NASHVILLE, Tenn. – [Nashville Ballet](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/) announces that tickets are now on sale for Paul Vasterling’s [Nashville’s Nutcracker](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/nashvilles-nutcracker), returning to the Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s Jackson Hall this holiday season. The performances will begin on Friday, Dec. 6 and run through Thursday, Dec. 26.
Tickets for this highly anticipated event sell out quickly each year, so patrons are encouraged to secure their tickets as soon as possible. Prices for single tickets start at $45.
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Paul Vasterling’s [Nashville’s Nutcracker](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/nashvilles-nutcracker) offers a reimagined take on the classic tale, featuring live music by The Nashville Symphony. The production showcases Nashville Ballet company dancers, NB2 (Nashville Ballet’s Second Company), youth students from the School of [Nashville Ballet](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/), and select community partners.
Artistic Director and CEO Nick Mullikin expressed pride in continuing this cherished production. “This dynamic performance of dance will feature our company dancers, along with students from School of [Nashville Ballet](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/), that will surely dazzle audiences this Christmas,” Mullikin said.
Originally choreographed by Artistic Director Emeritus Paul Vasterling, the performance integrates elements of Nashville’s history and culture into the classic Christmas story. Audiences can look forward to the enchanting scenes of the Sugar Plum Fairy’s kingdom, the Mouse King’s battle, and Clara’s adventure with her Nutcracker Prince.
[Nashville’s Nutcracker](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/nashvilles-nutcracker) has been recognized with a 2020 Emmy Award-winning film and was named the best Dance Production of 2022 by Broadway World Nashville. This year’s production will again feature students from the School of [Nashville Ballet](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/) and, for the first time since 2019, members of the community. Auditions for community participants will be held on Sunday, Aug. 25, and Sunday, Sept. 8 at the Martin Center for [Nashville Ballet](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/). No prior dance experience is required. For more information on auditions, email youthcast@nashvilleballet.com.
In addition to [Nashville’s Nutcracker](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/nashvilles-nutcracker), the Nashville Ballet’s upcoming season features Paul Vasterling’s productions of [Dracula](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/dracula) with George Balanchine’s Serenade, and [The Sleeping Beauty](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/the-sleeping-beauty). Various [season ticket packages](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/24-25-season-packages) are available, starting at $112, and include options for date nights or family outings.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit [Nashville Ballet](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/) or call 615-297-2966 ext. 710.
ABOUT NASHVILLE BALLET:
[Nashville Ballet](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/), Tennessee’s largest professional ballet company, presents a diverse repertoire of classical and contemporary works. Each year, the ballet provides over 55,000 arts experiences through its performances and Community Engagement programming. The School of [Nashville Ballet](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/) offers dance training for students aged two and up.
For more information, visit [Nashville Ballet](https://www.nashvilleballet.com/).
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