Beyond the Nutcracker | December 14th 3PM

Schedule

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025 at 03:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

19900 S Harlem Ave, Frankfort, IL 60423 | Frankfort, IL

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Now in its eleventh season, Beyond the Nutcracker brings Tchaikovsky’s iconic music to a heartwarming story set in 1940s England. Created by Artistic Director Julianna Rubio Slager, the ballet follows Emma and her Uncle Abrahms on a journey that reveals the deeper meaning of Christmas.
Performances December 6-14th at Lincoln Way North in Frankfort, IL.
New this year: select performances feature the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra live.
Festival extras: Christkindl-style market with vendors, photo booths, sweet treats, and a visit from Santa.
Pointe Magazine named Beyond the Nutcracker one of the Top 10 Nutcrackers to see in Chicagoland.
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19900 S Harlem Ave, Frankfort, IL 60423, United States

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