THE NUTCRACKER

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Adventure into the dreamlike world of Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium! Hailed as “equal parts smart and magical” (Milwaukee Magazine), this fantastical production invites you to let your imagination run free for the holidays.

As one of Milwaukee’s favorite holiday traditions, The Nutcracker guarantees an enchanting evening of festive fun for all ages. Nearly 200 dancers, including students of Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy, and live music by Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra will illuminate the incredible artistic talent found right here in our city.

Subscription Renewals are now open for current subscribers! New subscriptions will go on sale this spring, and single tickets will be available mid-July.

Show Dates & Tickets

This production will be performed at Marcus Performing Arts Center. Recommended for ages 4+.

Questions or need help? Contact the Box Office at 414.902.2103 between 10AM-6PM.

Saturday, December 6, 2025 - 7:30pm

Sunday, December 7, 2025 - 1:00pm

Thursday, December 11, 2025 - 6:00 pm - SENSORY-FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE

Friday, December 12, 2025 - 7:30pm 

Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2:00pm 

Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 7:30pm

Sunday, December 14, 2025 - 1:00pm

Friday, December 19, 2025 - 7:30pm 

Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 2:00pm 

Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 7:30pm 

Sunday, December 21, 2025 - 1:00pm

Sunday, December 21, 2025 - 6:30pm 

Monday, December 22, 2025 - 7:30pm

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 - 7:30pm

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 - 1:00pm

Friday, December 26. 2025 - 2:00 PM

Friday, December 26, 2025 - 7:30 PM

Production Trailer

"[Milwaukee Ballet's] status among the nation's top-tier ballet companies is firmly sealed with one of the grandest Nutcrackers of all"

- Chicago Tribune 2023

Student Matinees

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Milwaukee Ballet is proud to offer three discounted student matinee performances for The Nutcracker in the 2025/26 Season.

This opportunity is exclusively for public, private, and home-schooled student groups.

Sensory-Friendly Performance

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The 2025/26 Season will mark the 10th annual presentation of The Nutcracker Sensory-Friendly performance. This adapted performance is made for children, families, and individuals with autism or other sensory processing needs. A special meet-and-greet with characters before the performance is always a highlight!

Production Team

Audience Guide

Get to know the synopsis, characters, history, and fun facts of The Nutcracker before seeing it onstage this winter.

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