Illustration of a toy stage with red curtains where two nutcrackers and a dancer perform for a small seated audience (Safe Haven Ballet Presents The Nutcracker)

Safe Haven Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

Audiences can experience a full-length production of The Nutcracker featuring characters such as Clara, the eccentric Drosselmeyer, spooky Rats, and the Sugarplum Fairy. In the Land of Sweets, visitors encounter an original variation called The Brave American, where guests are encouraged to sing and clap along to the patriotic piece. The performance also features survivors of trauma who participate through Safe Haven Ballet's mission.

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When

Tickets

Tickets start at $63. Backstage Chats are an optional add-on at checkout.

Hours

4:30 pm.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Lowell

Going?

Location

Lowell Memorial Auditorium · 50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and ballet fans

Vibe

Festive and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Consider the Backstage Chat add-on at checkout if you want a behind-the-scenes tour and a chance to ask questions.
  • If you are buying tickets for a group of ten or more, contact Isabel Nichols about the group purchase.
  • Decide carefully before buying, since cancellations, exchanges, changes and refunds are not accepted.
  • Listen for The Brave American variation, which invites the audience to sing and clap along.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Limited-quantity Backstage Chats are available as an optional add-on at checkout.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can audiences expect from the performance?

It is a full-length Nutcracker ballet featuring Clara, Drosselmeyer, the Rats and the Sugarplum Fairy.

Can the audience take part during the show?

Yes. The Brave American variation invites guests to sing and clap along.

Are there any optional extras?

A limited number of Backstage Chats are offered as an optional add-on at checkout. They include a behind-the-scenes tour, a signed Sugarplum Fairy picture, and a chance to hear the ballet’s history and ask questions.

Can a group arrange a ticket purchase?

For a group purchase of ten or more tickets, contact Isabel Nichols by email or phone.

Can tickets be exchanged or refunded?

No. All sales are final, and cancellations, exchanges, changes and refunds are not accepted.

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