Salt Creek Ballet's "The Nutcracker"
McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137
An enchanting holiday tradition, this production of "The Nutcracker" includes a jaw-dropping Christmas tree that grows nearly 60 feet tall, 125 exquisite costumes, internationally recognized guest soloists and live music by New Philharmonic.
Event Cost: $22-$43.
Event Times: 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 14; 1 & 5 p.m. Dec. 15.