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Virtual Christmas Performances

Virtual Christmas Performances

Virtual Christmas Performance Round Up 2020 / www.sparkleonthetree.com

A few wonderful organizations are offering classic Christmas programs virtually this holiday season. What a fun way to experience the Christmas festivities from home! Get dressed up or watch in pajamas with hot cocoa or apple cider.

Keep in mind that some of the prices may seem high, but most performing arts organizations are nonprofits that have had their income drastically reduced this year. If you know of other virtual Christmas performances, please share them with us.

A Christmas Carol presented by the ACT Theater

The magic of Charles Dickens’ classic tale comes to life this year as a radio play. Ticket prices start at $20 and go up after Thanksgiving. Streaming on-demand November 27 - December 27, 2020.

 

The Nutcracker presented by the Pacific Northwest Ballet

Stream this classic Christmas ballet with the unique-to-Seattle scenery and costumes by Ian Falconer. Digital Performance access includes unlimited viewing of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® from December 18-26, 2020 for $35. You can also gift this digital experience on the website. If you would like, purchase a separate gift box filled with Nutcracker cheer hand-selected from Amusements gift shop.

 

Tiny Clips for Tiny Tots: A Winter Wonderland by the Seattle Symphony

Friday, December 4, 2020 at 11 am PST. In this approximately 18 minute performance, young viewers are introduced to the instruments of the string family. A string quartet of Seattle Symphony musicians creates a magical winter wonderland through classic sing-a-longs and your favorite holiday music.

A note on the Seattle Symphony: You can sign up for a free 7 day trial, a monthly subscription, or pay for the year. Remember to cancel your subscription when you are finished.


Holiday Pops with the Seattle Symphony

Friday, December 11, 2020 at 8 pm PST. Join conductor Stuart Chafetz and Broadway star N’Kenge for a program of holiday favorites and traditional carols

A note on the Seattle Symphony: You can sign up for a free 7 day trial, a monthly subscription, or pay for the year. Remember to cancel your subscription when you are finished.

 

Favorites from the Nutcracker presented by the Philadelphia Orchestra

In addition to selections from the Nutcracker, the program will include Humperdinck “Crackle Waltz,” from Hansel and Gretel and a holiday sing-along. Available December 17, 2020 from 8 PM EST / 5 PM PST until December 20, 2020 at 11 PM EST / 8 PM PST. The performance costs $15.

 

PNC Pops: Home for the Holidays presented by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra

The first performance is on December 17, 2020 at 7:30 PM EST / 4:30 PM PST and the second is on December 18, 2020 at 7:30 PM EDT / 4:30 PM PST. A heartwarming program of carols and classics. Each performance is sold separately at $12.99.

Part I

Part II

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