It has become the signature Nutcracker of the nation’s capital. Set to Tchaikovsky’s magical score, this celebrated classic comes to life with intricate, stunning set designs, original period costumes, and over 100 dancers including students and trainees from The Washington School of Ballet. Join us again with family and friends or start a new holiday tradition with your loved ones. This celebrated production is set in historic 1882 Georgetown with George Washington, King George III, and other historical figures. 'Canceling our performances in the opera house through the fall is heartbreaking and we look forward to and expect to be able to welcome audiences back to Lyric in January 2021.' (Credit: Lyric Opera)Īccording to the Lyric Opera, plans are underway to have the stage set again in January of 2021 with a production (and Chicago premier) of 'Blue.' People with tickets purchased for this season 'will automatically have the value of those tickets transferred to their accounts.' The credit can go towards future performances, be refunded or donated.Experience the magic of The Washington Ballet’s charmingly-DC The Nutcracker! 'In this uncertain environment, we must put the safety of our guests, artists, and company first, respecting the policies implemented by the city of Chicago and the state of Illinois,' the organization said in a news release. In a statement, Lyric Opera of Chicago said there will be no performances for from September through December of this year. The Joffrey Ballet and Lyric Opera announced performances scheduled for 2020 won't be held, although there are plans to try to reschedule some in 2021.īoth cited the COVID-19 pandemic as the main reason to end their seasons early.

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