Broadway is a busy attraction during the Holiday season in New York City. CapitalCityTickets.com gives you a list of the top 5 shows to see on Broadway this Holiday season.

Broadway is a popular attraction of theatre and concert fans nationwide during the holiday season. Here is a list of the top 5 must see shows on Broadway in New York City.

Radio City Christmas Spectacular

A true New York City institution, the annual Radio City Christmas Spectacular is the sparkling, breath-taking way to get you in the Christmas spirit!

Beginning in 1933, The Christmas Spectacular is an unforgettable display of sensational singing and dazzling dancing revolving around The Rockettes, the 36-strong world famous dance troupe, who expertly bring magical Yuletide scenes to life. Expect a series of stunning dance vignettes that includes a tender living rendition of The Nativity featuring real camels, sheep, and donkeys, to their very own version of The Nutcracker, complete with life-sized teddy bears dancing with Clara. And of course, no self-respecting holiday show would be without the great man himself, Santa Claus, drawn on a sleigh by a team of uber-glamorous reindeer. And not forgetting the glorious kickline of “12 days of Christmas” where the Rockettes are bedecked with holly and gold costumes. (Review by: NewYorkCityTheatre.com)

Playing at: Radio City Music Hall, New York City

New York City Ballet: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

The New York City Ballet’s annual production of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker is at the heart of New York City’s year-end holiday season, and this year marks the 61st annual performance of the Big apple’s best loved Nutcracker! Whether it is a family tradition or a once-in-a-lifetime visit, your experience of this glittering classic ballet will stay with you forever and warm your spirit.

From the moment the lights dim, you will be transported to a magical place filled with adorable children, marching toy soldiers, a glowing one-ton Christmas tree that seemingly grows forever, mischievous mice, crystalline waltzing snowflakes, the Land of Sweets and some of the most breathtaking costumes, sets and dancing on earth. (Review by: NewYorkCityTheatre.com)

Playing at: David H. Koch Theater

New York Philharmonic: Handel’s Messiah

Conducted by Gary Thor Wedow, the acclaimed New York Philharmonic Orchestra performs George Frideric Handel’s signature piece, Messiah. The piece was first performed in 1742 in Dublin, and has since become a firm favorite among classical music lovers. The piece is an oratorio, which is a musical work similar to an opera but performed utilizing the vocals of both soloists as well as a choir, and often without the same narrative structure as an opera. Handel’s Messiah is based on Biblical scripture. (Review by: NewYorkCityTheatre.com)

Playing at: David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center

Tim Janis: The American Christmas Carol

With full orchestra and a 200-voice choir, composer Tim Janis is joined by a selection of seasoned performers, with last year’s event seeing him share the stage with singer-songwriter Loreena McKennitt and Grammy Award-winning artist Lisa Fischer. The proceeds from the 2014 event benefited Kate Winslet’s Golden Hat Foundation, which is dedicated to changing perceptions of people with autism, and encouraging new communication methods through technology and the arts. (Review by: NewYorkCityTheatre.com)

Playing at: Carnegie Hall – Isaac Stern Auditorium

Mariah Carey

The undisputed Queen of the Christmas song, Mariah Carey brings her epic voice to Beacon Theatre once again this December with All I Want For Christmas Is You : A Night of Joy & Festivity show, promising a seasonal spectacular including her best-selling albums Merry Christmas and Merry Christmas II you, that could only come from the original diva herself. (Review by: NewYorkCityTheatre.com)

Playing at: Beacon Theatre – NY