Illustration of a pantomime stage with a castle backdrop and a dame in a huge dress as the audience laughs (The Nutcracker)

The Nutcracker

Triangle Youth Ballet brings this joyful holiday classic to the stage with a cast of more than 100 performers. Audiences will experience live musical accompaniment by the Tchaikovsky Virtuosi Orchestra inside Fletcher Hall.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

Thu 7:00pm; Fri 7:00pm; Sat 2:00pm and 7:00pm. Doors open 60 minutes before showtime.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Durham

Accessibility

The theatre provides accessibility accommodations and services; details are available through its accessibility information.

Going?

Location

The Carolina Theatre of Durham · 309 West Morgan St, Durham, NC 27701 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Ballet fans and families seeking a holiday tradition

Vibe

Festive and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Buy tickets through carolinatheatre.org, the theatre's only official source for verified tickets.
  • Arrive with enough time to enter before the performance, as doors open 60 minutes before showtime.
  • Leave cameras, backpacks, outside food and drink, video recording devices and weapons at home because they are prohibited.
  • Bring a credit card for purchases at the theatre, which does not accept cash.
  • Cover ticket barcodes if sharing ticket images online, since copied barcodes can invalidate tickets.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Saturday includes a daytime matinee as well as an evening performance.

Links & Contact

Run by Triangle Youth Ballet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who presents this production?

Triangle Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker with the Tchaikovsky Virtuosi Orchestra.

What will audiences see and hear?

The production features a cast of over 100 performers and live music by the Tchaikovsky Virtuosi Orchestra.

How early can I enter the theatre before a performance?

Doors open 60 minutes before showtime.

What items are prohibited inside?

Cameras, outside food and drink, backpacks, video recording devices and weapons are not allowed.

Can I pay with cash at the theatre?

No. The theatre accepts credit cards only.

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