A HOLIDAY CLASSIC FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.

PERFORMANCE DATES

Friday, December 12 at 7:30pm
Saturday, December 13 at 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 14 at 1pm
Friday, December 19 at 7:30pm
Saturday, December 20 at 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, December 21 at 1pm & 5:30pm

Recommended ages 3 and up. Show runs 2 hours and 10 minutes, with one intermission.

Golden State Ballet is delighted to offer three ways to secure your tickets to San Diego’s favorite holiday tradition:

• Online via GSB’s Box Office service

• Online via Ticketmaster

• In person at San Diego Civic Theatre, the day of the show

Don’t miss this premier ballet event—buy your tickets today! Learn more about our ticket policies here.

Accessibility is a priority. Wheelchair and handicap services are available. Learn more here.

Please note: 

• Refunds and exchanges are not available for Nutcracker ticket purchases.

• Metal detectors will be used for all performances. 

• Please arrive early for your selected performance to allow extra time to go through metal detectors and find your seat comfortably.

• Limited late seating.

The preferred method of ticket purchase for any GSB performance is always directly through GSB’s Box Office service. Proceeds from purchases made through the GSB Box Office directly support the dancers and staff of Golden State Ballet. Tickets sold via the GSB Box Office are not subject to additional processing or handling fees.

THE NUTCRACKER | December 12-21, 2025
San Diego Civic Theatre & San Diego Symphony

Golden State Ballet proudly presents THE NUTCRACKER at the Civic Theatre, featuring the marvelous choreography of Artistic Director, Raúl Salamanca! Step into a world of wonder as dazzling scenery and exquisite costumes bring Clara’s enchanting journey with her Nutcracker Prince to life. This beloved holiday tale is set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, performed live by the world-renowned San Diego Symphony. Prepare to be swept away by the magic of San Diego’s favorite holiday tradition—an experience you won’t want to miss!

Run time: 2 hours 10 minutes, including one intermission.

MUSIC
Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
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SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
conducted by John Stubbs,
Music Director & Principal Conductor
and Dana Zimbric, Conductor

VENUE
THE CIVIC THEATRE
San Diego, California

SEASON SPONSOR
San Diego Theatres
The Hermann Foundation