The Nutcracker
The story of The Nutcracker is loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on Christmas Eve and wages a battle against the evil Mouse King.
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Choreographed by Tom Gold
The story of The Nutcracker is loosely based on the E.T.A. Hoffmann fantasy story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, about a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on Christmas Eve and wages a battle against the evil Mouse King.
COCA’s Ballet Eclectica dancers perform an exciting adaptation of the beloved holiday classic choreographed by internationally recognized dancer and choreographer Tom Gold and set to the original score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. This thrilling version follows the lead characters on an enchanting journey through historical landmarks, with characters inspired by famous staples of our city!
Recommended for Ages 4+
Run Time: 90 minutes
Location:
COCA — Center of Creative Arts, Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO, USA
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Dates:
12/11/2026
12/12/2026
12/13/2026
Time:
FRI | 7:00PM
SAT | 3:00PM & 7:00PM
SUN | 1:00PM & 5:00PM
Price:
$31
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