Illustration of a sugar plum dancer on pointe beside a nutcracker soldier on a ballet stage (New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony)
Christmas Shows

New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony

Audiences experience a classic holiday production featuring brilliant dancing, glorious costumes, pantomime, and special effects. The performance brings the story to life accompanied by Tchaikovsky's iconic score played live by the New Jersey Symphony.

Dec 11 – Dec 27, 2026 4+

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Tickets: $45–$101. The prices shown on the website include all service fees.

Hours

December 11 and 18: 7:30 pm; December 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, and 27: 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm; December 24: 1:00 pm.

Neighborhood

Downtown Morristown

Location

Mayo Performing Arts Center · 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families with children ages 4 and up, and ballet fans

Vibe

Festive and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Choose a performance from the listed dates, as performances are scheduled across several December dates and include both matinee and evening options.
  • Allow two hours for the performance, including its intermission.
  • If attending with a group of ten or more, arrange a group reservation through Mayo Performing Arts Center.
  • Buy tickets through MayoArts.org, the only authorized ticket-purchase website.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Groups of 10 or more receive a group discount.
  • Performances include evening sessions on select dates.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this production suitable for?

The performance is recommended for ages four and up.

How long does the performance last?

The running time is two hours, including one intermission.

What will audiences see and hear?

New Jersey Ballet performs the story with special effects, costumes, dancing and pantomime, while the New Jersey Symphony plays Tchaikovsky’s score live.

Are group discounts available?

Groups of ten or more can arrange a group reservation by calling the number provided by Mayo Performing Arts Center.

Where should I buy tickets?

MayoArts.org is the only authorized website for ticket purchases.

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