial tribute to the season is selling fast, so get your tickets now to experience Keith Lockhart and the orchestra’s musical celebration at Symphony Hall December 4–24, which includes kids’ matinees complete with a visit from Santa.
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol: A newer Theatre District tradition, this Commonwealth Shakespeare Company presentation graces the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre stage December 6–23 with a musical version of the familiar yuletide ghost story that features traditional Victorian Era carols and costumes.
Anthony Williams’ Urban Nutcracker: The beloved local production—a contemporary hip-hop, tap, flamenco and jazz-infused iteration of the E.T.A. Hoffmann fairy tale marking its 25th year—takes up residence at the Boch Center’s Shubert Theatre December 13–21.
