Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Ballet - A Flagstaff holiday tradition featuring the NAU Community Music and Dance Troupe. The Nutcracker is a treasured tradition for so many good reasons - it's extraordinary music, the choreography is spectacular, and it's a wonderful holiday experience for the whole family. Talented dancers from Flagstaff's own Community Music and Dance Academy, along with the marvelous musicians of the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra come together every year to share this Christmas time classic with our community. The lollipop matinee is a shortened version of the full ballet ideal for families with young children!