The Nutcracker with Ballet West

Make time for joy

Friday-Sunday, Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 2019

Atwood Concert Hall

Anchorage Concert Association and CenterTix are the only authorized sellers of tickets for The Nutcracker with Ballet West.

Feel the warmth and wonder of the holiday spirit when the curtain goes up at The Nutcracker. In honor of the 30^th anniversary of this cherished tradition in Anchorage, Ballet West, the premier dance company that first performed The Nutcracker at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts, returns. Their glorious production features fantastical sets, costumes, and special effects that leave audiences spellbound and cheering for more, accompanied by live music from the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra and young Alaska dancers.

With Willam Christensen’s historic choreography and Tchaikovsky’s famous score, there’s no better way to kick off the holiday season with your family than this timeless classic. Create memories for years to come this Thanksgiving weekend with The Nutcracker.

TYPE OF EVENING 
Festive cheer
Holiday magic

WHAT TO EXPECT 
Marvelous journey to a fantasy wonderland

COME WITH
A child-like love for the holidays

Subscriptions with The Nutcracker are now closed. Tickets for just The Nutcracker start at $44 for adults and $29.50 for youth through CenterTix box office.

Plan your outing

Know before you go

Curious where to park, what to wear, or where your seats are located? Get answers to frequently asked questions and tips to enhance your experience

Should my child come to the show?

We encourage parents to research each artist/show and determine if it's right for their family. Tips for bringing kids to the theatre
Out of courtesy for others, please refrain from bringing babes-in-arms to the theatre. Everyone entering the performance must have a ticket, regardless of age.
Youth tickets for ages 18 and under start at $29.50 (select all seats and then change any to youth price in your cart).

Holiday Tree Lighting - Saturday, Nov. 30

Visit Anchorage Downtown Partnership's annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony before or after The Nutcracker on Saturday, November 30! This free event features activities 5-7:30pm in Town Square Park, right outside the PAC. Learn more

Note: F Street will be closed between 4th & 5th Avenue Saturday, Nov. 30, for this event. Please give yourself extra time to park and arrive at the theatre.

The Nutcracker by the numbers

30 years Anchorage Concert Association has presented The Nutcracker at the PAC

87 Alaska dancers ages 8 to 17, including Libby Jabaay & Siobhan Witty-Daugherty, who will share the iconic role of Clara. Local dancers auditions are held each September and are coordinated by Alaska Dance Theatre.

50 professional dancers with Ballet West
59 Alaska musicians with Anchorage Symphony Orchestra
20+ Alaska stagehands working behind-the-scenes with 25 Ballet West artistic and production staff
24 monolithic sets, more than 180 costumes, and nearly 200 props in Ballet West’s production
806 Swarovski crystals on each tutu, hand-sewn with 16-yards of tulle. Each tutu takes 40 hours to create!
350+ Alaska volunteers who contribute their time to lobby activities, and ushering during the dress rehearsal and public performances

Holiday Hours

Anchorage Concert Association office will be closed Wednesday-Sunday, Nov. 27-Dec. 1. CenterTix box office will be open 2 hours before each performance. See you at the theatre!