San Francisco Ballet's sparkling production of Nutcracker has introduced audiences of all ages to the magnificent world of ballet. This holiday season, experience the beauty and athleticism of SF Ballet's international cast of world-class dancers in Nutcracker, a San Francisco tradition since 1944. Accompanied by a sensational live orchestra performing Tchaikovsky's timeless score.

Featuring spectacular sets and beautifully costumed dancers, the Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet is an annual treat for the whole family. Whimsical and imaginative storytelling blends with the richness of classical dance, dazzling costumes, soaring birds, giant puppets and a grand stage design to make this particular Nutcracker a unique holiday treat not to be missed!

The extremely talented dancers of Ukraine's Grand Kyiv Ballet are back on the stage in North America, performing Tchaikovsky's must-see holiday classic The Nutcracker! Originally written by E.T.A. Hoffmann, Tchaikovsky's masterpiece score to the world-famous ballet received its debut over 130 years ago, in 1892. A truly timeless work, an evening spent at a performance of this enchanting show is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!

Returning for 2024, the San Francisco Symphony's annual holiday extravaganza has more than enough festive fun to banish even the biggest Scrooge! Featuring a program of holiday favorites new and old and a delightful cast including musicians, dancers, and special guests, Deck The Hall is one unmissable San Francisco holiday tradition!

Liam Scarlett's celebrated production of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein returns to San Francisco in March 2025! Scarlett's work has been lauded for its psychological complexities and expressive movement in dance. His first full-length ballet, Frankenstein brings to life the troubled Dr. Frankenstein and his equally tragic Creature, exploring man's desire to create and moving away from its "horror" label.

The glorious Gilded Age shines brightly in the the World Ballet Company's world premiere production of F. Scott Fitzgerald's cherished novel! Let the elegant costumes and sumptuous sets whisk you back to the Jazz Age where the mystery of self-made millionaire Jay Gatsby captures the imaginations of the well-heeled West Egg community.