San Francisco Ballet presents Nutcracker
Sometimes, a gift isn’t just a gift. It’s a key to a new world. A young heroine. A Nutcracker-turned-prince. The small but mighty army of mice. The beautiful conclusion of a sugar plum celebration. It’s a story so good, it bears retelling again and again.
All the characters you know, and love are back for another thrilling performance of San Francisco Ballet’s Nutcracker. Enjoy exquisite dancing, stunning sets and Tchaikovsky’s popular score played live by the Grammy award-winning San Francisco Orchestra.
Don’t miss out on the must-see show of the holiday season. Grab your tickets and reserve the edge of your seat today.
AN INCLUSIVE NUTCRACKER
San Francisco Ballet presented its first ever Sensory Friendly Performance on December 21, 2022, to a nearly sold-out crowd of 2,200 people in the Opera House.
December 8–27, 2022
COMPOSER
Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
CHOREOGRAPHER
Helgi Tomasson
Runtime: 2 hours with one intermission.
Children under age 3, including babes in arms, will not be admitted inside the auditorium. Everyone entering the Opera House, regardless of age, must have a ticket, and children must occupy their assigned seat next to an accompanying adult.
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Scenic Design: Michael Yeargan
Costume Design: Martin Pakledinaz
Lighting Design: James F. Ingalls
Projection Design: Wendall K. Harrington
The 2004 premiere of Helgi Tomasson’s Nutcracker was made possible by Lead Sponsors The Herbert Family and The Swanson Foundation, and Sponsors Yurie and Carl Pascarella, Kathleen Scutchfield, and The Smelick Family.