The magic of Christmas is about to return to the stages of Monterrey! La Superior’s *The Nutcracker* celebrates 40 years in Monterrey with four special performances at the Teatro de la Ciudad, including a gala performance featuring dancers from the National Dance Company.
This Christmas classic, which has been a part of the lives of generations of families in Monterrey, will come to life once again on November 28 and 29, 2026, with tickets starting at $150 pesos.
The production will be staged by students from the Classical Dance program and the Special Program for Boys at the Monterrey School of Music and Dance (ESMDM), who will take the audience on a journey filled with music, fantasy, and dance.
What can we expect from *The Nutcracker* in Monterrey 2026?
The story follows Clara, a little girl who receives a nutcracker as a Christmas gift and ends up embarking on an extraordinary adventure that takes her to the Kingdom of Sweets.
It all unfolds to the rhythm of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s iconic music, which has made this work one of the great classics of ballet.
To celebrate its four decades, La Superior has prepared a gala performance that will feature alumni of the institution and dancers from the National Dance Company.
This special performance will take place on Sunday, November 29, at 4:00 p.m., and will have a cover charge of $200 pesos.
Dates, times, and tickets for The Nutcracker in Monterrey
The performances will take place in the Grand Hall of the Teatro de la Ciudad in Monterrey, with seating limited to 1,315 people.
Here are the details to help you plan your visit:
- Date: Saturday, November 28, and Sunday, November 29, 2026.
- Location: Main Hall of the Teatro de la Ciudad, Dr. José Ma. Coss 732, Downtown Monterrey.
- Showtimes: Saturday at 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; Sunday at 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. (gala).
- Cost: 150 pesos for a regular performance and 200 pesos for the gala performance.
Tickets can be purchased at the ESMDM administration office, Monday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
With four decades of history, La Superior’s *The Nutcracker* continues to be a part of Monterrey’s Christmas celebrations, bringing together new generations of dancers and established artists on stage.
