The Nutcracker

Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker

Perfect for all ages!

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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. The Oakland Symphony along with the Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir bring Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score to life. Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker will be the highlight of your holiday season!

Dancer performing a leap in an orange and red costume

– Performance Dates –

Stay tuned for 2025 Dates!

*Notice: Tickets for The Nutcracker 2024 are sold via Ticketmaster. Be aware of ticket resellers. Please purchase tickets only from this website and not through other resellers. We give you the most current discounted prices available through here.*

Paramount Theatre, Oakland

2025 Broadway, Oakland

Click here for more information on the Paramount Theatre

Paramount box office number 510-465-6400.

Other questions: please email info@oaklandballet.org or call 510-893-3132.

For The Nutcracker Student Matinee, Click Here.

Interested in volunteering for The Nutcracker? Email info@oaklandballet.org for information.

Dancers cross leg in front with hands on hips while looking to the right

Sweet Dreams Party

Enhance your Nutcracker experience by adding on a ticket to the Sweet Dreams Party where you will meet the cast and characters of The Nutcracker, pose for photographs, collect autographs, and enjoy treats and refreshments.

Stay tuned for 2025 Dates!

This event is family friendly. All ages require a ticket, and you must have an accompanying ticket to the performance of Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker.

Email info@oaklandballet.org for information and to purchase tickets.

Thank you to our 2024 Nutcracker Sponsor!

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