Metropolitan Ballet Theatre has been presenting the full-length traditional staging of The Nutcracker since 1989.  Year after year audiences are enchanted by MBT’s performances which feature student and professional dancers, fabulous costumes, and beautiful scenery – including a Christmas tree that seemingly grows forever, magical dancing dolls, marching toy soldiers, giant mice, a dazzling blizzard with dancing snowflakes and a land of luscious sweets.

“Breathtaking, fascinating, and thought-provoking, The Metropolitan Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker was a joy from start to finish.” -DC Metro Theater Arts.

Theater information:

-All tickets are general admission.

-The lobby opens one hour prior to performance time.

-The theater doors open 30 minutes prior to performance time.

-No food or drink is permitted into the theater, but refreshments are permitted in the lobby.

-Every person (including infants) must have a ticket, per fire marshal regulations.

-Refreshments and small gifts are available for purchase in the lobby.

-Flowers for your favorite cast member are available for purchase in the lobby.

-There is plenty of room in the lobby if your child needs a little break from the performance.

-Seating for patrons with disabilities is available, please speak with an usher.

-Our production of The Nutcracker lasts approximately two hours with a 15-minute intermission.