12/05 Cary Ballet presents The Nutcracker at Martin Marietta for the Performing Arts

Cary Ballet Company presents The Nutcracker, the beloved holiday classic set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score. Follow young Clara and her valiant Nutcracker Prince from a festive family party into a magical dreamworld, where they battle the mischievous Mouse Queen. Journey with them through sparkling Snow to Cary’s enchanting Land of Sweets, where the Sugarplum Fairy and her dazzling international friends await. A hometown holiday tradition—magical, memorable, and not to be missed!

Cary Ballet Company's The Nutcracker will perform the traditional full length as well as our popular, one hour narrated mini shows of The Nutcracker Suite. We offer a Sensory Friendly performance of our The Nutcracker Suite with modifications. The Town of Cary in collaboration with Cary Ballet Company will also offer a Nutcracker Tea with Cary Ballet Company. Please see below for all of the show times and details.

Performances:
The Nutcracker Suite at 11AM
Experience The Nutcracker Suite—a one-hour narrated matinee designed as a perfect introduction for kids of all ages. The program begins with a bare stage and a mini class, then invites the audience to watch the magic unfold as lights, music, props, and dancers transform the stage performing excerpts from The Nutcracker. See firsthand how this beloved ballet comes to life, from studio to stage!

The Nutcracker at 1:30PM and 5:30PM
Traditional full length Nutcracker ballet

Opening Night Diamond Reception add-on option available. Join us in celebrating the Opening Night of The Nutcracker, more details on the website.