Learn about the history, music, movie and performances of this classic ballet usually presented around Christmas.

British reference guide includes a short essay on this well-known ballet. Includes dozens of reviews for recent productions.

Bob shares his "Nutcracker" visions of past San Jose Cleveland Ballet productions. Includes photos of the Wondrous Snowstorm scenes.

View Alexander Benois' backdrops for the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo's production of this classic. Hear a MIDI file of the "Miniature Overture."

"The Nutcracker" takes its place beside the Grinch, egg nog and Santa Claus as a holiday tradition. Watch a QuickTime clip of ballet highlights.

Famous ballet is performed worldwide at Christmastime, including places like Alaska. View photos from the North Star Ballet Company's production.

California soft-goods company specializes in Nutcracker-themed bags, gifts and embroidered and embossed shirts. Browse the illustrated catalog.

Reference library includes a brief plot synopsis of this holiday favorite. Find out when and where the Tchaikovsky ballet first premiered.

New York-based troupe is trained in the Russian school of ballet. Find showtimes and ticket prices for their production of the Christmas classic.