A HOLIDAY CLASSIC FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.

THE NUTCRACKER | December 13-22, 2024 (TICKETS ON SALE SOON)
San Diego Civic Theatre

WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA FROM THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY

Golden State Ballet presents THE NUTCRACKER at the Civic Theatre, choreographed by Artistic Director Raul Salamanca! Dazzling scenery and costumes set the stage for beautiful choreography telling the beloved holiday tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince, all danced to live music from musicians of the renowned San Diego Symphony, playing Tchaikovsky’s classic score. The magic returns for San Diego’s favorite Nutcracker!

Run time: 2 hours 10 minutes, including one intermission.

TICKETS: $25 - $139

Here’s how to buy your Nutcracker tickets:

A) Email boxoffice@goldenstateballet.org

B) Through Ticketmaster - their additional per-ticket service fees will apply.

C) In person at the Civic Theatre box office, which opens 2 1/2 hours before Civic Theatre events.

*Please note that a non-waivable $3.50 theatre restoration fee is added to the cost of Nutcracker tickets via every sales channel.

PERFORMANCE DATES 2024
Friday, December 13 at 7:30pm
Saturday, December 14 at 2:30pm
Saturday, December 14 at 7:30pm
Sunday, December 15 at 1:00pm
Friday, December 20 at 7:30pm
Saturday, December 21 at 2:30pm
Saturday, December 21 at 7:30pm
Sunday, December 22 at 1:00pm
Sunday, December 22 at 5:30pm

Children must be at least 4 years old to attend performances. For the following performances only, we welcome children as young as 3 years old:
Sat, Dec 14 at 2:30pm
Sun, Dec 15 at 1:00pm
Sat, Dec 21 at 2:30pm
Sun, Dec 22 at 1:00pm

Accessibility is a priority. Wheelchair and handicap services are available. Learn more here.

Please note: 

• Refunds and exchanges are not available for Nutcracker ticket purchases. 

• Metal detectors will be used for all performances. 

• Please arrive early for your selected performance to allow extra time to go through metal detectors and find your seat comfortably.

• Limited late seating.

MUSIC
Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
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SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
conducted by John Stubbs
Music Director & Principal Conductor
and Dana Zimbric, Conductor

VENUE
THE CIVIC THEATRE
San Diego, California

SEASON SPONSOR
San Diego Theatres
The Hermann Foundation