George Balanchine's The Nutcracker

Editor's Pick

When

Dec. 5–24, 2026

Days vary, Times vary

Where

Keller Auditorium

222 Southwest Clay Street
Portland, OR, 97201

A sparkling winter tale set to Tchaikovsky’s festive score. When Marie’s mysterious godfather gives her a magical Nutcracker that comes to life, Marie and her Nutcracker Prince set off on an unforgettable Christmas Eve adventure to the Land of Sweets.

All performances of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker feature the OBT Orchestra.

Live music presented by Internetworks

Upcoming Dates & Times

Saturday, Dec. 5: 2 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5: 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 6: 2 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 6: 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 12: 2 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 12: 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 13: 2 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 13: 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 19: 2 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 19: 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 20: 2 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 20: 7:30 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 21: 2 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 21: 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 22: 2 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 22: 7:30 p.m.
…and more dates through Dec. 24th, 2026