Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker in Columbia
Nutcracker Tickets in Columbia
Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker in Columbia
The Nutcracker Ballet
Jesse Hall Auditorium Columbia
Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker is the international Christmas experience renowned for Russian technique and production value. With Great Russian Nutcracker events in over 150 cities across the United States and Canada, Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker is ubiquitous in North America and is recognized as setting the standard for Nutcracker productions across the world.
Presenting at the Jesse Auditorium at University of Missouri, Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker in Columbia is a treat for the whole family!
Moscow Ballet and Local Columbia Ballet Partnership: School of Missouri Contemporary Ballet

Nutcracker wouldn’t be Nutcracker without the local Children’s cast! Dancing along side the full professional Russian cast are local Columbia children from School of Missouri Contemporary Ballet. The mission of the not-for-profit School of Missouri Contemporary Ballet is to cultivate the artistic and personal development of all students by providing a supportive environment of dance study which motivates and inspires. The School of Missouri Contemporary Ballet’s vision is to develop the skills of the student both professionally and artistically by introducing both traditional and innovative dance technique. This vision is supported by two fundamental principles: continual growth and the pursuit of excellence. The School of Missouri Contemporary Ballet is guided by the strategic ideals of Missouri Contemporary Ballet; providing education, promoting involvement in the arts, and enriching the community. These goals require hiring the highest caliber instructors, developing a competitive yet supportive class structure, and retaining students dedicated to the study of dance. Attaining the vision requires diligence, creativity, confidence, and fortitude from staff, instructors, students, and supporters.