Jersey Nutcracker
Nimbus Dance reimagines the holiday classic with a Garden State journey following two children who uncover a magical nutcracker inside a mysterious golden suitcase. Professional dancers perform alongside youth dancers amid larger-than-life sets, sparkling costumes, and animated projections. Audiences follow the characters from city streets down a magical manhole, featuring the Sugar Plum Fairy, lively jazz choreography, and comedic characters.
What to Expect
A distinctly Garden State take on Tchaikovsky's holiday classic.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Jersey City
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Nimbus Dance
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday ballet fans
Vibe
Festive and imaginative
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
- Parking: Parking is at privately owned commercial lots within walking distance, and public transit is strongly encouraged.
- Accessibility: The theatre features street-level entrance access via automatic doors, wheelchair-accessible seating, and an elevator serving accessible restrooms.
- Pets: Only licensed, harnessed service animals are allowed, and the venue asks to be told in advance.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets only through Ticketmaster, since the theatre can't help with tickets that don't scan if they were bought anywhere else.
- Leave the stroller at home. Strollers, scooters and bags bigger than 14 by 14 by 6 inches aren't allowed inside.
- Ride PATH to Journal Square, because the theatre is right across from the transportation center and parking is only in private lots nearby.
- Make sure you have everything with you before you go in, since re-entry isn't allowed once you leave the theatre.
- Bring hearing protection for anyone under 16. The venue suggests it for young guests at all live events.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: Jersey Nutcracker makes its debut at Loew's Jersey Theatre as the 1929 Wonder Theatre reopens its doors.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the story?
Two kids from different sides of town find a magical nutcracker in a mysterious golden suitcase. They race through city streets and back alleys, then down a magical manhole into a new vision of their city, meeting the Sugar Plum Fairy and some very funny characters along the way.
Who performs?
Nimbus Dance's professional dancers share the stage with young performers from across New Jersey. The show uses large sets, glittering costumes and animated projections.
Do young children need a ticket?
Children under 24 months don't need one if they sit on a parent's lap. Everyone 24 months and older needs their own ticket, and guests under 16 must be with a parent or guardian.
What's the best way to get there?
The theatre sits directly across from the Journal Square Transportation Center. PATH trains run there from Hoboken, Manhattan and Newark, along with NJ Transit Light Rail and regional buses.
Can I bring a stroller or a big bag?
No. Strollers aren't allowed, and bags must be no larger than 14 x 14 x 6 inches.
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