“The Nutcracker” is a holiday staple, and for Ballet Arizona and many other productions around the world, a pit full of musicians is part of the tradition.

A performing arts center in suburban Detroit reopened over the weekend with performances of “The Nutcracker," days after a body was found in the building's ventilation system.

George Balanchine's “Nutcracker” is back in full swing at New York City Ballet, a year after a number of performances were canceled due to COVID-19, and two years after being sidelined entirely due to the pandemic.

The New York City Ballet has canceled its remaining performances of “The Nutcracker.”.

DETROIT – Several dance companies have been shuttered by COVID-19, which means there won’t be any big holiday productions, but a national nonprofit is calling for home videos and rehearsal reels to splice together a virtual version of “The Nutcracker.”The Universal Ballet Competition is calling all dancers from every corner of the world. It’s a nonprofit that promotes dance, scholarships and keeping the artform infused with talent. They have figured out a way to make “The Nutcracker” virtual this year. They’re asking for dance companies of all sizes, with all ages, and varying experience levels to enter their competition. You can contact The Universal Ballet Competition by calling this number: 305-582-7877READ: More entertainment coverage

ANN ARBOR - "The Nutcracker" ballet returns to the Michigan Theater on Saturday, Dec. 14. Presented by the Academy of Russian Classical Ballet, the show is a traditional Russian rendition of the popular Christmas classic. Performed by the academy's talented Michigan ballet students, professional dancers and guest artists, "The Nutcracker" is a fun holiday tradition for the whole family. "We are very excited to showcase talented Michigan ballet students alongside world-class professional ballet dancers on the historic Michigan Theater stage," said director Jessica Morschakov in a statement. Its two locations can be found at:527 E. Liberty St., Suite 208, Ann Arbor (inside the Michigan Theater building)46969 West Road, WixomFor more information, visit www.russianclassicalballet.com.