Ballet Quad Cities: The Nutcracker at Adler Theatre

BALLET QUAD CITIES: THE NUTCRACKER 2025

Warm up your winter hearts with the most magical dance show coming over to Davenport, Iowa. Witness classic holiday dance tale by Tchaikovsky coming back to life as BALLET QUAD CITIES presents “The Nutcracker” on stage at Adler Theatre. Featuring magical choreography, magical music, and top-notch creative sets, it’s bound to be a spectacular Christmas stage show that you cannot miss. Families and friends are in for a fever dream that’ll have everyone reminiscing about those gracious dance moves and holiday carols. If you’re still marking up your holiday plans, make sure to include BQC’s The Nutcracker spectacular because seats are running out real fast.

ABOUT THE NUTCRACKER

“The Nutcracker” is one of the world’s most instantly-recognizable holiday creations, authored by E. T. A. Hoffmann. Becoming a fairy ballet orchestrated and choreographed by Tchaikovsky between 1891 and 1892, it has seen an abundance of live-stage adaptations from various musicals to intricate ballet shows. The show has since become a part of people’s holiday celebrations around the world. 

Sharing the tale of Clara, a girl who falls asleep on Christmas eve, The Nutcracker takes audiences through a wild journey through a whimsical world where Christmas characters, toys, a Sugar Plum Fairy, and many more holiday surprises come to life. Defeating a Mouse King and finding herself through the magical Land of Sweets, the Land of Snow, and a soldier & mice battleground, it’s a festive dream that generations of holiday hearts have come to enjoy. Whether it was all a dream or a magical reality, it definitely shares the true spirit of Christmas no matter who you are.

BACK-TO-BACK NIGHTS AT THE ADLER THEATRE

With back-to-back nights taking place at the Adler Theatre in Davenport, Iowa, families and friends are in for a thrilling night of magical holiday dance spectaculars. With original choreography and outstanding music & visuals, it’s bound to be a show you’ll forever cherish. Sharing whimsical feats and heartwarming tales, The Nutcracker captures the true essence of the holidays. With a cast of 60 talented professionals, a sparkling Sugar Plum Fairy, snow, and many surprises, it truly is one for the books. No wonder critics and fans can’t get enough of Ballet Quad Cities’ annual tradition. 

Throughout its existence, the historical Adler Theatre has seen many legendary shows from dazzling musicals, dramas, to electrifying concerts. Now, this holiday ballet extravaganza is no exception. Nestled right in the heart of the city, it’s the best place to catch the best entertainment and intricate productions in town. Modern amenities, comfortable seating, and a convenient location, it’s the place to be. Plus, you’ve got lots of parking and food + drink options nearby.

Book your tickets now!