The Nutcracker
Follow Clara on an enchanting journey from a festive Christmas Eve celebration to the Land of Sweets, where toy soldiers battle and snowflakes whirl. The classic holiday production features choreography by Yury Yanowsky set to Tchaikovsky's score. Ballet RI's professional company artists perform alongside local youth from across the community.
Dec 17 – Dec 27, 2026 All ages
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Tickets
Tickets range from $36-$130. Student Rush Discount (50% off) is available for select performances, with a valid university ID required and possible additional restrictions and inventory limits. All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket. VETS performance tickets include a $5 facility fee; additional convenience fees for online and phone orders are determined and collected by the venue. In-person VETS/PPAC Box Office orders are not subject to additional fees. Meet the Stars is an add-on, but no price is stated for it.
Hours
December 17 – 7:00pm; December 18 – 7:00pm; December 19 – 1:00pm, 6:30pm; December 20 – 1:00pm, 6:30pm; December 23 – 6:30pm; December 26 – 1:00pm, 6:30pm; December 27 – 1:00pm.
Accessibility
Requests for wheelchair accessible seating can be made by phone.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Buy through The VETS or PPAC, the official ticket providers, to avoid tickets that may be invalid or ineligible for assistance.
- If attending with a group, ask about the group discount available for groups of 10 or more.
- Students should bring a valid university ID when using a Student Rush ticket; availability is limited to select performances.
- Choose a matinee if you want the option to add the Meet the Stars experience afterward.
- Request wheelchair-accessible seating by phone when arranging subscription tickets.
Special Events & Promotions
- Group discounts are available for groups of 10 or more for all performances.
- Student Rush discounts are available for select performances with a valid university ID; restrictions and inventory limits may apply.
- Meet the Stars is available as an add-on after matinee performances.
- A separate Discover Dance school-time session is offered on December 17.
Links & Contact
Run by Festival Ballet Providence and Ballet Rhode Island
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the production suitable for children, and do children need tickets?
It is for audiences of all ages, and every patron, regardless of age, must have a ticket.
How can I avoid buying an invalid ticket?
Use The VETS or PPAC, the official ticket providers; tickets from other sources may be invalid or ineligible for assistance.
Are discounts available?
Discounted tickets are available for groups of 10 or more for all performances. Student Rush discounts are offered for select performances with a valid university ID; restrictions and limited inventory may apply.
What is the Meet the Stars experience?
It is an add-on after matinee performances, with a swag bag and private access to the performers after the show.
Can I request wheelchair-accessible seating?
For subscription tickets, request wheelchair-accessible seating by phone.
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