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2024 Nutcracker Behind the Scenes

Nutcracker Behind the Scenes Educational Program 

This interactive program is geared for children 12 years and under and is held at the theater prior to the weekend matinees. Children are invited to watch our dancers participate in class and in an onstage rehearsal.  

Girl Scouts can use this program towards earning their Nutcracker Patch.* 

Program includes: 

  • Learning about dance and theatre production, ballet steps, and ballet terminology 
  • Watch a real class onstage
  • Backstage tour
  • See pointe shoes and costumes close up 
  • Ask questions about dancing and the theatrical process 
  • Earn your Nutcracker Patch!* 

Saturday, Nov 23 from 11:15 am - 12:30 pm
Sunday, Nov 24 from 11:15 am - 12:30 pm

(A full-length Nutcracker performance follows each program, but is not included in the progam fee. Tickets must be purchased separately. Groups of 10 or more receive a 10% group discount.)

$12 per child, one adult is free with purchase of child ticket

*BalletNova does not administer or present the Nutcracker Patch.  Please see your Scout Leader for patch requirements.