Newport Nutcracker Ballet Returns to Rosecliff Mansion for 26th Year
The Newport Nutcracker ballet, presented by Newport Contemporary Ballet, is returning to the historic Rosecliff mansion for its 26th year. Performances will take place from November 25th to December 4th, with audiences moving through the mansion as the performance unfolds.…
Providence New Bedford, RI, November 4, 2026 — The Newport Nutcracker ballet, a holiday tradition presented by Newport Contemporary Ballet, is set to return to the historic Rosecliff mansion for its 26th consecutive year. This year’s performances are scheduled to run from November 25th through December 4th.
A distinctive feature of the production is its immersive nature, where audiences will move through the rooms of the Rosecliff mansion as the narrative of the ballet unfolds. This unique staging allows attendees to experience the performance in various settings within the historic estate.
The cast of the Newport Nutcracker ballet comprises over 60 children. The production marks its 26th anniversary this year, continuing a long-standing engagement at the prominent Newport landmark.
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