Dec. 14-16, 21-23: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker
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Leslie S. Wright Fine Arts Center 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, Alabama
The Alabama Ballet is one of only seven dance companies around the world granted permission to present this traditional holiday classic due to strict choreography, costume and set specifications. Balanchine’s version of The Nutcracker is a holiday tradition for many.
Before each performance and during intermission, a Nutcracker Boutique will be open in the lower lobby of the Wright Center. Popular nutcracker gifts and collectables will be available for purchase.
Show times include December 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 7:30 p.m. and December 15, 16, 22 and 23 at 2:30 p.m.
Public tickets range from $35-$55. Children and student tickets will be $20.