Illustration of a Victorian street stage scene with a man in a nightgown and a glowing ghost (The Nutcracker by Issaquah Dance Theatre)
Christmas Shows

The Nutcracker by Issaquah Dance Theatre

Issaquah Dance Theatre Ensemble presents the classic ballet following Clara on Christmas Eve. Audiences watch toys come to life, a battle between toy soldiers and the Rat King's mice, and dancing snowflakes in the Land of Snow. The adventure continues to the Land of Sweets to see the Sugar Plum Fairy alongside Spanish Chocolate, Arabian Coffee, and Marzipan dances.

Dec 5 – Dec 6, 2026 All ages $15 ticket exchange fee.

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

December 5: 11:00 am (Young Audience Abbreviated Performance, 1 hour); 1:30pm and 6:00pm (Full Length Performance). No times are listed for December 6.

Food & Drink

Pre-ordered Nutcracker gift bags for dancers include candy and popcorn; no other event food or drink is specified.

Accessibility

ADA seating is reserved for individuals with disabilities who need accessible seating accommodations.

Location

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Longman Performing Arts Center · 700 2nd Ave SE, Issaquah, WA 98027 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children and ballet fans

Vibe

Festive and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Children under 2 can attend without a ticket only when sitting on a parent's lap, so plan seating with that rule in mind.
  • Choose the one-hour abbreviated performance if attending with young audiences; it is specifically listed for December 5 at 11:00 am.
  • Tickets are non-refundable, so confirm your selected performance before purchasing.
  • If you need a different show, ticket exchanges cost $15; exchanging from a full-length show to the one-hour performance does not change the ticket price.
  • ADA seating is reserved for people with disabilities who need accessible accommodations, so consider this when arranging seats.

Special Events & Promotions

  • One-hour Young Audience Abbreviated Performance on December 5.
  • Nutcracker Gift Bags for dancers, with candy, popcorn, a Nutcracker ornament, an IDT lanyard, a decal sticker and a tiara (sold separately).
  • Flower bouquets for dancers, picked up at the flower table on your chosen performance day (sold separately).
  • Love Notes with a personal message for your dancer (sold separately).

Links & Contact

Run by Issaquah Dance Theatre

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a shorter show for young children?

Yes. On December 5 there's a one-hour Young Audience Abbreviated Performance. The other shows are full-length.

Do toddlers need their own ticket?

Children under 2 don't need a ticket if they sit on a parent's lap.

Can I get a refund or switch performances?

All ticket sales are final, with no refunds. You can exchange your tickets for a different show for an exchange fee. Moving from a full-length show to the one-hour show doesn't change the ticket price.

Is there accessible seating?

Yes. ADA seating is held for people with disabilities who need accessible seating.

Can I send something special to a dancer?

Yes. You can order a Nutcracker Gift Bag with candy, popcorn, a Nutcracker ornament, an IDT lanyard, a decal sticker and a tiara. You can also order a flower bouquet or a Love Note for your dancer.

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