The Nutcracker is still the December ballet — Tchaikovsky, a growing tree, and a Sugar Plum Fairy. This page lists touring companies and regional productions, not one exclusive troupe. Read the event title before you buy Nutcracker tickets so you know which company you are seeing.

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Resale marketplace for Nutcracker tour dates and local runs. Orchestra center is the view of the corps; balcony is the full-stage picture. Sensory-inclusive performances (when listed) are a different house — quieter sound, adjusted lights. 100% ticket guarantee.

2026 Nutcracker Dates

November 5 — United European Ballet Company at Temple Theatre, Saginaw, 7:00 p.m. November 14 — Canberra Theatre Centre (international listing). November 18 — World Ballet Company with live orchestra, Morganton Municipal Auditorium. November 19 — Palace Theatre (NH); Lake Area Ballet sensory-inclusive at Rosa Hart Theatre; World Ballet Company at Chuck Mathena Center. More December weeks post as companies load the calendar. Check this page for the latest Nutcracker schedule.

Which Nutcracker Are You Buying?

World Ballet Company, United European Ballet, Lake Area Ballet, and civic companies all sell under this performer. A live orchestra (called out on the Morganton and Chuck Mathena listings) is not the same as a recorded track. Family matinees and evening performances price differently. If you want a specific production, match the event name, not just “Nutcracker.”

Best Seats

Orchestra rows E–P are the dancer-face seats. Mezzanine is the staging view. Side orchestra can lose the upstage corner. Balcony is how most families buy Nutcracker tickets for a full-stage picture without paying orchestra-center money.

Ticket Prices

Weekend evenings and live-orchestra dates cost more. Sensory-inclusive and weekday school shows are often cheaper. Last-minute Nutcracker tickets appear the week of opening as holds release.

Why Buy Nutcracker Tickets from BuyTickets.com?

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• 100% ticket guarantee and verified listings
• Seats together unless a listing says otherwise
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• Tickets guaranteed to arrive before the event

Prices may sit above or below face value depending on demand, section, and how close the date is. Scroll up to compare listings and buy Nutcracker tickets before the next drop sells through.

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