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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Friday, December 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 14 at 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 15 at 11 a.m. – Sensory Friendly
Sunday, December 15 at 3 p.m.
Thursday, December 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, December 20 at 1:30 p.m.
Friday, December 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 21 at 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 21 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 22 at 1:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Monday, December 23 at 1:30 p.m.-No Shush
Monday, December 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 24 at 1:30 p.m.
Whether you’re traveling from out of town or just want a cozy staycation, Downtown Louisville has plenty of lodging options near The Kentucky Center. CLICK HERE to save 20% on rooms through a special Nutcracker package with Whiskey Row hotels: Hotel Distil, Moxy, and Aloft.
Want to enhance the holiday magic? Join Wiltshire Pantry for a festive pre-show dinner benefitting Louisville Ballet. Click here to see the menu, dinner times, and make a reservation.
Stay tuned for information on Kentucky Performing Arts’ Chef Table dining experience at The Kentucky Center.
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.