The Nutcracker
Follow Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they journey from a festive holiday gathering to a battle against mischievous mice, culminating in the dazzling Land of Sweets. Guests are greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy and treated to dances from around the world, including the Waltz of the Flowers. The performance features choreography by Val Caniparoli, sets by Chris Van Allsburg and Eugene Lee, and live music from the Grand Rapids Symphony.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Hours
Fri, Dec 11: 7:30pm; Sat, Dec 12: 2:00pm and 7:30pm; Sun, Dec 13: 2:00pm; Fri, Dec 18: 7:30pm; Sat, Dec 19: 2:00pm and 7:30pm; Sun, Dec 20: 2:00pm.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Grand Rapids
Accessibility
Accessible and companion seating available.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets only from the Grand Rapids Ballet Box Office or ticketmaster.com. Third-party sellers charge more, skip the pre-show information, and sometimes never send the tickets.
- Call or visit the ballet box office on a weekday to buy your tickets, because buying there avoids the Ticketmaster fees.
- Allow about two hours for the performance, including one intermission, when you plan your day around a matinee or an evening show.
- Ask for accessible or companion seating when you book, since every seat is reserved and assigned ahead of the performance.
Links & Contact
Run by Grand Rapids Ballet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
About two hours, with one intermission.
Is the music live?
Yes, the Grand Rapids Symphony plays Tchaikovsky's score live.
Who designed the production?
Val Caniparoli did the choreography. Grand Rapids' own Chris Van Allsburg, author of The Polar Express, and Tony Award-winner Eugene Lee designed the sets.
Is accessible seating available?
Yes, there is accessible and companion seating. All seating is reserved.
How can I buy tickets without Ticketmaster fees?
Buy from the Grand Rapids Ballet Box Office by phone or in person, Monday through Friday.
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