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Shumka's Nutcracker
Dec. 20, 2025 to Dec. 21, 2025
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An annual Christmas tradition in Western Canada, Shumka's Nutcracker blends the grace and lyrical nature of classical movement with the strength and power of Ukrainian character dance.
An annual Christmas tradition in Western Canada, Shumka's Nutcracker blends the grace and lyrical nature of classical movement with the strength and power of Ukrainian character dance, leaving audiences exhilarated and entertained. The cast of over 70 features Shumka dancers, youth from the Shumka School of Dance, and choristers from Edmonton's Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir.
Touted as "Canada's Ukrainian Nutcracker," the production is a folk ballet based on the timeless Christmas classic. The production incorporates Ukrainian traditions, folk and character dance, grand orchestral versions of the legendary score with specially added compositions, and Ukrainian symbols woven into lavish sets and costumes. The performance is a graceful, joyfully conceived presentation of enchantment embracing a classic tale of young Clara and her dream Prince.
Touted as "Canada's Ukrainian Nutcracker," the production is a folk ballet based on the timeless Christmas classic. The production incorporates Ukrainian traditions, folk and character dance, grand orchestral versions of the legendary score with specially added compositions, and Ukrainian symbols woven into lavish sets and costumes. The performance is a graceful, joyfully conceived presentation of enchantment embracing a classic tale of young Clara and her dream Prince.
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
11455 87 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB, T6G 2T2
More dates and times
- Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025 at 2:00pm — Shumka’s Nutcracker
- Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025 at 7:30pm — Shumka’s Nutcracker
- Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025 at 2:00pm — Shumka’s Nutcracker
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