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The Nutcracker

with live music by The Phoenix Symphony

December 6 - 24, 2024

Symphony Hall

Choreography: Ib Andersen

Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

 

LOW TICKET ALERT! For the best selection of seats, choose our newly added performances: Thurs. Dec 19 7PM or Mon. Dec. 23 5:30 PM. Many dates are close to sold out with limited seating!

Ballet Arizona returns to Symphony Hall in grand fashion with this holiday classic. Celebrate the joy and wonder of the season with Ib Andersen’s The Nutcracker as Tchaikovsky’s cherished score is masterfully performed by The Phoenix Symphony. Follow Clara’s wintry adventures as she battles mischievous mice and charms the Sugar Plum Fairy. Whether this is your first Nutcracker or your 101st, this heartwarming tradition never fails to enchant and draw smiles from all!

 

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Bag & Screening Policy

Be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to showtime! For the safety and security of all patrons, Phoenix Convention Center & Venues has implemented a screening process for all public shows at Symphony Hall and The Orpheum Theatre.
 
Clutch bags no larger than 8.5” x 5.5” and clear bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” are permitted. Medical and family bags are allowed.  No other bags are permitted, and all bags are subject to search.
 
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Capture the Magic VIP Package - Ticket Add On

Upgrade your experience with these VIP perks for your group to make your night one-of-a-kind for your family!

After selecting your ticket(s) for The Nutcracker, go to your cart, then you will see a prompt at the top of the screen with the opportunity to purchase your Capture the Magic ticket(s).

Price: $125

Your Capture the Magic package includes:

  • Early entry for your entire party (90 minutes before the performance begins) to the Symphony Hall lobby to shop and get your Sugar Plum Fairy photo without the huge crowd to slow you down
  • Complimentary photo with the Sugar Plum Fairy
  • Four (4) hot chocolate vouchers
  • Complimentary parking pass*
  • SBAZ drop-in class voucher
  • Pair of autographed pointe shoes
  • Ballet Arizona tote bag
  • $20 Ballet Arizona gift card
  • 20% off at The Nutcracker Boutique in the lobby

When can I buy them? Capture the Magic tickets are available for purchase now!

How do I buy them? When purchasing your tickets online, you will be given the opportunity to add the package to your cart.

*Please note that the parking garage only accepts physical parking passes, so patrons should purchase a Capture the Magic package at least a week in advance so that the Box Office can mail parking passes to patrons. If purchased closer to showtime, parking passes will not be included but packages can be purchased for a reduced rate.

You can also add the Capture the Magic package by calling our Box Office Monday – Friday between 9:30 am and 5:30 pm at 602.381.1096.

 

Ballet Arizona Box Office: 602-381-1096

Hours: Monday – Friday from 9:30 am – 5:30 pm

2835 E. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85034

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Angel Night

At Ballet Arizona, we believe that the joy of the arts and the power of a single performance can change lives.

 

That’s why we created Angel Night—a program that offers exclusive, free performances throughout our season, made possible by the generosity of our donors. Thanks to this incredible support, more than 2,200 children and families across Arizona get the chance to experience the enchantment of ballet, without financial barriers. Interested in learning more or making a difference? 

 

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Performance Chats

Performance chats give attendees the opportunity to participate in a FREE Q&A with the company dancers before or after the show.

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Seating Map of Symphony Hall

Below, you can find a seating map of Symphony Hall. When selecting your seat, we recommend referring to this map for an accurate depiction of the theater. Please note that when selecting your seats, the seat map on our ticketing platform is a flipped version of this.

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For seating and information for our other venues, click HERE.

The Nutcracker

with live music by The Phoenix Symphony

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Performance Dates & Showtimes:

Saturday Dec 21, 2024
The Nutcracker
2:00 pm

at Symphony Hall

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The Nutcracker
7:30 pm

at Symphony Hall

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Sunday Dec 22, 2024
The Nutcracker
1:00 pm

at Symphony Hall

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The Nutcracker
5:30 pm

at Symphony Hall

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Monday Dec 23, 2024
The Nutcracker
1:00 pm

at Symphony Hall

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The Nutcracker
5:30 pm

at Symphony Hall

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Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
The Nutcracker
1:00 pm

at Symphony Hall

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Season Ticket Information

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