The Nutcracker
Nov. 27-Dec. 30
In The Nutcracker, marionettes and costume characters bring the story to life with music from Tchaikovsky’s ballet for audiences ages 5 and up. Meanwhile, a Tiny Tots performance, called Nutcracker Fantasy, features music and scenes based on the story but is geared for children ages 2 to 4.
Puppet Co. at Glen Echo, $6-$12, www.thepuppetco.org