Aspen - Aspen District Theatre - Aspen Santa Fe Ballet

Boulder - Macky Auditorium - The Boulder Ballet will be performing the Nutcracker in Boulder, at the Macky Auditorium and in nearby Longmont, CO at the Vance Brand Auditorium. There will be a live orchestra. The phone number is (303) 449-1343. www.boulderballet.org

Colorado Springs - Palmer High School Auditorium  -  The Peak Ballet Theatre presents "The Nutcracker".  Phone: 719.632.7511 or on the web at: www.thepeakballet.org

Colorado Springs - San Diego Ballet's Nutcracker   "...While visions of Sugarplums danced in their heads..."   at the Pikes Peak Center: 190 S. Cascade Ave  http://www.pikespeakcenter.org/   Box Office: 719/520-7469  Leaping Cossacks! Flurries of Snowflakes! Beautiful Sugarplum Fairy and a Legion of Rats! See them all swoop and soar across San Diego stages in America's Favorite Holiday Event! This ballet fantasy features an international  cast of over 100 beautifully costumed dancers, reveling in Tchaikovsky's beloved score. Come and join San Diego Ballet on an enchanting journey through a landscape of Yuletide dreams. Bring the entire family!  Directed & Choreographed by Robin Sherertz-Morgan and Javier Velasco, Lighting by Philippe Bergman (formerly of Roland Petita's Ballet Marseilles). http://www.sandiegoballet.org/

Colorado Springs   -  Colorado's Classical Youth Ballet presented by Ballet Society of Colorado Springs presents the Annual Holiday Tea Presentation with Nutcracker Excerpts.  A blend of Theatre and Dance hosted by the great Tchaikovsky.  A superb family entertainment for the Holidays
A Nutcracker Ballet and Holiday Tea
Colorado Springs, CO
Rampart High School Theatre
Colorado's Classical Youth Ballet
719-272-7078
www.coclassicalyouthballet.com

Colorado Springs - Mitchell Theater - The Zamuel Ballet School performs The Nutcracker ballet with Ivan Putrov, principal dancer from the London Royal Ballet, dancing as the Cavalier in this year's Nutcracker performance (Ivan Putrov is a former student of German Zamuel).
Mitchell Theater 1205 Potter Drive
Colorado Springs
Performance dates:
Saturday, December 6th at 1pm & 7pm
Sunday, December 7th with a performance at 1pm.
Order Tickets safely online www.shop.zamuelballet.com/main.sc
By phone: 719-570-1441
 www.zamuelballet.com

Denver - Belliston Ballet will present the Nutcracker Ballet at the The Newman Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Denver, 2344 E. Iliff Ave. (University & Iliff). Belliston Ballet is a non-profit organization offering young people a professional opportunity in a ballet production, dancers range in age of 8 through 21. This ballet features an inventory of colorful costumes and elaborate scenery. With the theory that Christmas is for Children, families are encouraged to take their children and enjoy this traditional holiday experience featuring Colorado youth. We are part of the RTD senior ride program and the Colorado Mile High Girl Scout badge program. Call 303-933-4889 for tickets and times. www.bellistonballet.com 

Denver - Yes, you've seen this ballet before, and probably more than once.  Why stop and note this one? This ballet school?  Its simple,...their performance is professionally produced and extremely delightful for both children and adults!  From the moment the curtain rises, you begin a wondrous journey with Clara, a prince and a Sugar Plum Fairy through the most extravagant sets to the familiar scores of Tchaikovsky.  And why so remarkable? The students of the INTERNATIONAL BALLET SCHOOL are ages 6- 18 and the feature performers - our stars of tomorrow.  IBS dancers have gone on to some of the top companies in the United States and still others have received International invitations for dancing.  Witness for yourself their miraculous journey in Gates Concert Hall, Newman Center at the University of Denver.  Four performances are available on November 30th and December 2nd.  Ticket information can be obtained at the Newman Center, 303-871-7720, or through TicketMaster at 303-830-TIXS.  For additional information, call 720-283-6323 or visit www.internationalballetschool.net

Denver  -  Pinnacle Events Center  -  Ballet Nouveau Colorado's (BNC) Nutcracker has been Denver's family favorite for years. Enjoy the wonderful BNC traditions that make this Nutcracker perfect for YOUR family.
     With kid-friendly choreography and sets, BNC's Nutcracker is a great, family friendly event! Affordable tickets and free parking, BNC makes it fun and easy to bring the whole family. There is also a special behind-the-scenes program after EVERY show where kids can come up on the stage AND have a chance to meet the dancers and get autographs!
     BNC's Nutcracker is a traditional production aimed at giving the children a wonderful holiday experience. With over 45 students from the School of BNC joining our beautiful professional dancers, the atmosphere is charged with fun and youthful energy. BNC values family holiday traditions, so we have kept this production classically intact!  Let BNC help your family create new memories!
Performance Dates:
Fri, December 12th7:30pm
Sat, December 13th2:00 & 7:30pm
Sun, December 14th2:00pm
Fri, December 19th7:30pm
Sat, December 20th 2:00 & 7:30pm
Sun, December 21st2:00pm
Location:  Pinnacle Events Center
1001 W 84th Ave, Denver
Just West of I-25 on 84th and Huron
$26 adults;
$22 children/students/seniors
Group rates available
Special rates for Girl Scout troops to complete a dance badge!
For information or to purchase tickets:
Online at www.bncdance.com  or by phone at 303.466.5685

Denver  -  The Moscow Ballet presents The Great Russian Nutcracker.  For additional performance details and ticket purchase information please visit www.nutcracker.com

Fort Collins - Lincoln Center - The Canyon Concert Ballet of Fort Collins, Colorado will be doing the Nutcracker Ballet at the Lincoln Center. For information call (970) 472-4156.

Fort Collins - Westin Arts Academy - (970)221-1319.

Grand Junction - Southwest Ballet Theater presents The Nutcracker with The Western Slope Symphonic Orchestra at the  Historic Avalon Theater in Grand Junction and in Montrose at the Montrose Pavilion.
Phone for info/tickets – 970-640-4588  Website address – www.dancing-arts.com

Greeley -  Union Colony Civic Center (970) 356-5000 - Colorado Dance Theatre, University of Northern Colorado Dance Theatre, and the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra

La Junta - Ed Stafford Theater - The OJC Dance Program and Otero Players, will assistance from the community, will present "The Nutcracker" in La Junta, Colorado.   Please join is in a magical adventure to be performed at the Ed Stafford Theater on the Otero Junior College campus.  For ticket info please call 719-384-6812 or 6884 or visit our website at www.ojc.edu/dance .

Lakewood - Lakewood Cultural Center - David Taylor Dance Theatre  David Taylor Dance Theatre's critically acclaimed and innovative production of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker ballet returns to the Lakewood Cultural Center stage.  Bring the family and join Clara, Herr Drosslemeyer, the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King in this lively, colorful and magical staging of the holiday classic. Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Pkwy., Lakewood CO 80226 Tickets: 303-987-7845

Longmont - Vance Brand Auditorium - The Boulder Ballet will be performing the Nutcracker in Longmont at the Vance Brand Auditorium and in nearby Boulder, CO at the Macky Auditorium. There will be a live orchestra. The phone number is (303) 443-0028. www.boulderballet.org

Montrose - Southwest Ballet Theater presents The Nutcracker with The Western Slope Symphonic Orchestra at the  Historic Avalon Theater in Grand Junction and in Montrose at the Montrose Pavilion.
Phone for info/tickets – 970-640-4588  Website address – www.dancing-arts.com

Santa Fe - Lensic Performing Arts Center - The Aspen Santa Fe Ballet