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Play “The Nutcracker”

Published: November 22, 2024; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

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The beloved holiday ballet returns to the Winter Garden at Brookfield Place!

Experience four ticketed performances of The Nutcracker set to Tchaikovsky’s cherished score in Art Nouveau-style circa 1907 with innovative choreography by long-time New York Theatre Ballet choreographer, Keith Michael.

Advanced registration is required to attend the performances. Capacity permitting, walk-ins may be accommodated according to the check-in schedule below.

Presented by New York Theatre Ballet and Brookfield Properties Arts & Events.

The performance schedule:

Friday, November 22 at 7:00 PM

Saturday, November 23 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM

Sunday, November 24 at 1:00 PM

Important information:

• As a reminder, advanced registration is required to attend the performances.
• Tickets are limited. You may only register for one performance.
• You must check in with your full party. Partial parties will not be admitted.

1:00 PM performances:

• Check-in is located at 230 Vesey Street between Theory and Michael Kors.
• 12:00 PM: Check-in opens
• 12:30 PM: To guarantee admission with a reserved ticket, attendees must check in by 12:30 PM
• The seating area will be closed once capacity is reached.

7:00 PM performances:

• Check-in is located at 230 Vesey Street between Theory and Michael Kors.
• 6:00 PM: Check-in opens
• 6:30 PM: To guarantee admission with a reserved ticket, attendees must check in by 6:30 PM
• The seating area will be closed once capacity is reached.

Seating:

• Ticketed seating is first-come, first-served with advanced registration.
• Attendees will not be admitted to their seats until check-in has opened.
• Attendees will either be seated in provided chairs or on the Winter Garden stairs. A ticket does not guarantee a chair.
• Should an attendee require ADA seating, please contact brookfieldplaceticketing@gmail.com. ADA seating will not be released to guests without ADA needs. ADA seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Pets are not permitted within the performance area. However, service animals will be permitted access with their handler.

Stroller parking:

There are two self-serve stroller parking locations near Salvatore Ferragamo and Le District.

• Stroller Parking areas are NOT viewing areas, and designated for stroller storage only.
• Children may not be left unattended in a stroller.

About New York Theatre Ballet:

New York Theatre Ballet’s mission is to perform small classic masterpieces and new contemporary works for adults and innovate hour-long ballets for young children, all at affordable prices. Founded in 1978 by Artistic Director Diana Byer, NYTB has earned national acclaim, and their hour-long Nutcracker is a beloved part of the Brookfield Place holiday season.

Time:

• November 22, 7:00 PM
• November 23, 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM
• November 24, 1:00 PM

Free!

Detailed information and discussion of the event.