What better way to get the family together and celebrate the holiday season, than with the world's greatest variety show! With jaw-dropping, breathtaking circus acts of A Magical Cirque Christmas, you'll be transported to the golden age which is filled with stunning costumes, extraordinary talent and more.

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!

North Carolina Symphony Orchestra have a Christmas concert to whet your festive whistle as they bring the holiday cheer with the Holiday Pops! Featuring a variety of holiday favorites, classical festive fancies, carols and modern Christmas hits, this year's Holiday Pops will bring a smile to everyone - even the biggest Scrooge you know!

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!

The Addams Family are back, taking their mysterious and spooky lives on tour across the United States to share their story with the nation. After the Tony-nominated musical's premiere in Chicago in 2009, it moved on to Broadway and then the international stage. The Addams Family features a brand new story, with a book written by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, and music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Maybe after you'll join Morticia and Gomez in their avowed thrice weekly tangos!

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!