On Christmas Day, why not treat yourself to a show? Plenty of Broadway and Off-Broadway theatres are open for business on December 25th!

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American Ballet Theatre puts a vivid twist on a holiday classic

As the holidays approach, the dance world offers its annual flurry of The Nutcracker, that classic holiday tale about a little girl, her new Nutcracker doll, and their fanciful adventures on Christmas Eve. This year, there’s particular buzz surrounding the American Ballet Theatre’s production, which begins on December 22 at Brooklyn Academy of Music’s Howard Gilman Opera House. The troupe’s making waves because its Nutcracker is choreographed by Alexei Ratmansky.

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Plays, musicals, and dance to put you in the holiday spirit
When it comes to the holidays, are you more “traditional tree” or “sassy Santa?” Either way, New York has got a show that’s right from you. From rousing family musicals to naughty underground plays, there’s a wide range of holiday fare coming to the stage this season.

Here are some holiday musicals, plays, and dance to look forward to.

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Enter the diverse, vibrant world of Cedar Lake Ballet

Though only in its seventh season, Cedar Lake Ballet has already become one of New York City’s preeminent contemporary ballet companies.

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Inside the training regimen of Broadway’s youngest leading men

In this exclusive video, TDF Stages takes you behind the scenes of Broadway’s Billy Elliot to see how the musical’s young stars keep themselves in shape to perform the lead role. And yes, these pre-teen boys really are performing all the stunts you’re about to see.

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