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This December, journey into a world of sugar-spun dreams and enchantment with Charlottesville Ballet’s The Nutcracker—a dazzling 90-minute production that blends holiday tradition with sparkling new magic, presented by Blue Ridge Bank.
Follow young Clara as the Nutcracker leads her through an epic battle with the Mouse King and into the swirling Land of Snowflakes inspired by Massanutten Resort and the radiant Land of Sweets. From leaping candy canes to graceful flowers and the iconic Sugar Plum Fairy, each scene sparkles with wonder and delight.
Featuring over 250 community performers and professional dancers from Charlottesville Ballet’s company this heartwarming ballet is perfect for all ages—whether it’s your first Nutcracker or your fiftieth. Select performances feature live orchestral accompaniment by members of the Charlottesville Symphony conducted by Benjamin Rous, and sensory-friendly options designed for families with young children or individuals with disabilities.
After select performances, don’t miss our beloved “Class with Clara” event—a magical opportunity for children ages 3-10 to step on stage, take a mini ballet class, meet the characters, and pose for photos with Clara and her friends.
December 7 & 23 - Sensory-Friendly Show
Nutcracker Sweets is a 45-minute abridged version of Act II, thoughtfully designed for individuals with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other disabilities. This sensory-friendly experience features a narrated introduction with ASL interpretation, recorded music, adjusted lighting and sound, and a welcoming, judgment-free atmosphere. A designated quiet area will be available throughout the show.
Nutcracker Performances & Special Events:
Charlottesville – Dec 6 & 7, 13 & 14 (with Charlottesville Symphony), & 22
Nutcracker Sweets - Dec 7 & 23

The Nutcracker
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center

Choreography and Original Direction by Stoner Winslett
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Experience the magic of Richmond Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker. Set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score and accompanied by the Richmond Symphony, this festive holiday tradition captures the wonder of the winter season.

Dates & Times
Saturday, December 6 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 7 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 12 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 13 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 14 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Thursday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Friday, December 19 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 20 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 21 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday, December 22 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 23 – 1:00 PM

Tickets start at $31.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

The runtime for this performance is approximately 2 hours including one 20 minute intermission.

Please note: Strobe lighting and smoke effects are used in the production.

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This December, journey into a world of sugar-spun dreams and enchantment with Charlottesville Ballet’s The Nutcracker—a dazzling 90-minute production that blends holiday tradition with sparkling new magic, presented by Blue Ridge Bank.
Follow young Clara as the Nutcracker leads her through an epic battle with the Mouse King and into the swirling Land of Snowflakes inspired by Massanutten Resort and the radiant Land of Sweets. From leaping candy canes to graceful flowers and the iconic Sugar Plum Fairy, each scene sparkles with wonder and delight.
Featuring over 250 community performers and professional dancers from Charlottesville Ballet’s company this heartwarming ballet is perfect for all ages—whether it’s your first Nutcracker or your fiftieth. Select performances feature live orchestral accompaniment by members of the Charlottesville Symphony conducted by Benjamin Rous, and sensory-friendly options designed for families with young children or individuals with disabilities.
After select performances, don’t miss our beloved “Class with Clara” event—a magical opportunity for children ages 3-10 to step on stage, take a mini ballet class, meet the characters, and pose for photos with Clara and her friends.
December 7 & 23 - Sensory-Friendly Show
Nutcracker Sweets is a 45-minute abridged version of Act II, thoughtfully designed for individuals with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other disabilities. This sensory-friendly experience features a narrated introduction with ASL interpretation, recorded music, adjusted lighting and sound, and a welcoming, judgment-free atmosphere. A designated quiet area will be available throughout the show.
Nutcracker Performances & Special Events:
Charlottesville – Dec 6 & 7, 13 & 14 (with Charlottesville Symphony), & 22
Nutcracker Sweets - Dec 7 & 23

This December, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown explodes onto the Live Arts stage with a Technicolor tangle of love and self-discovery. Pepa’s world tilts when her lover vanishes, and her search for her beloved spirals into ex-wives, taxi drivers, best friends, and one unforgettable batch of gazpacho. From composer-lyricist David Yazbek and book writer Jeffrey Lane, this rollicking musical is adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s cult classic and brought to life by your talented community!
Director Xavier Taylor (of Kinky Boots) calls it witty, hopeful, and charming, a story of independence and resilience with a vibrant Latin-infused score. December 5 through January 3 at Live Arts, 123 East Water Street. Tickets at livearts.org, or call 434-977-4177. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

The Nutcracker
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center

Choreography and Original Direction by Stoner Winslett
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Experience the magic of Richmond Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker. Set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score and accompanied by the Richmond Symphony, this festive holiday tradition captures the wonder of the winter season.

Dates & Times
Saturday, December 6 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 7 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 12 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 13 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 14 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Thursday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Friday, December 19 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 20 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 21 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday, December 22 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 23 – 1:00 PM

Tickets start at $31.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

The runtime for this performance is approximately 2 hours including one 20 minute intermission.

Please note: Strobe lighting and smoke effects are used in the production.

This December, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown explodes onto the Live Arts stage with a Technicolor tangle of love and self-discovery. Pepa’s world tilts when her lover vanishes, and her search for her beloved spirals into ex-wives, taxi drivers, best friends, and one unforgettable batch of gazpacho. From composer-lyricist David Yazbek and book writer Jeffrey Lane, this rollicking musical is adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s cult classic and brought to life by your talented community!
Director Xavier Taylor (of Kinky Boots) calls it witty, hopeful, and charming, a story of independence and resilience with a vibrant Latin-infused score. December 5 through January 3 at Live Arts, 123 East Water Street. Tickets at livearts.org, or call 434-977-4177. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

The Nutcracker
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center

Choreography and Original Direction by Stoner Winslett
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Experience the magic of Richmond Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker. Set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score and accompanied by the Richmond Symphony, this festive holiday tradition captures the wonder of the winter season.

Dates & Times
Saturday, December 6 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 7 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 12 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 13 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 14 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Thursday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Friday, December 19 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 20 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 21 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday, December 22 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 23 – 1:00 PM

Tickets start at $31.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

The runtime for this performance is approximately 2 hours including one 20 minute intermission.

Please note: Strobe lighting and smoke effects are used in the production.

Morgan Wade at the Academy

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Morgan Wade brings her raw, heartfelt storytelling to the Academy with a performance that reflects on her journey of self-discovery, sobriety, and resilience. Her latest album, The Party Is Over (Recovered), revisits songs she wrote between the ages of 19 and 22—capturing the highs and lows of youth, the search for identity, and the struggles with addiction that she has since overcome.

From the introspective lead single “East Coast” to the candid title track and the deeply personal new song “Hardwood Floor,” Wade’s music spans a range of emotions—loneliness, love, and the hard-earned wisdom of adulthood. Known for her powerful voice and genre-blending sound, Wade has toured with stars from Chris Stapleton to Alanis Morissette, earning critical acclaim both in Nashville and beyond.

This is a unique opportunity to experience an artist reflecting on the past while embracing the present, performing songs that reveal both vulnerability and strength in equal measure.

This December, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown explodes onto the Live Arts stage with a Technicolor tangle of love and self-discovery. Pepa’s world tilts when her lover vanishes, and her search for her beloved spirals into ex-wives, taxi drivers, best friends, and one unforgettable batch of gazpacho. From composer-lyricist David Yazbek and book writer Jeffrey Lane, this rollicking musical is adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s cult classic and brought to life by your talented community!
Director Xavier Taylor (of Kinky Boots) calls it witty, hopeful, and charming, a story of independence and resilience with a vibrant Latin-infused score. December 5 through January 3 at Live Arts, 123 East Water Street. Tickets at livearts.org, or call 434-977-4177. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.