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Holidays Music & Theater

Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet at Rosemont Theatre

December 14, 2025 - December 14, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Ballet dancer in a jeweled tutu poses outdoors for a Nutcracker performance at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile preview event

Photo credit: iStock / yenwen

Location

Rosemont Theatre

5400 N River Rd

Rosemont, IL 60018

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Description

Families can enjoy an international cast, elaborate costumes and classic holiday storytelling in this beloved production. Kids will love the puppetry and festive staging, and local children from Plainfield Dance Academy join the professional cast. Tickets are available for two performances.

Event cost: Not listed

Event times: 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Dec. 14

Additional Information

Website: https://nutcracker.com/buy-tickets/rosemont-il/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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