The Ruth Page Center for the Arts is proud to present its annual live
production of “Ruth Page’s The NUTCRACKER” featuring original
choreography by the legendary Ruth Page and directed by the artistic
team of Victor Alexander, Dolores Long, Birute Barodicaite, Dori
Rothschild, Chrissy Lacny and Renardo Johnson. The ballet returns to
the COLLEGE OF LAKE COUNTY’s (CLC) James Lumber Center for the
Performing Arts, 19351 W. Washington St. in GRAYSLAKE, Saturday, Dec.
20 at 1 and 5 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 21 at 1 p.m.
Originally presented at the Arie Crown Theatre from 1965 until 1997,
this production recreates highlights from Ruth Page’s beloved
original full-length staging. It features exquisite dancing,
world-renowned guest artists, stunning costumes and magical settings
in the Land of Snow and Land of Sweets.
The 2025 production of “Ruth Page’s The Nutcracker '' features a
cast curated from local and international dance artists. In keeping
with Ms. Page’s emphasis on children’s involvement, additionally
cast are students from Ruth Page School of Dance’s Professional
Dance and Young Dancer Training Programs.
Tickets range from $17.40 to $35 and are on sale now at
RuthPage.org.
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College of Lake County - Grayslake Campus (main campus)
19351 West Washington Street, Grayslake, 60030, Illinois, United States