The Hip Hop Nutcracker
“A generous dose of contemporary spirit sure to heat up even the most restless and wintry of souls.”
The New York TimesA holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker returns for another spectacular tour. Directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier Award-nominated Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, smashing hip hop dance and Tchaikovsky’s timeless music together into a heart-stirring and inspirational holiday event. The Hip Hop Nutcracker is brought to life by a powerhouse cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow, one of hip hop’s founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set.
Just like the original, in The Hip Hop Nutcracker, Maria-Clara and the Nutcracker Prince go on a dream adventure battling a gang of mice, visiting the land of sweets and learning the lessons of the holiday season. Innovative digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s beloved story from traditional 19th Century Germany to the vibrant, diverse sights and sounds of contemporary New York City.
Grab your family and friends and let the dynamic performers of The Hip Hop Nutcracker take you on a journey that celebrates love, community and the magic of the holiday season.
- Show Dates
- Begins November 17, 2026 Nov 17, 2026
- Run Time
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2 hours including a 20-minute intermission
- Group Tickets
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Cast & Creative
Adapted by Mike Fitelson
Based on The Nutcracker by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Jennifer Weber
Director & Choreographer
Featuring freestyles by the Company
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