BalletMet's 'The Nutcracker' returns to Ohio Theatre

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- One of Columbus' most cherished holiday traditions dating back to 1974 is returning to the Ohio Theatre this week.

(Courtesy Photo/Jennifer Zmuda)

"The Nutcracker" opens on Thursday at the Ohio Theatre with 20 performances through Dec. 23. The production will feature more than 180 academy students and trainees alongside the professional company and BalletMet 2.

"The Nutcracker has become an expectation in our community every holiday season...