THE NUTCRACKER
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 7:00PM
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 7:00PM
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2:00PM
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 7:00PM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1:00PM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 5:00PM
HOYT SHERMAN PLACE
Ballet Des Moines presents The Nutcracker at Hoyt Sherman Place. Set to the iconic Tchaikovsky score and featuring the Heartland Youth Choir, audiences of all ages will delight in this holiday tradition featuring Clara and her Nutcracker.
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NUTCRACKER SCHOOL SHOW
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For students of all ages, our Nutcracker Suite invites children to experience this classical ballet and its iconic characters during this 80-minute show. Join the professional dancers of Ballet Des Moines as they share the quintessential holiday tale of Clara and her beloved Nutcracker.
Financial Assistance
If cost is a barrier, please contact Beau Kenyon (beau@balletdesmoines.org) to explore scholarship opportunities from Ballet Des Moines.
NUTCRACKER TEA
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 11:00AM SEATING
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 3:15PM SEATING
This beloved, sell-out, tradition is the perfect opportunity to celebrate with family and friends, meet characters from The Nutcracker, and enjoy an elegant tea party with live holiday music in a beautiful fairytale setting at Hoyt Sherman Place.
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NUTCRACKER ON TOUR
BURLINGTON
Ballet Des Moines once again returns to Memorial Auditorium in Burlington, Iowa, for The Nutcracker. Check back for details later this fall.