American Repertory Ballet presents The Nutcracker - Ballet Performance

✨ Event Description The American Repertory Ballet is putting on The Nutcracker ballet at the McCarter Theatre Center’s Matthews Theatre in Princeton, NJ on November 27, 2026. This family-friendly ballet performance features both professional artists and students from the Princeton Ballet School dancing to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score. The 7:00 PM show runs until about 10:00 PM, and tickets cost between $52 and $82.

🔍 What to Expect

• 🩰 Classic ballet: Watch The Nutcracker performed by the American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School students.
• 🎶 Iconic music: Enjoy Tchaikovsky’s famous score that sets the holiday mood.
• 🍪 Cookies and cocoa: There’s a pre-show event on November 28 that needs a separate ticket.
• 🏛️ Venue: The performance takes place at McCarter Theatre Center’s Matthews Theatre in Princeton.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family friendly: Recommended for all ages, with kids 12 and under needing an adult.
• ♿ ADA accessible: The venue supports accessibility for guests with disabilities.
• 👶 Babies under 1 year can sit on laps for free but need a reservation.
• 🎟️ Tickets: Prices range from $52 to $82, and the show isn’t sold out yet.

ℹ️ Good to Know Babies under 1 year sit free on laps but require a reservation. Guests 12 and under must be with an adult. The 7:00 PM show is confirmed; the 2:00 PM time is provisional and not confirmed.