The Nutcracker

  • Date: Dec 10 - Dec 29, 2021
  • Venue: Benedum Center
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Snow settles on the Steel City as a wonderful adventure begins in PBT’s The Nutcracker. Join Marie, her Nutcracker prince and the Sugar Plum Fairy on a journey into the Land of Enchantment. Five fanciful scenes, over 150 unique costumes and Tchaikovsky’s enduring score make The Nutcracker a can’t-miss holiday tradition.

Choreography & Concept: Terrence S. Orr | Music: P.I. Tchaikovsky

Just announced: View the casting here!

Nutcracker sponsors:

  •  Giant Eagle

Performance Times

  • Friday, Dec. 10, 2021 – 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021 – 2 p.m.
  • Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021 – 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021 – 12 p.m.
  • Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021 – 4:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021 – 7 p.m.
  • Friday, Dec. 17, 2021 – 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021 – 2 p.m.
  • Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021 – 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021 – 12 p.m.
  • Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021 – 4:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021 – 7 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021 – 7 p.m.
  • Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021 – 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021 – 12 p.m.
  • Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021 – 4:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021 – 2 p.m.

Theater Programs

Join us online and at the theater to learn more about the production!

*Please note that programs at the theater are subject to change as Covid regulations are updated through the year. Registration may be required for theater programs so please stay tuned!

Virtual Preview  | Tuesday, Dec. 7  | 7 p.m.

Live online. Know before you go with this half hour preview of the ballet on Zoom. Register here – you’ll receive a Zoom link on the day of the program.

Dance the Story | Thursday, Dec. 9 | 5:30 p.m.

Live online. Introduce children to the ballet with this movement-based story time on Zoom! Registration required – please click here to sign up! You’ll receive a Zoom link for the program.

Post-Show Q & A | Friday, Dec. 10  | 9:45 p.m.

At the Benedum. Dancers portraying the roles of Marie, the Nephew / Nutcracker, the Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier, and Drosselmeyer join us after the performance to take your questions! No registration necessary. After the show come down close to the stage area for the program.

Ballet Warm-up | Saturday, Dec. 11  | 1 p.m.

At the Benedum. Watch the last few minutes of company class and get ready for the performance with a quick intro to the show. No registration necessary.

Audio-described Performances  |  Sunday, Dec. 12 at 12 p.m.  &  Friday, Dec. 17 at 2 p.m.

Live narration of the production for patrons with blindness or low vision, or anyone interested in listening to a verbal description of the production. Visit Guest Services before the show for assistance. The performance on Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. is our sensory-friendly performance.

Ballet Warm-up | Saturday, Dec. 18 | 1 p.m.

At the Benedum. Watch the last few minutes of company class and get ready for the performance with a quick intro to the show. No registration necessary.

More Info

Learn more about the PBT’s The Nutcracker!

Audience Guide

Children’s Activity Guide

Coloring Pages!

PBT education videos

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