THE BROWN-FORMAN NUTCRACKER
December 12-22, 2025 | Whitney Hall, The Kentucky Center

Choreography by Val Caniparoli | Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | Magic + illusion design by Marshall Magoon

Join Marie and her valiant Nutcracker prince on a magical journey to the land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. With world-class choreography, sets, and costumes crafted for Kentucky, The Brown-Forman Nutcracker is a must-see local tradition.

 

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Single tickets will go on sale this summer. 

 

PERFORMANCE TIMES:

Friday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 13 at 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 14 at 1:30 p.m.
Friday, December 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 20 at 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 21 at 1:30 p.m.

Additional showtimes and information on the Sensory Friendly and No Shush performances coming soon. 

PLAN YOUR VISIT

WHAT TO EXPECT + TICKET FAQ

We’re excited for you to join us! If it’s your first time attending a ballet, we’ve got you covered. CLICK HERE to visit our FAQ page to find out what to wear, where to park, what to expect as a patron, and more.

We offer both physical tickets at Will Call and convenient digital tickets available on desktop and mobile that can be added to your Apple Wallet. Learn more about digital tickets here, including complete instructions and frequently asked questions.

*Note: to use digital tickets, please create a Louisville Ballet account before checking out. 

Follow these links to find our more information about Nutcracker Family Storytime, our Sensory Friendly Performance, and Student Matinees.