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The University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) production of “The Nutcracker”is an eagerly anticipated Winston-Salem holiday tradition. This professional-caliber production of Tchaikovsky’s world-famous “The Nutcracker” ballet draws around 10,000 people to the streets of downtown and to UNCSA’s Stevens Center during its ten-show run.
A First-Rate Production
Stunning sets, exquisite costumes, phenomenal dancing and special effects make this a top-notch production and a favorite of families and lovers of the arts. Audiences are dazzled by falling snow, rolling fog, and an enormous expanding fiber optic Christmas tree.
UNCSA’s production is the only “The Nutcracker” performance in the Triad to be accompanied by a live orchestra. Jared Redick, Assistant Dean of Ballet at UNCSA School of Dance, will serve as the production’s Director and the performance will be conducted by Karin Hendrickson.
Kick-off Event
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, from 10am-noon, a FREE kick-off event for the performance ticket sales will be held at the Stevens Center featuring children’s activities, crafts, face painting and photo opportunities with characters from “The Nutcracker.” During the event, tickets may be purchased at a discount. The first 25 ticket buyers will receive a prize. One lucky winner will win a backstage tour on the evening of their chosen performance.
Performance Dates
Join the Nutcracker Prince, Clara, the Mouse King and the Sugar Plum Fairy for this holiday classic! The performance schedule for the UNCSA production of “The Nutcracker” is: December 13-22, 2019.
- Noon show: December 14
- 2pm shows: December 15, 21, 22
- 5:30pm show: December 14
- 7:30pm shows: December 13, 18, 19, 20, 21
Ticket Prices
Ticket prices (not including the pre-sale discount) are available in a wide selection of prices and locations:
- Orchestra: $29.79 – $74.75
- Balcony: $19.48 – $44.78
- Family 4-Pack (December 19 & 20 only; 2 adults+2 kids 13 or younger):
- Orchestra Side/Front Balcony (Yellow seats on map): $148 (+$10 online fee) – use promo code supersaver148
- Middle Balcony (Light Blue seats): 110 (+$10 online fee) – use promo code supersaver110
Information
For more information visit www.uncsa.edu/nutcracker or call the Box Office at 336-721-1945.
Location
UNCSA’s Stevens Center
405 W. Fourth Street
Downtown Winston-Salem, NC 27101
What do you love most about this holiday tradition?
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Tickets are very expensive for elderly adults who wish to experience “The Nutcracker,” this may have been there once in a life time experience!
Hi D. Clline,
It is indeed a very elaborate production, with a large behind the scenes staff and production and costume costs, I’m sure. I can tell you it is absolutely stunning and a national-level caliber production in quality. Be sure to share your thoughts with UNCSA as well.