The Nutcracker
Dancers take the stage to bring Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s score to life alongside a full live orchestra, surrounded by stunning sets and costumes. The production features characters ranging from angels to the Sugar Plum Fairy, with company alumni returning to dance the traditional party scene choreography. Attendees can enjoy the ambiance and purchase refreshments in the grand lobby before the performance and during intermission.
Dec 19 – Dec 20, 2026
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Hours
Sat, Dec 19: 10:30 a.m.; 7:30 p.m.*; Sun, Dec 20: 10:30 a.m.; 2:30 p.m.*. The page’s note reads “* Live Orchestra. (Abbreviated Performance).”.
Ages
Recommended for ages 3 and up; all attendees require a ticket.
Neighborhood
FSU Campus
Food & Drink
Refreshments are available for purchase before the performance and during intermission.
Parking
Ticket holders can park along Park Avenue or in the Fine Arts Parking Garage at Call and Macomb streets. Donors at the Apprentice Level ($175) or higher who purchased season tickets receive a parking pass for Donor Lots. Do not park in tow-away zones.
Accessibility
There are several handicap parking options for TTB's FSU performance venues.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Choose a Saturday or Sunday morning abbreviated performance for young children, since TTB recommends it for little ones and suggests kids be at least three.
- Buy a ticket for every person in your group, infants included, because everyone needs a ticket and their own seat.
- Come early to take in the grand lobby and buy refreshments, which are sold before the performance and again at intermission.
- Park along Park Avenue or in the Fine Arts Parking Garage at Call and Macomb streets, and stay out of lots marked as tow-away zones.
- Double-check your performance before buying, because all sales are final and single tickets can't be exchanged for another date.
Special Events & Promotions
- 40th anniversary: TTB alumni return to dance the party scene, recreating Dr. Kathryn Karrh Cashin's choreography.
- Abbreviated performances on Saturday and Sunday mornings, recommended for young children.
- Live orchestra at the Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon performances.
- Season subscribers get a 5% discount on all performances and first pick of seats.
- A separate school-performance version for school-age children is sold at reduced ticket prices.
Links & Contact
Run by The Tallahassee Ballet
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a good fit for young children?
TTB recommends kids be at least 3 and highly recommends the abbreviated children's performance for young children. Children need to sit quietly. If a child becomes disruptive, ushers will ask the child and adult to leave without a refund.
Does my infant need a ticket?
Yes. Everyone from infants to adults needs a ticket and must sit in the seat on that ticket.
Which performances have the live orchestra?
The Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon performances have the live orchestra. The Saturday and Sunday morning performances are abbreviated.
What should I wear?
Some people dress up and make the ballet a special night out. Business or dressy casual clothes are also fine.
How long does it last, and can I get refreshments?
Most TTB ballets run about two hours, including a 15-minute intermission, and the morning shows are abbreviated. Refreshments are sold at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall before the show and at intermission.
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