The Nutcracker

Date Dec 08 - 24, 2023

Approx. 120 minutes including one 20 minute intermission
Subject to change at artist’s discretion.

Performance Information

Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Choreography by James Canfield

NBT’s The Nutcracker is a magical journey through a larger-than-life world filled with waltzing flowers, nimble fairies and moonlit snow. Choreographed by James Canfield, Las Vegas’ favorite holiday tradition is filled with glittering holiday cheer as Clara and her handsome Prince travel from the warmth of her family home to a land of toy soldiers, mischievous rodents and exotic visitors from faraway lands. Happy Holidays indeed!

Know Before You Go: This show's special effects include; fog, haze, pyrotechnics, cannon blast, and streamer cannon.

Attendees Under 18: Children aged 5 and up with a ticket can attend performances at The Smith Center. Based on content, children ages 3+ are allowed for this performance only. All patrons must have their own ticket, regardless of age (no babies held in arms or children sitting on laps).

This production has ended.

Additional Performance Information

: Friday, December 8 at 7:30PM
Saturday, December 9 at 2:00PM and 7:30PM
Sunday, December 10 at 2:00PM
: Friday, December 15 at 7:30PM
Saturday, December 16 at 2:00PM and 7:30PM
Sunday, December 17 at 2:00PM
Wednesday, December 20 at 7:30PM
Thursday, December 21 at 7:30PM
Friday, December 22 at 7:30PM
Saturday, December 23 at 2:00PM and 7:30PM
Sunday, December 24 at 2:00PM

Program Notes

Photo and Video Gallery

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“The most visually beautiful production ever staged in Reynolds Hall.”

– Las Vegas Sun

“Winter’s most festive spectacle!”

– Dujour Magazine

Your Visit

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All patrons must have a ticket, regardless of age. No babes in arms. Children 3 and older that have a ticket are welcome to attend performances of The Nutcracker. The Smith Center provides age recommendations for children, based on show content, though you know what is most appropriate for your children. Please refer to the individual event page for recommendations per performance.
Patrons aged 16 or older may attend the performance without an accompanying adult with their parent’s or guardian’s permission.

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