Connecticut Ballet's The Nutcracker
Connecticut Ballet presents its annual holiday production of The Nutcracker, featuring guest stars from New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. The ballet is accompanied live by the Hartford Symphony Orchestra under Music Director Carolyn Kuan. Each performance is followed by a meet-and-greet opportunity in the theater lobby.
What to Expect
Features guest stars and live music by the Hartford Symphony Orchestra.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Hartford
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Connecticut Ballet
Food & Drink
Drinks and bites are available from bar and café locations, and purchases can be brought to your seat.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Ballet fans and families seeking a live holiday show
Vibe
Festive and elegant
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $93.50. – Get tickets
- Hours: Saturday, Dec. 19: 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM; Sunday, Dec. 20: 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
- Parking: Free parking is located across from The Bushnell at 107 Capitol Avenue and one block away at Buckingham Garage (315 Buckingham St).
- Accessibility: The Bushnell offers ASL-interpreted, audio-described, large-format-prompter and sensory-friendly performances, as listed on its accessible performances schedule.
Tips & Advice
- Add your tickets to your phone's mobile wallet before you leave home, because they have to be in the wallet to be scanned at the door.
- Bring your phone to read the digital Playbill, and silence it before the curtain goes up.
- If you want more seats to choose from, pick the later Sunday performance, which has the best availability of the four shows.
- Stay after the performance for the meet-and-greet in the theater lobby, which follows every show.
- Park for free across the street at 107 Capitol Avenue or at Buckingham Garage, one block away on Buckingham Street.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who performs in this Nutcracker?
Connecticut Ballet performs with guest stars from New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. The Hartford Symphony Orchestra plays live under Music Director Carolyn Kuan.
Can we meet the dancers?
Yes. After every performance there's a meet-and-greet in the theater lobby.
Can I bring food or drinks to my seat?
Yes. Buy a drink or a snack at one of the bar and café spots, and you can take it to your seat.
Where should I park?
There's free parking across from The Bushnell at 107 Capitol Avenue. There's also free parking one block away at Buckingham Garage, 315 Buckingham St.
How do digital tickets work?
Log in to your ticketing account, go to your upcoming events, and add the tickets to your phone's mobile wallet. They have to be in your wallet to be scanned. You can also transfer tickets from your account.
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