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Bring the people you love together with NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet. Share the joy and make holiday memories they will treasure forever.

Experience the thrill of world-class international dancers, breathtaking acrobatics, towering puppets, and the larger-than-life Rat King—all set to Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable music. It’s the kind of night that brings the family together and makes Christmas truly special.

Because some of the best gifts are the moments we spend together.

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Lexington, KY

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

University of Kentucky Singletary Center for the Arts

859.257.4929

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Group Tickets

November 7th | 3:00 PM

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Otis A. Singletary Center for the Arts at the University of Kentucky In Lexington

Partner Studio

Lexington Partner Ballet Studio: Envision Dance Company

Our local children’s cast is at the heart of every NUTCRACKER! performance. This season, young dancers from Envision Dance Company will represent the Lexington community onstage alongside our international company of professional artists.

“Welcome to Envision Dance Company

We offer all different styles of dancing. Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Lyrical, Modern, Hip-Hop, and much more. Envision Dance Company is designed for girls and boys of ages 2 1/2 to 18 years old. Addition setup for Adult workout classes. If you never dance before, we will teach you!”

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FAQ For Friends and Family Tickets

Do we get special seats this year?

Seats have been held for the Friends and Family of children in the show. Your ticket orders will be pulled from those areas.

How should we buy those tickets?

After the local audition, Friends and Family will receive an email with a special link for the show. This year, please buy directly online with the special link sent to you.

After I buy, when will we get the tickets?

As in past years, this process can take a bit of time. It can take up to a month, but don’t worry because those tickets are held just for you! If you have questions, please email [email protected] and our team will assist you.

Can I give my friends this special link?

Yes! you may share that link with anyone who wants to see your child dance!

Do we get a discount like in past years?

Yes! There is a 23% discount built into your special link!

I’m not sure what performance time my child will be cast in. Can I buy the tickets now and get moved to another show if needed?

Please wait to purchase until you know which showtime your child will perform. We cannot move seats once they have been confirmed.

Groups Save 23% & No Ticketing fees!

Save Big – Enjoy discounts of up to 23% 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.

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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!

“What a magnificent show! We’ve attended several different performances of the nutcracker in the past. This show puts all of them to shame! We plan on making this a regular holiday event for our family! Thank you for such a great holiday experience!!”

“Loved the nutcracker production. Costumes were beautiful and dancers as usual did not disappoint. Great family holiday experience”

“Commitment to the theme of Love and Peace”
CNN News

“Technically supreme dancing, dazzling... authentically opulent...”
Calgary Herald

“Technical prowess was…truly “great”...whimsical sets and giant animal stick puppets and colorful costumes… stellar Arabian Variation… breathtaking!”
Cleveland Plain Dealer, 2014