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Christmas Holidays Music & Theater

The Immersive Nutcracker: A Winter Miracle at Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago

November 18, 2023 - January 07, 2024

Photo credit Vladimir Kevorkov

Location

Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago

108 W. Germania Place

Chicago, IL 60610

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Description

Enjoy this immersive event about the most beloved family holiday tale, The Nutcracker. You'll see immersive projections and special effects, meet a life-sized Nutcracker, have photo ops and more.

Use our code CHIPAR for 25% off tickets.

Event cost: $16-plus

Event times: Times vary by date; Nov. 18, 2023-Jan. 7, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://www.immersive-nutcracker.com/chicago

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

Neighborhood: Chicago

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