music by Peter Ilyitch Tschaikovsky
December 8-30, Academy of Music
Journey to the wondrous Land of Sweets for the Philadelphia region's most beloved holiday tradition, George Balanchine's The Nutcracker™. Follow Marie and her Prince through the dazzling party scene, a harrowing battle, a glistening forest full of snow, and into the Sugarplum Fairy's kingdom. Spectacular sets and costumes make this 44-year-old tradition sparkle like new. The Philadelphia Boys choir and dozens of local dance students add to the enchantment. See why so many make memories with this production.
Read more about George Balanchine's The Nutcracker™.
Performance Dates
Saturday, December 8 2pm, 7pm
Sunday, December 9 12pm, 5pm
Friday, December 14 7pm
Saturday, December 15 2pm, 7 pm
Sunday, December 16 12pm, 5pm
Thursday, December 20 7pm
Friday, December 21 7pm
Saturday, December 22 2pm, 7pm
Sunday, December 23 12pm, 5pm
Monday, December 24 12pm
Wednesday, December 26 12pm, 5pm
Thursday, December 27 2pm
Friday, December 28 2pm
Saturday, December 29 2pm
Sunday, December 30 12pm, 5pm
Academy of Music
240 South Broad Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19102
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