Ruth Page Center for the Arts brings 'The Nutcracker' to life

Sunday, December 14, 2025
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Ruth Page Center for the Arts performed its annual production of "The Nutcracker."



The show featured original choreography and costumes on Saturday and Sunday.

Local and international dancers shared the stage with students from Ruth Page School.

The show was originally presented at the Arie Crown Theatre from 1965 until 1997.



Now, the production has recreated highlights from Ruth Page's beloved original full-length staging.

The performances took place at the Northeastern Illinois University's Salme Harju Steinberg Fine Arts Center.
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