The Nutcracker: A Child's Tale
This holiday ballet follows a young girl named Clara who befriends a nutcracker on Christmas Eve. Audiences watch as the nutcracker magically comes to life to fight an evil mouse king before whisking Clara away to a land filled with dolls, sugar plums, bon bons, and snow fairies.
What to Expect
Holiday ballet presented by Valerie Holgers' Académie de Ballet Classique
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and magical
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adults: $34.5–$58.65; children ages 3–11: $24.15 in Tier 2 and 3 only; an $8 Historic Preservation fee is charged on each ticket. Lap-sitting children 3 and younger are free. – Get tickets
- Hours: Lobby doors open at 12:30; house doors open at 1:00 PM; performance at 1:30 PM.
Tips & Advice
- Choose reserved seats when purchasing, and put tickets in your basket so applicable discounts can be applied at checkout.
- If you are a member, log in to your account before purchasing to access member discounts.
- For a sold-out performance, contact the box office about the waitlist; it is limited to 10 guests at a time.
- If bringing a child age 3 or younger, they can sit on an adult’s lap without a ticket.
Special Events & Promotions
- Lap-sitting children 3 and younger enter free.
- Members should log in before purchasing; discounts apply at checkout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ballet about?
Clara befriends a nutcracker on Christmas Eve; it comes to life to fight the Mouse King and takes her to a land of dolls, sugar plums, bon bons, and snow fairies.
Is seating reserved?
Yes, seats are reserved.
What should I do if the performance sells out?
Contact the box office to join the waitlist, which is limited to 10 guests at a time.
Are there ticket discounts for children?
Children ages 3–11 have a child ticket option in Tier 2 and 3. Lap-sitting children age 3 and younger are admitted free.
How do members receive their ticket discounts?
Members should log in before purchasing. Discounts are applied at checkout once tickets are in the basket.
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