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Tickets to The Maryland Nutcracker go on sale to the general public on October 15.
Looking to get them sooner? Become a Founding Friend of Ballet Embody by September 15 for early access.
Who We Are
Ballet Embody, Carroll County's professional ballet company, returns to the stage with their original holiday classic, The Maryland Nutcracker!
Enjoy this holiday tradition, Maryland-style.
That's right, a sprinkle of Wintry Mix and a dash of Old Bay will be featured among many other Maryland landmarks and past times.
Performance Schedule
Evening Performance
Saturday, December 12, 2026
7:00pm, ET
Carroll Community College Theater
Matinee Performance
Sunday, December 13, 2026
2:00pm, ET
Carroll Community College Theater
My First Maryland Nutcracker
Sunday, December 20, 2026
2:00pm, ET
Carroll Arts Center
Word on the Street
From the choreography to the storytelling details, every part of the production is thoughtful and unique. You could feel the connection between the performers and the audience.
Audience Member
I absolutely recommend Ballet Embody's performances. I brought friends who had not previously been exposed to ballet. I think it was a wonderful introduction.
Audience Member
You've done it again!! The Maryland Nutcracker was a superb performance. The professionalism shows as each show takes the level of entertainment up another notch. The cast polishes up brighter each year. Our family has a long, almost 30 year, history of attending and performing in Nutcrackers and it never gets old. It is refreshing to see the originality that the Maryland theme brings. This has always been a great way to herald in the Christmas spirit. Seeing the reactions of my young nieces and their excitement as they discover the magic keeps the dream alive. We always look forward to the next show.
Audience Member
A creative and heartfelt Maryland twist on a holiday classic. The local references made the story feel personal, nostalgic, and incredibly fun.
Ballet Embody creates an experience that is both professional and welcoming. The Maryland-inspired elements added humor, charm, and so much personality to the performance.
Audience Member
The Maryland Nutcracker exceeded my expectations! For a local company, the quality of the dancers surprised and delighted me.
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