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Alberta Ballet's The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

  • 7:30pm
  • 2:00pm
  • 7:30pm
  • 2:00pm
  • Calgary
  • Edmund Stripe
  • Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
  • 2 hrs (including intermission)
  • Royal Theatre

Alberta Ballet‘s version of this classic family favourite is a sumptuous feast for the eyes. Designed by Emmy Award-winner Zack Brown, the production is packed with surprises to delight young and old. Make this the year to bring your loved ones to the Royal Theatre for a magical experience they’ll remember for a lifetime.

Alberta Ballet is Canada’s third largest dance company and is in its 45th season. Alberta Ballet has developed a distinctive repertoire and performance quality that has brought it to the forefront of both its home and international stages. The Company of Alberta Ballet comprises 31 classically trained professional dancers from Australia, Canada, England, France, Japan, Italy, Korea, Cuba and the United States.

“Triumphant from start to finish!”

TIMES COLONIST

[S]parkles like a Fabergé egg.

VANCOUVER SUN
Nutcracker by Alberta Ballet. Photo: Darren Makoivichuk
The Nutcracker by Alberta Ballet. Dancer: Alexandra Pera and Company. Photo: Paul McGrath
The Nutcracker by Alberta Ballet
The Nutcracker by Alberta Ballet
The Nutcracker by Alberta Ballet. Dancer: Jen Gibson. Photo: Paul McGrath

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Don’t miss the Sugar Plum Parties in the lobby before every performance featuring Klara’s Closet, where boys and girls of all ages can play dressup with costumes from The Nutcracker.

Enjoy Storybook Corner, where the whole family can enjoy this timeless original tale. Our pre-show events begin about 45 minutes prior to curtain and are free to all ticket holders.