George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®

George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®

Presented by Pacific Northwest Ballet

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Event Details

  • Nov 26 - Dec 28, 2021
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  • PNB's Box Office:
    206-441-2424
     

    Bringing a group of 10+ to The Nutcracker? Contact PNB Group Sales Manager Julie Jamieson by filling out the form at the bottom of PNB’s Group Sales webpage.
     

    Please visit Pacific Northwest Ballet's website to view specific COVID protocols and information related to The Nutcracker performances in McCaw Hall.

  • The garage with the shortest wait times for pre and post event parking is the 5th Avenue North Garage. Located on 5th Avenue N, with entrances on Republican Street and Harrison Street, this garage requires a short walk to McCaw Hall.

    Parking is also available at the Mercer Street Garage, conveniently located across the street from McCaw Hall. Entrances to the Garage are on 4th Avenue N and 3rd Avenue N.

  • Call 206-615-0404 to make your reservation at Prelude for evening performances & the 12/24 performance of The Nutcracker. Unfortunately Prelude will be closed for most matinee performances.
    Menu downloads:
    Prelude Menu
    Prelude Dessert Menu
    Prelude Kid's Menu

Inclement weather information

As of 12/27/21: The shows will go on as scheduled! Please check pnb.org for the most current information regarding show schedule due to weather. If you are unable to attend due to the snow, please contact PNB directly at tickets@pnb.org or patronservices@pnb.org. 

Join us for the magic at McCaw Hall this holiday season.

Are you ready to celebrate the holidays with renewed gusto? With its classic score, thrilling dance, resplendent costumes and scenery, and magical story, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® is the perfect centerpiece for any celebration. Gather your loved ones to come enjoy our beautifully decked hall, and let your soul have its fill of holiday cheer.

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Music: Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Choreography: George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust
Staging: Judith Fugate, with Peter Boal and Garielle Whittle
Scenic & Costume Design: Ian Falconer
Lighting Design: James F. Ingalls

Approximate running time: 2 hours, with 1 intermission
Intermission length: approximately 25 minutes

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Buy Tickets Now

Event Details

  • Nov 26 - Dec 28, 2021
  • Buy Tickets Now

  • PNB's Box Office:
    206-441-2424
     

    Bringing a group of 10+ to The Nutcracker? Contact PNB Group Sales Manager Julie Jamieson by filling out the form at the bottom of PNB’s Group Sales webpage.
     

    Please visit Pacific Northwest Ballet's website to view specific COVID protocols and information related to The Nutcracker performances in McCaw Hall.

  • The garage with the shortest wait times for pre and post event parking is the 5th Avenue North Garage. Located on 5th Avenue N, with entrances on Republican Street and Harrison Street, this garage requires a short walk to McCaw Hall.

    Parking is also available at the Mercer Street Garage, conveniently located across the street from McCaw Hall. Entrances to the Garage are on 4th Avenue N and 3rd Avenue N.

  • Call 206-615-0404 to make your reservation at Prelude for evening performances & the 12/24 performance of The Nutcracker. Unfortunately Prelude will be closed for most matinee performances.
    Menu downloads:
    Prelude Menu
    Prelude Dessert Menu
    Prelude Kid's Menu