2026 Nutcracker Ballet

The Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company will present its 42nd annual production of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, at the Lied Center for Performing Arts on Saturday, December 12 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 13 at 2 p.m.

The Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company's Nutcracker features almost 200 student dancers from southeastern Nebraska in a performance featuring professional guest artists. The classic story of The Nutcracker comes to life with the finest choreography, costumes, and scenery, making this production a treasured holiday tradition.