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Best Family Shows from October 7 - December 7

in Wilmington

Mannheim Steamroller at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center

Mannheim Steamroller

With the release of Mannheim Steamroller's first holiday album 1984 came the kind of fame that made the act a veritable Christmas-time tradition. With founder and composer Chip Davis at the helm, the all-American music troupe continues to tour extensively, bringing Yuletide cheer to audiences throughout the US with a unique Neo-Classical take on popular carols and songs. It's no wonder that the Mannheim Steamroller is the top-selling Holiday Act of all time!

World Ballet Series - The Nutcracker at Kenan Auditorium

World Ballet Series - The Nutcracker

Made up of a talented company of international artists and performers, the World Ballet Series' mission is to revive the dazzling art of grand ballet, with high production values, including glittering sets and costumes. Don't miss their wonderful version of the traditional festive ballet, coming to a venue near you this holiday season!

City Ballet - The Nutcracker at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center

City Ballet - The Nutcracker

The Wilson Center becomes a snowy winter wonderland as City Ballet returns this year with their unmissable Nutcracker. Join the company as they stage the festive feast, replete with glittering sets and costumes and Tchaikovsky's timeless score, played by a live orchestra. Appealing to audiences of all ages, there's no better way to get into the holiday spirit!

The Nutcracker at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is one of the country's favorite Christmas events, and one of the most performed ballets in the world! This magical story of dancing toys and a Nutcracker prince is paired perfectly with Tchaikovsky's beautiful score. An annual Nutcracker performance by your local ballet company is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!

Stomp at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center

Stomp

Inspiring the music-makers in all of us, international megahit Stomp conjures up intricate rhythms from everyday household items. Marvel as the cast of eight incredibly talented players fill your theater with an orchestra of percussion, with only garbage bin lids, hammers and broom sticks as their instruments.