Illustration of a felt doll in a red dress on a small toy stage with a nutcracker soldier, snowy trees and a glowing fire (The Nutcracker)

The Nutcracker

Mobile Ballet Company and student dancers are joined by guest artists for Artistic Director Katia Garza's production of the holiday classic. Audiences follow Clara and The Nutcracker Prince as a dream comes to life on stage. The performance is designed for families, newcomers, and longtime ballet enthusiasts alike.

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Tickets

Individual Nutcracker ticket: Red sections, Adult $69; Child/Student/65+/Military discount ticket $66. Yellow sections, Adult $58; discount ticket $55. Blue sections, Adult $41; discount ticket $38. Green sections, Adult $25; discount ticket $22. Mini-season package, which includes one Nutcracker ticket and one Little Mermaid ticket: Red sections, Adult $125; discount ticket $120. Yellow sections, Adult $105; discount ticket $100. Blue sections, Adult $74; discount ticket $69. Green sections, Adult $44; discount ticket $40. Individual Nutcracker tickets are on sale now.

Hours

Saturday, December 19: 2 pm and 7 pm; Sunday, December 20: 2 pm.

Accessibility

There is no elevator at the venue, and Loge and Balcony seating is accessible by stairs only; wheelchair-accessible seating can be arranged through the box office.

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Location

Saenger · 6 S Joachim St, Mobile, AL 36602 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and ballet lovers

Vibe

Dreamy and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Bring no more than one clear bag per person, and keep it within the venue’s 12-by-12-by-8-inch limit for security screening.
  • Choose seating with the venue’s stair access in mind; Loge and Balcony seats are reached by stairs, with no elevator available.
  • Ask the box office for help selecting wheelchair-accessible seating if needed.
  • Look for the child, student, senior, or military discount ticket options when choosing individual seats.
  • Add the separately ticketed holiday brunch when purchasing a Nutcracker performance ticket if you want the Sunday brunch experience.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Discount tickets are offered for children, students, people aged 65 and older, and military.
  • A mini-season package combining The Nutcracker and The Little Mermaid is available.
  • A separately ticketed Nutcracker Holiday Brunch is offered before the Sunday matinee.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is The Nutcracker suitable for?

The performance is described as suitable for the whole family, newcomers, and longtime ballet fans.

Are individual tickets available, and are there discounts?

Individual tickets are on sale. Discount tickets are offered for children, students, people aged 65 and older, and military.

What does the mini-season package include?

It includes one ticket to The Nutcracker and one ticket to The Little Mermaid.

Can I attend a holiday brunch with the Nutcracker characters?

A separately ticketed holiday brunch is offered before the Sunday matinee. It includes character photos, a story reading, and a festive spread.

What should I know about bags and seating access?

The Saenger allows one clear bag per person, no larger than 12 by 12 by 8 inches, and screens all guests. There is no elevator; Loge and Balcony seating are reached by stairs.

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