A beloved Victoria tradition since 1985, The Nutcracker returns to enchant audiences with five dazzling performances. This year’s production stars returning principal guest artists Karina Gonzalez and Harper Watters of Houston Ballet. With the charm of Tchaikovsky’s iconic score and a cast of community members, VBT dancers, and professional guests, this production promises festive magic for audiences of all ages.

Each year, approximately 150 community members join the stage alongside company dancers and professional guest artists to bring this cherished holiday classic to life. Open community auditions for The Nutcracker will be held on the afternoon of Sunday, September 28. Check Nutcracker audition page HERE for more information.

For the first time in the company’s 40+ year history, all VISD fourth-grade students will attend all three of VBT’s educational productions completely free of charge. In past seasons, VBT has provided free access to its fall and spring shows for VISD students. This season marks the inaugural year that The Nutcracker—the company’s most lavish and anticipated production—will also be included in this initiative.

The Nutcracker is made possible by a grant from the Albert E. & Myrtle Gunn York Trust.