Ballet Theatre Company Presents: The Nutcracker

Ballet Theatre Company is thrilled to return to The Bushnell with a refreshed version of a beloved holiday classic.
In an effort to address the lingering cultural appropriation in the 130-year-old ballet, Dattellas has reimagined a new, vibrant, and cheeky Act II featuring magical treat-foods that would wow a 19th-Century young lady in a dreamscape and will delight modern audiences. To make the vision come to life for audiences, Lead Costume Designer Pat Nurnberger will design and hand-sew over seventy costumes to pair with Dattellas’ fresh, original choreography.
BTC is ecstatic to welcome Lauren Lovette, former principal with the NYCB as she returns to perform for a second year as the dazzling Sugar Plum Fairy.
SENSORY-FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE | 11:00AM
The 11:00am performance is a Sensory-Friendly performance. | Location: Belding Theater
► Please use the code SENSORY when purchasing online or via The Bushnell Box Office.
Purchase tickets to the 11:00am Sensory-Friendly performance - use code SENSORY.
About Sensory-Friendly Performances at The Bushnell
Sensory-friendly performances are designed to create a performing arts experience that is welcoming to all families and friends with children or adults on the autism spectrum or with other sensitivity issues.
Slight adjustments to the production are made and accommodations for these performances will include:
• Lower sound level, especially for startling or loud sounds;
• Lights remain on at a low level in the theater during the performance;
• A reduction of strobe lighting or lighting focused on the audience;
• Patrons are free to talk and leave their seats during the performance;
• Designated quiet areas within the theater lobby spaces, staffed with autism specialists;
• Space throughout the theater for standing and movement;
• Limited crowds and visitors at The Bushnell during the day and timing of the performance; and
• Bushnell staff and volunteers are trained to be inviting and accommodating to families' needs.

BTC’s The Nutcracker, will take place November 26 and 27, 2022, with a total of four public performances, including one sensory-friendly performance open to the public for people of all ages. With nearly sold out performances in BTC’s inaugural year at The Bushnell, Dattellas’s production has quickly become a local favorite, so don’t hesitate to purchase your tickets!