THE NUTCRACKER – A TALE FROM THE BAYOU
“The crown jewel of the holiday season.” – The Advocate
December 14 – 15, 2024 / 2:00 and 6:00 p.m. each day
Baton Rouge River Center Theatre
Tickets: $35 – $90 (plus fees)
The nationally-acclaimed holiday classic The Nutcracker – A Tale From the Bayou continues under new artistic direction of Rebecca Mathews Acosta and Jonna Cox. The annual holiday production, created by Sharon Mathews and Molly Buchmann in 1992, delights audiences every year with beautiful dancing, lush sets, and the live accompaniment of the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra conducted by David Torns. BRBT has more than 200 local student dancers from several parishes along with professional guest artists Lindsey Donnell and Elias Re from the renowned Dance Theatre of Harlem!
Different Ways to Purchase Tickets
Four ways to buy
- online at Ticketmaster.com
- call BRBT office 225-766-8379
- in person at River Center Box Office
- as part of a cost-saving season ticket package (More info here!)
The Nutcracker – A Tale from the Bayou is best enjoyed by children over the age of three. All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket to attend performances. Please be aware that this show contains occasional pyrotechnics effects that may be considered alarming to those sensitive to loud sounds. Also, please be informed of the River Center’s clear bag (see above) and cashless policies. Only credit cards will be accepted for all parking and onsite purchases.