The Nutcracker presented by Ballet Chelsea & the Jackson Symphony Orchestra
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BALLET AND ORCHESTRA
LIVE FAMILY FRIENDLY ENTERTAINMENT
Ballet Chelsea proudly presents its annual performance of The Nutcracker, a Christmas Eve tale about a young girl named Clara, and her magical journey to the enchanted Kingdom of Sweets. The Ballet Chelsea company artists and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra musicians will come together once again to present this annual full-length, narrated ballet. This year also features the Northwest High School choirs and Jackson College Vocal Point.
DECEMBER 11, 2026 AT 7:00PM
DECEMBER 12, 2026 AT 2:00PM & 7:00PM
DECEMBER 13, 2026 AT 2:00PM
VENUE: Potter Center, 2111 Emmons Rd. 49201 (Jackson College)
CONCERT RUNTIME: 2 hrs + Intermission
TICKETS ON SALE: July 1, 2026
Buy tickets online: https://www.jacksonsymphony.org/concerts-and-events/nutcracker-2026/
*link for purchasing will become available July 1.
Or buy in person/phone at:
JSO Box Office
215 W. Michigan Ave.
Jackson, MI 49203
(517) 782-3221
SUGAR PLUM TEA
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2026 @12:00 PM
Ballet Chelsea and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra invite kids and parents of all ages to the Sugar Plum Tea before the Sunday matinee performance of The Nutcracker. Enjoy a catered tea party with a character meet & greet, fun crafts, treats from the “Land of the Sweets,” watching company class onstage & more! Space is limited.
Located at the Potter Center prior to Sunday's matinee.
Accessibility & Parking Information
Marked accessible parking spaces are located at the front of the main lot, though please note there is still a short walk to the entrance and valet parking is not available. Inside, elevators are located down the hallway at the back of the lobby to take you to the main floor (Floor 2/Mezzanine). Please note that the elevator does not go to the balcony; if you cannot easily climb stairs, please book main floor seats. For those who want to avoid stairs entirely, the back rows of the main floor require the fewest steps, while our lower walkways feature steps with handrails leading toward the stage. We offer designated wheelchair spaces (open areas) and adjacent companion seats (with chairs) located in the back row and four rows from the front near the side entrance.
⚠️ CRITICAL SEATING NOTICE: Accessible and companion seats must be reserved and purchased in advance just like regular tickets. If you or anyone in your party has mobility issues, we highly encourage you to call the Box Office directly to book your tickets. It is much easier for us to accommodate your specific needs over the phone in advance than it is to fix a misunderstanding in person right before the show, as we can only swap you to unsold seats. Our staff are here to help, so please don't hesitate to call the Box Office with any questions, so we can get you the perfect seat!
BALLET AND ORCHESTRA
LIVE FAMILY FRIENDLY ENTERTAINMENT
Ballet Chelsea proudly presents its annual performance of The Nutcracker, a Christmas Eve tale about a young girl named Clara, and her magical journey to the enchanted Kingdom of Sweets. The Ballet Chelsea company artists and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra musicians will come together once again to present this annual full-length, narrated ballet. This year also features the Northwest High School choirs and Jackson College Vocal Point.
DECEMBER 11, 2026 AT 7:00PM
DECEMBER 12, 2026 AT 2:00PM & 7:00PM
DECEMBER 13, 2026 AT 2:00PM
VENUE: Potter Center, 2111 Emmons Rd. 49201 (Jackson College)
CONCERT RUNTIME: 2 hrs + Intermission
TICKETS ON SALE: July 1, 2026
Buy tickets online: https://www.jacksonsymphony.org/concerts-and-events/nutcracker-2026/
*link for purchasing will become available July 1.
Or buy in person/phone at:
JSO Box Office
215 W. Michigan Ave.
Jackson, MI 49203
(517) 782-3221
SUGAR PLUM TEA
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2026 @12:00 PM
Ballet Chelsea and the Jackson Symphony Orchestra invite kids and parents of all ages to the Sugar Plum Tea before the Sunday matinee performance of The Nutcracker. Enjoy a catered tea party with a character meet & greet, fun crafts, treats from the “Land of the Sweets,” watching company class onstage & more! Space is limited.
Located at the Potter Center prior to Sunday's matinee.
Accessibility & Parking Information
Marked accessible parking spaces are located at the front of the main lot, though please note there is still a short walk to the entrance and valet parking is not available. Inside, elevators are located down the hallway at the back of the lobby to take you to the main floor (Floor 2/Mezzanine). Please note that the elevator does not go to the balcony; if you cannot easily climb stairs, please book main floor seats. For those who want to avoid stairs entirely, the back rows of the main floor require the fewest steps, while our lower walkways feature steps with handrails leading toward the stage. We offer designated wheelchair spaces (open areas) and adjacent companion seats (with chairs) located in the back row and four rows from the front near the side entrance.
⚠️ CRITICAL SEATING NOTICE: Accessible and companion seats must be reserved and purchased in advance just like regular tickets. If you or anyone in your party has mobility issues, we highly encourage you to call the Box Office directly to book your tickets. It is much easier for us to accommodate your specific needs over the phone in advance than it is to fix a misunderstanding in person right before the show, as we can only swap you to unsold seats. Our staff are here to help, so please don't hesitate to call the Box Office with any questions, so we can get you the perfect seat!
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Where is it happening?
Potter Center at Jackson College, 6813 Browns Lake Rd, Jackson, MI 49201-8380, United States
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