Strayhorn & Ellington's The Nutcracker Suite: The Jazz Station
Visitors can experience a live performance of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn's jazz adaptation of 'The Nutcracker Suite.' Set in an intimate listening room, the concert brings a fresh musical perspective to the traditional holiday ballet with dynamic shifts in mood and style. Guests enjoy the festive Christmas Eve story told through classic big-band and jazz arrangements.
What to Expect
Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn's jazz interpretation of the holiday classic.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Jazz and holiday music fans
Vibe
Intimate and jazzy
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $41.60. – Get tickets
- Hours: Friday and Saturday: 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Tips & Advice
- Book online in advance, as online sales close before showtime and door tickets are available only if the performance is not sold out.
- Student members should sign in before buying tickets and bring student ID for check-in.
- Claim your ticket promptly, because unclaimed seats may be released to walk-up guests after the performance begins.
- Silence your phone and keep conversation limited to respect the listening-room setting.
Special Events & Promotions
- Student members receive a discount on most shows.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect from the performance?
The concert presents Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s jazz interpretation of The Nutcracker Suite, with shifts in mood and style.
Is advance booking recommended, and can I buy tickets at the door?
Online ticket sales close before the performance. If it is not sold out and tickets remain, you can buy them at the box office.
Is there a discount for student members?
Student members receive a discount on most shows. Sign in to your account and bring your student ID for check-in.
What should I know about audience etiquette?
The Jazz Station is a listening room; silence your phone and keep conversation limited during the performance.
What happens if I arrive late?
Claim your ticket promptly; unclaimed seats may be released to walk-up guests after the performance begins.
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