The Nutcracker, our way.
Winter Production · Each December
DI Goes Nuts is our winter production — a spirited twist on the classic Nutcracker. We don't stop at ballet: this holiday tradition weaves in jazz, hip hop, Acro, and contemporary to reimagine a beloved story across the full range of styles we teach.
The production is cast by audition each August, and the cast begins rehearsing in September to bring the show to a professional theater in December. It's a favorite holiday tradition for our dancers and a treat for the families and guests who come to watch.
How it comes together
The road to the stage.
August — Auditions
DI Goes Nuts is cast by audition, giving dancers the chance to earn roles in the production.
September — Rehearsals begin
The cast starts rehearsing together, building numbers that blend ballet with jazz, hip hop, Acro, and contemporary.
December — On the professional stage
The finished production comes to a professional theater for families and guests to enjoy.
- A fresh take on The Nutcracker — beyond ballet alone
- Blends ballet, jazz, hip hop, Acro, and contemporary
- Roles earned by audition each August
- Staged in a professional theater as a holiday tradition
Questions families ask
DI Goes Nuts FAQ.
What is DI Goes Nuts?
DI Goes Nuts is Dancing Images Dance Center's winter production — a twist on the classic Nutcracker that blends ballet with jazz, hip hop, Acro, and contemporary. It's staged at a professional theater each December.
How do dancers join the DI Goes Nuts cast?
The production is cast by audition each August. Dancers who earn a role begin rehearsing in September ahead of the December performance.
When is DI Goes Nuts performed?
DI Goes Nuts takes the stage each December at a professional theater, following auditions in August and rehearsals that begin in September.
How is it different from a traditional Nutcracker?
Instead of ballet alone, DI Goes Nuts reimagines the Nutcracker with several styles — ballet, jazz, hip hop, Acro, and contemporary — so the whole studio's range is on display.
Do you need to be a ballet dancer to audition?
Not necessarily. Because the production spans jazz, hip hop, Acro, and contemporary alongside ballet, there's room for a range of dancers. Come to the August audition and we'll help you find your place.
Want to see the rest of our year? See all our shows or ask us directly.