EDUCATION: The Nutcracker

This performance is appropriate for all ages. All patrons, regardless of age, must purchase admission.

The New Paltz Ballet Theatre returns for its 30th season to present this classic holiday event featuring dancers from the New York City Ballet. Peter and Lisa Naumann, co-directors of the NPBT, have brought many fine regional artists together to create this beautiful production. Dancers, designers, and technicians have all contributed to make this Nutcracker a visual delight. Come along with Marie as she dreams of a fierce battle between giant mice and toy soldiers, followed by a magical journey through the Land of Snow to the Kingdom of Sweets.

Individual ticket buyers: Fill out the reservation form, and you will receive an email with payment instructions.

Schools: After filling out the reservation form, you will receive an invoice and confirmation by email. Please follow the payment guidelines and due dates. Changes to the number reserved or cancellations must be made in writing 45 days before the event. Payment is due 30 days before the event. No refunds or exchanges will be made after the 30-day deadline. The teacher or individual making the reservation is the contact person and is responsible for ensuring payment is made by the deadline. Buses will unload and load in front of the theater.

For more information, visit the School Residency Programs or contact Adelina Borman, Director of Education, at [email protected].

Snow date policy: A performance will be cancelled if a closing or delay affects the majority of schools scheduled to attend. All ticket-holders will be moved to the published snow date. Schools should make arrangements for published snow dates. If weather interferes, ticket-holders will be notified by email of any changes, which will also be posted on the website.

If a snow date is not scheduled and a performance is cancelled due to weather, organizers will first do their best to accommodate ticket-holders at another performance in the Daytime Series. If other performances are sold out and accommodation is not possible, payment will be returned.

Additional performances:
- Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026, at 12:00 pm at Bardavon
- Friday, Dec. 11, 2026, at 12:00 pm at Bardavon

There is no elevator at either theater. Call or email the box office to arrange ADA seating.