’Tis the season with Architectural Digest!
Transport inside New York’s legendary Radio City Music Hall as AD joins the seminal and wondrous Rockettes for a backstage tour of the Christmas Spectacular.
The feature pulls back the curtain on the precision, glamour, and tradition that’s defined the Rockettes for nearly a century. From the iconic kickline to the elaborate costumes, AD captures the artistry that makes the Christmas Spectacular a holiday staple.
The Rockettes’ Christmas Spectacular has been running since 1933, drawing over a million visitors each season. The 2025 edition features new choreography, updated digital projections, and a refreshed finale sequence. AD’s tour highlights the costume design team, the stage mechanics behind the famous “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers,” and the Rockettes’ rigorous rehearsal schedule.
For more on the Rockettes, visit Radio City Rockettes | The Rockettes
AD goes backstage with the Rockettes—holiday magic revealed. Which part of the Christmas Spectacular is your favorite? Drop it below.
