Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Presents "Nut/Cracked" by The Bang Group

"Nut/Cracked" — The Bang Group’s beloved, witty response to "The Nutcracker" — has enthralled audiences for more than two decades. Choreographer David Parker draws inspiration from across the dance spectrum, blending tap, ballet, disco, and even bubble wrap to create a unique performance that reimagines Tchaikovsky’s iconic score. With renditions ranging from Duke Ellington to Glenn Miller, "Nut/Cracked" transforms the familiar into something delightfully unexpected. Praised by the New York Times as “immensely entertaining” and “intensely musical,” this production combines humor and artistry in a way that will leave you seeing "The Nutcracker" in a whole new light. Performances are set for Dec. 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 22 at 2 p.m.