The Nutcracker
Dayton Performing Arts Alliance

The Nutcracker 

Dec 13 - Dec 22, 2024

Schuster Center

Description

Don’t miss the world premiere of the much-anticipated new production of Dayton’s most beloved holiday tradition, THE NUTCRACKER! From the creative minds of Artistic Director and choreographer Brandon Ragland, costume designer Lyn Baudendistel, and scenic designer Ray Zupp, the timeless story of Clara’s magical Christmastime journey returns to the stage, set to Tchaikovsky’s gorgeous score performed live by the Dayton Philharmonic.

Brandon Ragland, Choreographer
Dayton Ballet
Neal Gittleman, Conductor
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra

Age Recommendation

All audience members must have a ticket, regardless of age. For the consideration of all patrons, children on laps and/or babes in arms are not permitted at most Dayton Performing Arts Alliance presentations.

Accessibility

Sign interpretation and/or audio description available upon request. Please let the ticket agent know at least two weeks before the performance if you would like either of these services when you order your tickets from Dayton Live. Please understand that while we will make every effort to make reasonable accommodations, certain requests may not be able to be honored.

For detailed accessibility information, including seating, audio, and sign interpretation please visit our Accessibility page.

Parking

The Arts Garage, on the northwest corner of Second and Ludlow Streets, open for all performances at the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, and PNC Arts Annex. The Arts Garage is owned and operated by Dayton Live, so parking there actually helps support the arts venues used by all our great arts organizations. For more parking information, visit our Directions & Parking page.

Ticket Information

Dayton Live is the only outlet authorized to sell tickets to events at the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, PNC Arts Annex, and The Loft Theatre. For this event, Dayton Performing Arts Alliance has been authorized to sell tickets within the scope of Dayton Live’s ticketing processes and procedures. To learn more about Season Tickets, gift certificates, and Ticket Office hours, call 937-228-3630 or visit DaytonLive.org.

Health & Safety

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937-228-3630

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The Nutcracker
Dayton Ballet Dayton Performing Arts Alliance

Showtimes For The Nutcracker 

Day
Date
Time
Friday
Dec 13, 7:30PM
Friday
Dec 13
7:30PM
Saturday
Dec 14, 2:30PM
Saturday
Dec 14
2:30PM
Saturday
Dec 14, 7:30PM
Saturday
Dec 14
7:30PM
Sunday
Dec 15, 2:30PM
Sunday
Dec 15
2:30PM
Friday
Dec 20, 7:30PM
Friday
Dec 20
7:30PM
Saturday
Dec 21, 2:30PM
Saturday
Dec 21
2:30PM
Saturday
Dec 21, 7:30PM
Saturday
Dec 21
7:30PM
Sunday
Dec 22, 2:30PM
Sunday
Dec 22
2:30PM