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Step into a breathtaking new vision of America’s Nutcracker! Experience towering puppets come to life. Witness the gargantuan Rat King making his debut, and snow falls from the sky in a larger-than-life Christmas fantasy for the whole family. Gather family and friends to make memories for a lifetime! Get your tickets now because these savings will disappear faster than a snowflake in July!
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Baltimore, MD
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center
410.837.7400
November 27th | 7:00PM
November 28th | 3:00PM
November 28th | 7:00PM
The Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore
Welcome to the home of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet in Baltimore! The Hippodrome Theatre, now a part of the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, which first opened its doors in 1914 as a movie palace. Vaudeville performances were held there, too, featuring such legends as Red Skelton and Benny Goodman. The building underwent renovations in the early 1960s, reopening with the regional premiere of the film Cleopatra. The theater was closed for a short time in the 1990s, as the venue’s popularity waned. Today, the Hippodrome has regained its popularity and regularly hosts a variety of events, from Broadway productions to concerts to comedy shows.
Groups Save 25% & No Ticketmaster fees!
Save Big – Enjoy discounts of up to 25% on groups of 10+ and avoid large ticketing fees.
Exclusive Experiences – Groups of 25+ are invited to a special Q&A session with a NUTCRACKER! soloist.
Perfect for Every Group – From Girl Scouts earning exclusive ballet patches to office parties in stunning theaters, your group will share in the wonder of this cherished tradition.
Partner Studio
Baltimore Partner Ballet Studio: Anna Apicella School of Dance
Nutcracker wouldn’t be Nutcracker without the local Children’s cast! Dancing along side the full international professional cast are local Baltimore children from Anna Apicella School of Dance. “Celebrating 48 years, dance for ages 2 years through adult classes in Ballet, Tap, Hip-hop, PreBallet and Creative movement for boys and girls with an annual recital every June. Small classes are taught by Ms. Anna Apicella. This small school provides exclusively individual attention and parents are always welcome to watch. This school specializes in giving all students a chance to shine!”
America's Favorite Holiday Tradition!
2026 Season
Make this the Christmas they’ll never forget with NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet. Experience the largest Nutcracker production in North America — a breathtaking holiday spectacle featuring world-class international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes, and towering puppets. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, this grand production transforms the stage into an unforgettable celebration of the season — one your family will treasure for years to come. Get tickets now!
