We may no longer hang mistletoe or roast chestnuts over an open fire, but there is one tradition that remains a Yuletide stalwart. Its iconic Tchaikovsky score, spectacular choreography, and costumes, as well as dazzling set design, marks the Alberta Ballet's Nutcracker as a firm festive favourite that's simply unmissable!

You might think you've seen Sleeping Beauty in every possible way, but we're happy to tell you that a new and exciting production of the classic ballet is coming to a stunning venue near you, thanks to our friends at Fever. Prince Charming is waiting for you at this sparkling and spectacular new staging of Sleeping Beauty, with dancers adorned in glow-in-the-dark costumes who shine as they leap across the stage with divine grace. A sensational show of shimmering surprises and spindles that you don't want to miss!

For over 50 years, the Ukrainian Shumka Dancers have brought the gifts of their heritage to Canadian shores as the country's only Ukrainian dance company. Given Tchaikovsky's time spent in the country and his founding of the Kiev Music Conservatory, it makes it all the more poignant that the outfit turned their talents to their very own rendition of the composer's cherished Nutcracker ballet, becoming a bonafide Edmonton Christmas tradition in the process.

Created by former etoile of the Paris Opera Ballet, Benjamin Pech, in the tradition of the iconic Petipa/Ivanov choreography, this interpretation of Tchaikovsky's masterpiece puts a fresh lens on the evocative classic as it comes to the stage in March 2026. Reframing the supernatural romance of Odette and Prince Seigfreid through the eyes of Seigfreid's friend Benno, and its downfall through his machinations, don't miss this breathtaking new production, replete with stunning set and costumes and live accompaniment.

Shakespeare's story of star-crossed lovers is beautifully choreographed by Francesco Ventriglia set to Prokofiev's mesmerizing score, in this glittering production from Alberta Ballet! A staple throughout history for very good reason, the tale of young love the and the perils it can bring with it is as glorious as ever, and makes the perfect trip to the ballet, whether it's your first time or your fiftieth.

Based on the iconic novel by author Victor Hugo, Roland Petit's little-performed, sensational adaptation of Notre Dame de Paris is a ballet well worth witnessing. With gorgeous costumes designed by none other than Yves Saint Laurent, Maurice Jarre's sumptuous score underpins this journey to medieval France.