Martina McBride gets in the spirit with holiday tour
It’s little surprise then that the country star is jazzed about her upcoming “The Joy of Christmas” tour.
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Boston Ballet artistic director Mikko Nissinen showed young dancers the reaction he expects from them as he ran through the actions of the Mouse King.
Boston Ballet conjures a new ‘Nutcracker’
An old tradition is getting a redesign at Boston Ballet, which premieres artistic director Mikko Nissinen’s reenvisioned production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.”
Local films, festivals, and faces
Celebrating a silent, spirited ‘Peter Pan’
It may not be considered a traditional holiday film, but few stories bring more spirit and magic to the screen than “Peter Pan.”
Santa-themed events in New England
Santa has been shaking things up a bit. These days, you’re more likely to find him zooming down a ski slope or running a 5K than sitting in a department store.
Holiday Style
2012 holiday gift guide
Choose your destination — Brookline, Plymouth, or Harvard Square — and find something for everyone on your list.
Critic’s picks: Holiday classical music concerts
Critic Jeremy Eichler offers a sampling of classical music holiday concerts in the Greater Boston area.
Critic’s picks: Holiday pop, rock, and folk
James Reed picks the region’s best holiday pop music offerings.
Critic’s Picks: Holiday dance
Recommended holiday dance performances, including numerous different takes on “The Nutcracker.”
Critic’s picks: Holiday theater
A guide to holiday theater, including “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical,’’ “Arabian Nights,” and more.
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