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The Washington Ballet: The Nutcracker
- see all dates
Except December 6, 2023.
Also on December 19, 2023; December 26, 2023.
This classic ballet has a historic twist this holiday season in one of DC's most iconic theaters, the Warner Theatre. The Washington Ballet's adaptation is set in 1882 Georgetown, with characters that include George Washington, Harriet Tubman, King George III, and others.
On Saturday, November 25 and Sunday, November 26, The Washington Ballet will present The Nutcracker at THEARC. Visit the website for complete details.
The show runs approximately two hours, with one intermission. Special showtimes and events are as follows:
The Nutcracker Tea Party: Sunday, December 4, 2023 after the 1pm show
Military Appreciation Night: Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 7pm
Family Day: Saturday, December 10, 2023 at 7pm
Check out our full list of The Nutcracker Ballet and Other Holiday Shows in DC!