Harmony School of Creative Arts’ take on The Nutcracker ballet: “The Gifts of Christmas.” Photo by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography
Highland Lakes Christmas concerts, musicals, and more bring the magic of the season to the stage. Mark your calendars for the following performances.
“The Story of the Nutcracker”
7:30 p.m. Dec. 5-6 and 3 p.m. Dec. 6-7
Burnet High School Performing Arts Center, 1000 The Green Mile
Now in its 19th production, “The Story of The Nutcracker” is a cherished holiday tradition presented by Studio 29 Dance Centre and hosted by the Burnet High School Highlandettes drill team. The show features talented dancers of all ages, including the youngest-ever Clara at just 8 years old. Tickets are $15 for ages 13 and older and $10 for children 12 and younger and can be purchased via the BHS athletic website, where football game tickets are sold.
“Winter Wonderettes”
Dec. 5-21 at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays
Hill Country Community Theatre, 4003 FM 2147 West in Cottonwood Shores
Join the Hill Country Community Theatre for a heartwarming musical set in 1968 at the Harper’s Hardware holiday party. When Santa goes missing, four singing co-workers step up to save the day with spirited harmonies and holiday cheer. Tickets for the general public go on sale Nov. 24 at thehcct.org.
Madrigal Dinner and concert
6 p.m. Dec. 6
Marble Falls High School, 2101 Mustang Drive
The Marble Falls High School choir hosts a medieval-themed dinner and captivating show. Tickets are $30 a person.
MFHS choir concert
2 p.m. Dec. 7
Marble Falls High School, 2101 Mustang Drive
Admission is free to the Marble Falls High School choir’s annual holiday performance.
Carols and Candlelight
6-8 p.m. Dec. 7
First Baptist Church-Marble Falls, 901 La Ventana Drive
Experience a beautiful evening of worship and the celebration of Jesus’ birth at First Baptist Church. Carols & Candlelight is a heartfelt event featuring music, drama, dance, and art illuminated by the warm glow of candlelight.
BHS band Christmas concert
7 p.m. Dec. 11
Burnet High School, 1000 The Green Mile
Admission is free to the Burnet High School band’s annual Christmas performance.
“The Gifts of Christmas”
11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Dec. 13
Hill Country Fellowship Church, 200 Houston Clinton Drive in Burnet
Harmony School of Creative Arts reimagines “The Nutcracker” ballet with a Christian message. Now in its 10th season, “The Gifts of Christmas” draws audiences from across the Highland Lakes and beyond. Perfect for all ages. Go to harmonyarts.org.
Highlandettes at Christmas on the Square
Noon Dec. 13
Courthouse Square in downtown Burnet
The Burnet High School drill team kicks Christmas on the Square into high holiday cheer.
BHS choir’s winter concert
6:30 p.m. Dec. 19
Burnet High School, 1000 The Green Mile
The Burnet High School band’s winter concert showcases skills developed throughout the semester.
