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When a doubting young boy takes a train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.

Rating: G

Genre: Kids & Family, Holiday, Fantasy, Animation

Runtime: 1h 40m

Original Release: November 10th 2004

Production: Castle Rock Entertainment, Universal CGI, Playtone Productions, ImageMovers, Golden Mean, Warner Brothers

Distribution: Castle Rock Entertainment, Warner Brothers

Ballet Idaho’s The Nutcracker
December 13–22, 2025
The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts

What would the holidays be without Ballet Idaho’s magical production of The Nutcracker?

Experience the wonder of the only Nutcracker in Idaho performed with a live orchestra by the Boise Philharmonic. As the first notes of Tchaikovsky’s beloved score fill the hall, the stage comes alive with dazzling sets, exquisite costumes, and more than 100 dancers in motion.

Follow Clara on a whimsical journey through the sparkling Land of Snow and into the color-saturated Land of the Sweets, where dreams take flight and holiday magic fills the air.

A cherished tradition for generations, The Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends.

Performance Dates:
Saturday December 13th - 2:00 PM
Saturday December 13th - 7:00 PM
Sunday December 14th - 12:00 PM (Audio Described)
Friday, Dec 19th - 7:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 20th - 2:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 20th - 7:00 PM (Audio Described)
Sunday, Dec 21st - 12:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 21st - 5:00 PM
Monday Dec 22nd - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, Dec 23rd - 7:00 PM

Accessible Performances
Audio Description available on December 14 at 12:00 PM and December 20 at 7:00 PM.

Reserve your seats today and make The Nutcracker part of your holiday story.
Tickets start at $50 - https://balletidaho.org/performance/the-nutcracker/

Dancers in Land of Sweets photo are soloist Ashley Baker and retired principal Graham Gobeille. Photo by Quinn Wharton.

Mondays, Starting November 4th, 10:30am
Get ready to groove at our Music and Movement time! Jump, dance, and sing along with action stories, lively songs, and thrilling activities. Shake those egg shakers, ring those bells, and let the music move you! Music and Movement is back on Mondays starting in November—don’t miss out on the fun!

Ballet Idaho’s The Nutcracker
December 13–22, 2025
The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts

What would the holidays be without Ballet Idaho’s magical production of The Nutcracker?

Experience the wonder of the only Nutcracker in Idaho performed with a live orchestra by the Boise Philharmonic. As the first notes of Tchaikovsky’s beloved score fill the hall, the stage comes alive with dazzling sets, exquisite costumes, and more than 100 dancers in motion.

Follow Clara on a whimsical journey through the sparkling Land of Snow and into the color-saturated Land of the Sweets, where dreams take flight and holiday magic fills the air.

A cherished tradition for generations, The Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends.

Performance Dates:
Saturday December 13th - 2:00 PM
Saturday December 13th - 7:00 PM
Sunday December 14th - 12:00 PM (Audio Described)
Friday, Dec 19th - 7:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 20th - 2:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 20th - 7:00 PM (Audio Described)
Sunday, Dec 21st - 12:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 21st - 5:00 PM
Monday Dec 22nd - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, Dec 23rd - 7:00 PM

Accessible Performances
Audio Description available on December 14 at 12:00 PM and December 20 at 7:00 PM.

Reserve your seats today and make The Nutcracker part of your holiday story.
Tickets start at $50 - https://balletidaho.org/performance/the-nutcracker/

Dancers in Land of Sweets photo are soloist Ashley Baker and retired principal Graham Gobeille. Photo by Quinn Wharton.

Got something to say? Zines are the ultimate DIY medium for self-expression, creativity, and community connection. Whether you're into personal stories, art, poetry, activism, or pure weirdness, this monthly drop-in workshop is your space to create and share on your own terms. Come make zines that reflect your voice, your style, and your story. Start from scratch or bring a work-in-progress.

Zines are a powerful tool for self-expression, blending storytelling, art, and DIY publishing. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to design and reproduce your own mini-publications using collage, drawing, and layout techniques. Whether you're exploring personal narratives, social commentary, or creative play, zine-making builds confidence and offers a flexible outlet for bold, handmade expression.

Ballet Idaho’s The Nutcracker
December 13–22, 2025
The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts

What would the holidays be without Ballet Idaho’s magical production of The Nutcracker?

Experience the wonder of the only Nutcracker in Idaho performed with a live orchestra by the Boise Philharmonic. As the first notes of Tchaikovsky’s beloved score fill the hall, the stage comes alive with dazzling sets, exquisite costumes, and more than 100 dancers in motion.

Follow Clara on a whimsical journey through the sparkling Land of Snow and into the color-saturated Land of the Sweets, where dreams take flight and holiday magic fills the air.

A cherished tradition for generations, The Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends.

Performance Dates:
Saturday December 13th - 2:00 PM
Saturday December 13th - 7:00 PM
Sunday December 14th - 12:00 PM (Audio Described)
Friday, Dec 19th - 7:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 20th - 2:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 20th - 7:00 PM (Audio Described)
Sunday, Dec 21st - 12:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 21st - 5:00 PM
Monday Dec 22nd - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, Dec 23rd - 7:00 PM

Accessible Performances
Audio Description available on December 14 at 12:00 PM and December 20 at 7:00 PM.

Reserve your seats today and make The Nutcracker part of your holiday story.
Tickets start at $50 - https://balletidaho.org/performance/the-nutcracker/

Dancers in Land of Sweets photo are soloist Ashley Baker and retired principal Graham Gobeille. Photo by Quinn Wharton.

Nailed it or Failed it: Holiday Treat Decorating
Tween & Teen Night
Tuesday, December 16th, 5:30-7:00pm, Ages 8-17
Inspired by the Netflix show, we will attempt to decorate Pinterest-worthy, fancy and fun holiday treats. No skills required, but it wouldn't hurt. Join us for a sure-to-be
hilarious time and a chance to win a prize.
Limited supplies. Registration required.

Practice your drawing skills in our popular figure drawing session! We have a wide range of models who pose for us to keep the subject fresh, diverse and inclusive. Models will be clothed in whatever way they choose. Over the years, we've included people from all walks of life, from college students and grandparents to burlesque dancers and pin-up models in full costume!

Each session will consist of a few quick gesture poses to get you warmed up, followed by several 15-30 minute poses. A short, 5-10 minute break during the session will be used for a gallery walk to view each other's work and share feedback and support. All levels welcome, no formal training is provided in this session. Ages 16 to adult. Feeling rusty? We've seen notable drawing improvement in just a few weeks... Practice makes progress!

Ignite your creativity as we learn about Idaho’s amazing inventors and explore how their ideas shaped the world. Have fun sketching blueprints, building simple machines, and experimenting with circuits in this hands-on day of innovation! 

To ensure an enjoyable experience for all participants, we are implementing timed entry ticketing. Please select an arrival time between 10:00am – 3:00pm. Everyone will have until 3:00 PM to participate in the classroom activity. 

Admission is $4 per student (Youth 2 and up), and adults/teachers are $5 in a 1:1 ratio, any additional adults must pay regular admission. ISHS Members are free. Preregistration is required. Payment is due at the time of reservation and is non-refundable. 

Ballet Idaho’s The Nutcracker
December 13–22, 2025
The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts

What would the holidays be without Ballet Idaho’s magical production of The Nutcracker?

Experience the wonder of the only Nutcracker in Idaho performed with a live orchestra by the Boise Philharmonic. As the first notes of Tchaikovsky’s beloved score fill the hall, the stage comes alive with dazzling sets, exquisite costumes, and more than 100 dancers in motion.

Follow Clara on a whimsical journey through the sparkling Land of Snow and into the color-saturated Land of the Sweets, where dreams take flight and holiday magic fills the air.

A cherished tradition for generations, The Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends.

Performance Dates:
Saturday December 13th - 2:00 PM
Saturday December 13th - 7:00 PM
Sunday December 14th - 12:00 PM (Audio Described)
Friday, Dec 19th - 7:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 20th - 2:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 20th - 7:00 PM (Audio Described)
Sunday, Dec 21st - 12:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 21st - 5:00 PM
Monday Dec 22nd - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, Dec 23rd - 7:00 PM

Accessible Performances
Audio Description available on December 14 at 12:00 PM and December 20 at 7:00 PM.

Reserve your seats today and make The Nutcracker part of your holiday story.
Tickets start at $50 - https://balletidaho.org/performance/the-nutcracker/

Dancers in Land of Sweets photo are soloist Ashley Baker and retired principal Graham Gobeille. Photo by Quinn Wharton.