
Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker
Tickets on sale September 2019.
Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 1 pm
Saturday, December 22, 2019 at 5 pm
Sunday, December 22, 2019 at 1 pm
The Paramount Theatre, Oakland
with the Oakland Symphony and Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir
The spirit of the holidays is brought to life with beautiful dancing, magnificent scenery and imaginative costumes. Cheer on Marie and her soldiers as she rescues the Nutcracker Prince from the evil Rat King and then soar with our dancing snowflakes to the Land of Sweets where luscious treats await. With the Oakland Symphony along with the Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir bringing Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score to life – Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker will be highlight of your holiday season!
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Make your holidays extra special. Celebrate the season with Oakland Ballet at one of our special Nutcracker season events!
Encore Reception
Celebrate opening night of The Nutcracker! Mingle with the Oakland Ballet dancers and Artistic Director Graham Lustig. Enjoy champagne and holiday treats from local restaurants. (A separate ticket is required to attend the Nutcracker performance.)
December 22, 7:00 pm (following the 5:00 pm performance)
Sweet Dreams Parties
Meet your favorite characters from Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker while you enjoy enticing refreshments straight from the Land of the Sweets. Bring your camera for pictures with the Sugarplum Fairy and her Nutcracker friends. (A separate ticket is required to attend the Nutcracker performance.)
December 22, 3:00 pm (following the 1:00 pm performance)
December 22, 3:00 pm (following the 1:00 pm performance)
HOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS:
Please call 1-800-745-3000. Service charges vary according to event.
PERFORMANCE INFORMATION:
Running time is approximately 2 hours, including intermission.
Doors open 60 minutes before show time.
Ages 2 and under require a ticket.