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From ‘The Nutcracker’ to ‘Sounds of the Season,’ check out these December performances in Fort Worth

By David ArkinAugust 5, 2024December 9th, 2024No Comments

Principal dancers Alexandra F. Light and Carl Coomer portraying the Sugar Plum Fairy and Nutcracker Prince.
Photo by Steven Visneau and courtesy of Texas Ballet Theater

From ‘The Nutcracker’ to ‘Sounds of the Season,’ check out these December performances in Fort Worth

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
Stage West
821 W. Vickery Blvd., Fort Worth, 817-784-9378, stagewest.org

Back by popular demand, “The Play That Goes Wrong” explores the opening night of the play “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” Everything that could go wrong, does. An unconscious leading lady, actors who trip over everything, and a corpse that is unable to stay still, bring mishaps and mania. This Olivier Award Winner for Best New Comedy will bring down the house and leave audiences laughing all night long. Nov. 29 – Dec. 22

 

THE NUTCRACKER
Texas Ballet Theater
Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St.

“The Nutcracker” is returning to Bass Performance Hall. Texas Ballet Theater will tell the beloved story of how Clara dreams about the Nutcracker prince defeating the Mouse King. Experience the magic and joy of the holiday season while joining Clara and the Nutcracker on their adventure in the Land of Sweets. Tickets are available online at texasballettheater.org. Dec. 13-29

 

A HOLIDAY SPECIAL BY BALLET CONCERTO
Will Rogers Memorial Center
3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth, 817-738-7915, balletconcerto.com

Ballet Concerto’s annual holiday performance at the Will Rogers Auditorium will feature a ballet called “Winter Wonderland.” A flamenco celebrating Jewish holiday traditions and a re-enactment of the Nativity told through song and dance are part of the performance. Margo Dean and Webster Dean are the artistic directors, with Margo and Elise Lavallee choreographing dances. “The Grinch” will also be part of the performance. Fort Worth ISD and surrounding elementary school students will attend an exclusive morning performance. The general public can attend a 7 p.m. show. Evening performance tickets can be purchased online. Dec. 6

 

SOUNDS OF THE SEASON
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
185 S. White Chapel Blvd., Southlake, 817-665-6000, fwsymphony.org

The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra is partnering with the APEX Arts League for the annual “Sounds of the Season” concert. White’s Chapel Methodist Church in Southlake will serve as the host for this magical holiday celebration guided by guest conductor Michelle Di Russo. Familiar holiday songs including “Sleigh Ride,” selections from the “Nutcracker Suite,” and a “Holly Jolly” sing-along will engage audiences of all ages. The concert begins at 7 p.m. and tickets can be purchased online or by calling the FWSO Box Office. Dec. 17

 

ICE! FEATURING RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSE REINDEER
Gaylord Texan
1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, 817-778-1000, christmasatgaylordtexan.marriott.com

ICE! Featuring Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer is taking over the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine. Tunnels, frozen slides and larger-than-life sculptures carved from over 2 million pounds of brightly colored ice make this an immersive showplace of a beloved holiday story. Experience Rudolph’s adventure through the North Pole and Land of Misfit Toys with 10 unique, whimsical scenes. There is no time limit for the walk-through experience, and tickets can be purchased online.  Through Jan. 5, 2025