Group of performers in theatrical costumes on a brightly lit stage.

Keith Michael’s The Nutcracker 2025


  • November 22 1:00PM & 7:00PM
  • November 23 1:00PM

Winter Garden


The beloved ballet returns to the Winter Garden! Experience three ticketed performances of The Nutcracker set to Tchaikovsky’s cherished score in Art Nouveau-style circa 1907 with innovative choreography by long-time New York Theatre Ballet choreographer, Keith Michael. Presented by New York Theatre Ballet and Brookfield Properties Arts & Events.

As this is a very popular holiday event, TICKETS FOR ALL SHOWS ARE NOW SOLD OUT. Please note that capacity permitting, walk-ons will be accommodated for all performances on a first-come, first-served basis, as space is available. Please see below for details!

Performance Schedule:
Saturday, November 22nd at 1:00PM and 7:00PM
Sunday, November 23rd at 1:00PM

Ballerinas dance in The Nutcracker
What to Know

Important Information:

  • As a reminder, advanced registration is required to attend the performances.
  • Admission to performances is first-come, first-admitted, while space is available, whether you have a ticket or not.
  • Capacity permitting, walk-ons may be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • You must check in with your full party. Partial parties will not be admitted.
  • Pets are not allowed besides service animals.

Seating

  • Ticketed seating is first-come, first-served with advanced registration.
  • Attendees will not be admitted to their seats until check-in has opened.
  • Attendees will either be seated in provided chairs or on the Winter Garden stairs. A ticket does not guarantee a chair.
  • ADA seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Should an attendee require ADA seating, please contact [email protected].
  • Pets are not permitted within the performance area. However, service animals will be permitted access with their handler.
Holiday lights installation or festive yellow window display at a public space.
Check In Process

1:00PM Performances

  • Check in is located at 230 Vesey Street between Theory and Warby Parker.
  • 12:00 PM: Check in opens. To guarantee admission with a reserved ticket, attendees must check in by 12:30 PM.
  • 12:30 PM: Capacity permitting, walk-ins may be accommodated starting at this time.
  • The seating area will be closed once capacity is reached.

7:00PM Performances

  • Check in is located at 230 Vesey Street between Theory and Warby Parker.
  • 6:00 PM: Check in opens. To guarantee admission with a reserved ticket, attendees must check in by 6:30 PM.
  • 6:30 PM: Capacity permitting, walk-ins may be accommodated starting at this time.
  • The seating area will be closed once capacity is reached.

Stroller Parking

  • There are two self-serve stroller parking locations near Salvatore Ferragamo and Le District.
  • Stroller Parking areas are NOT viewing areas and are designated for stroller storage only.
  • Children may not be left unattended in a stroller.