Tickets: $15-$45 at theburoakmadison.com
Madison Ballet: “The Nutcracker”
The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra performs Tchaikovsky’s famous score as the dancers of Madison Ballet execute all-new choreography to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary year.
Madison Ballet returns to Overture Corridor with “The Nutcracker.”
When: Dec. 17-26. Dec. 17, 7 p.m. Dec. 18, 19, 24 and 26, 1 p.m. Dec. 18, 19, 23 and 26, 6 p.m.
The place: Overture Hall, Overture Centre, 201 Condition St.
Tickets: $11-$65 at the Overture box business, overture.org or 608-258-4141
Darren Sterud Orchestra Vacation Live performance
The Darren Sterud Orchestra performs Duke Ellington’s popular “Nutcracker” with vocalist Meg Moran and other special visitors.
When: Friday, Dec. 17. Doorways open up 6:30 p.m. present at 7:30 p.m.
Where by: Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Inexperienced
Tickets: $15-$25 at garverfeedmill.com