Illustration of a sugar plum dancer on pointe beside a nutcracker soldier on a ballet stage (2026 CRACKED: Nutcracker with a Twist!)

2026 CRACKED: Nutcracker with a Twist!

Visitors watch Leigh Purtill Ballet Company perform an original reimagining of the traditional holiday ballet. The story follows maid Nora as an enchanted cracked snow globe transports her to a Celtic-inspired Land of the Fae to meet woodland fairy queen Maeve. The performance blends classical ballet and Tchaikovsky's score with mythical creatures like Naiads, Dryads, and Selkies.

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Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and fans of ballet or the nutcracker

Vibe

Whimsical and enchanting

Energy Level

Low

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Low

Tips & Advice

  • Book by October 15 if you want to use the early-bird ticket option.
  • Read up on the Nutcracker story beforehand if you want to recognize its familiar elements in this reimagining.
  • Allow time to find Lanterman Auditorium before the performance begins.
  • Consider the Celtic-inspired setting and mythical characters when deciding whether this ballet suits your group.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Early-bird tickets are available through October 15, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CRACKED: Nutcracker with a Twist?

It is Leigh Purtill Ballet Company’s original reimagining of the Nutcracker, set in a Celtic-inspired Land of the Fae.

What is the story about?

Maid Nora receives an enchanted snow globe that cracks and transports her to a new world, where she meets woodland fairy queen Maeve.

What can audiences expect to see and hear?

The production combines classical ballet and Tchaikovsky’s score with imaginative storytelling and characters including Naiads, Dryads, Selkies and fairies.

Are early-bird tickets available?

Yes. Early-bird tickets are available through October 15, 2026.

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