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The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 27, 2026
  • Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
  • Benedum Center
PBT Connects: Enhance your theater experience with this series of engaging pre- and post-performance events that offer behind-the-scenes insights, artistic conversations and fun, interactive experiences for audiences of all ages.

Enhance your theater experience with this series of engaging pre- and post-performance events that offer behind-the-scenes insights, artistic conversations and fun, interactive experiences for audiences of all ages. All events take place in the theater unless otherwise noted.

Opening Night Preview

Hear from choreographers, stagers and members of the artistic team as they share unique insights before the curtain rises.

Curtain Up!

Discover the story, choreography and artistic elements that bring each production to life.

Family Workshop

Perfect for young audiences! Explore the ballet’s story, get an up-close look at costumes and learn a dance inspired by the production. (Multipurpose Room, 2nd Floor.) Register here for December 5th and here for December 19th. 

Tea with the AD

Enjoy an informal conversation with Artistic Director Adam W. McKinney before the performance.

Artist Q&A

Stay after the performance to hear from PBT artists and ask your questions about the ballet and their experience on stage.

Live Audio Description

Audio-described performances are offered for patrons with blindness or low vision, or anyone interested in listening to a live narration of the production.

 

Celebrate a grand finale.

Terrence S. Orr’s beloved The Nutcracker returns for its final year, inviting Pittsburgh audiences to gather around this treasured holiday tradition one more time. As we prepare for an all-new production in 2027, PBT honors a sparkling and magical world that has lived in the city’s heart for more than twenty years.

Concept and Choreography: Terrence S. Orr - Music: P.I. Tchaikovsky

Run Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes with 1 intermission
Child Policy

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Note: All services may not be available at all performances. Click the link above for accessible performance schedule or contact customer service for further assistance.