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The Nutcracker

Cultural  
  1. A ballet by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, dramatizing a children's story of Christmas. The Nutcracker is frequently presented during the Christmas season.


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Her performance as the Rat Queen in "The Nutcracker" for almost a month drew praise for its sophistication.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

She is expected to compete for the individual title at the Russian Jump Championships, as well a duo competition alongside Mark Kondratiuk, her partner in "The Nutcracker".

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

Jill Biden said the video offers “a bit of magic, wonder, and joy brought to you by the talented tappers of Dorrance Dance, performing their playful interpretation of The Nutcracker Suite.”

From Washington Times • Dec. 14, 2023

The brand, which was launched in 1959, has previously seen animated adaptations including Barbie In The Nutcracker, Barbie As Rapunzel and Barbie Of Swan Lake.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2023

We ’ave the entire chorus of The Nutcracker returning to the London stage.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck