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The Hip Hop Nutcracker (Chicago)

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The Hip Hop Nutcracker (Chicago) Tickets

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Rating: 3.6 out of 5 based on 42 reviews

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A holiday mash-up for the whole family, THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER returns for another spectacular tour. Directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier Award-nominated Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, smashing hip hop dance and Tchaikovsky's timeless music together into a heart-stirring and inspirational holiday event. THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER is brought to life by a powerhouse cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow, one of hip hop's founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set.

Just like the original, in THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER, Maria-Clara and the Nutcracker Prince go on a dream adventure battling a gang of mice, visiting the land of sweets and learning the lessons of the holiday season. Innovative digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of E.T.A. Hoffmann's beloved story from traditional 19th Century Germany to the vibrant, diverse sights and sounds of contemporary New York City.

Grab your family and friends and let the dynamic performers of THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER take you on a journey that celebrates love, community and the magic of the holiday season.

Reviews

Rating: 3.6 out of 5 based on 42 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome Time Love It

    by Fefe on 12/20/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Dancers and music was awesome!!!! Enjoyed everything Great jon

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Not Black Enough

    by Dr. Mica on 12/20/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    It was not Black enough for me. More Blacks needed

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Disappointed

    by A Y on 12/20/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    The story was very different and very hard to follow. The dancing was good, but nothing outstanding. I wouldn’t see it again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent Creativity

    by Leslie on 12/20/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Hip Hop Nutcracker was exhilarating and creative. Such young talented artists. Would definitely recommend

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    New Experience

    by Kayy on 12/20/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Took my teenage son's and we enjoyed it. Was our first time going. Not disappointed.

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    Lacking Energy

    by Disappointed on 12/20/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    We were so looking forward to this show. What a great concept! But we quickly changed our minds. The show lacked energy and passion. We were so bored we left at intermission.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Paper tickets

    by lew on 12/20/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    I absolutely HATE having digital tickets. Most people want their phones to be seen, well, I DON'T! It is angering that somehow during the ordering process, I ended up on Ticketmaster. The fact that you will not give tickets in hand ticks me off. I will make sure I never use Ticketmaster again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A Must See

    by Re on 12/20/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    It was amazing and it does not matter if you are into Hip Hop or not!!! To see the spin on Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker is amazing and well worth every dollar spent on a ticket.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Hip Hop Nutcracker review

    by Tony on 12/19/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Everything was really nice. I enjoyed the whole show. The children were amazing.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Surprising

    by DD on 12/19/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    So what do you get when you match up the Tchaikovsky nutcracker music with hip-hop dancing? Well you get something beautiful and unexpected. thank you. Thank you. The nutcracker is not boring anymore.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fun Engaging and Entertaining

    by Monica on 12/19/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Hip Hop Nutcracker-Chicago is different from the original ballet version, but still an awesome experience and wonderful performance to watch. Curtis Blow was a great emcee.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Hip Hop Nutcracker

    by Vera on 12/19/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    It was very entertaining and the take on the Nutcracker was performed beautifully.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    So much talent

    by DEE on 12/19/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Amazing talent. Energetic. Great music. Nonstop excitement

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Disrespectful

    by Ballet on 12/19/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    A complete lack of respect for Tchaikovsky magnificent music, if he came alive and saw “this”, he would die on the spot!!!!! The master of ceremony Kurtis Blow was incredible, he was the only highlight of the evening…

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Good

    by Cia on 12/19/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    The dancer were good! Some better than others. I guess I was looking for great hip hop dancers. Overall the show was different, but in a GOOD way!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Overpaid for disappointment

    by Sc tray on 12/18/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    The actions portrayed in the performances did not match the description of each Act in the bulletin.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fantastic

    by Excellent performance by all. on 12/17/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Excellent performance by All🥰🥰 Highly recommended from music to dancing very colorful costumes. We had balcony seats which made the view in the middle of the stage breathe taking. Telling all of my family and friends to purchase tickets😎😎

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Hip hop nutcracker

    by Shorty29 on 12/17/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Kurtis Blow was good as the MC & the violinist was excellent as well. All the dancers did a great job.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Hiphop music

    by Jen on 12/17/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    The performance was great! It just was not what I was expecting considering the price, location, and that it was a Hiphop version of the nutcracker. I grew up as a ballerina as well as appreciating hiphop culture since my older brother is a break dancer and has competed and numerous events. I originally went in thinking the show would be very live and upbeat (it was in the beginning) however, the performers danced to the original classical music (with no hiphop beat) Again the show was great and I enjoyed my experience! My only critique would be to add more hiphop in the music for “The Hiphop Nutcracker.”

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    It was ok

    by Weakyvb on 12/17/23Cadillac Palace - Chicago

    Wouldnt go see it again. Dont understand why it needed the first 15mins of flashback dj songs. Felt the same dance moves were repeated often. I give credit to all the dancers as im sure it is very hard work performing said moves! It just didnt blow me away, but was okay to see once.