Austin’s longest-running holiday tradition: Ballet Austin’s 'The Nutcracker' takes the stage

From magical sets to surprise Mother Ginger cameos, Ballet Austin's beloved tradition captivates local audiences each year.

ESPN analyst, former NFL star returns to Austin to play Mother Ginger in 'The Nutcracker'

Watch as a surprise guest brings Mother Ginger to life in Ballet Austin’s 2025 production of "The Nutcracker." ...

All hail the Rat King, dastardly villain of Ballet Austin's 'Nutcracker'

Go behind the mask with Ballet Austin’s Rat King. Dancers reveal the physical demands, costume challenges and high-energy battles define “The Nutcracker.” ...

Houston's Fozzy Whittaker appears in Austin 'Nutcracker' performance as Mother Ginger

Former Texas Longhorns running back Fozzy Whittaker towered over the stage at Ballet Austin's annual "Nutcracker" production ...
KXAN

61st annual production of ‘The Nutcracker’ returns to Ballet Austin

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Ballet Austin is poised to ring in the holiday season with its annual production of “The Nutcracker,” beginning in December. The dance organization will host 15 performances between ...

Fozzy Whittaker details experience playing Mother Ginger in 'The Nutcracker'

Austin audiences saw a familiar face in an unexpected role this weekend: Foswhitt "Fozzy" Whittaker, former NFL running back ...
KVUE

'All spaces are for them' | Ballet Afrique reimagining traditional Nutcracker ballet

AUSTIN, Texas — Although the holiday season is over, one iconic holiday performance has made its way into the new year. Ballet Afrique’s "Nutcracker" performs the classic ballet and reimagines in a ...
Austin American-Statesman

Why Ballet Afrique's version of 'The Nutcracker' creates a safe space for Austin kids

Ballet Afrique's version of "The Nutcracker" opens with a familiar scene: a family eating soul food and dancing. "What's so beautiful about that is if you go to any party today in Black communities, ...