Joffrey Ballet - The Nutcracker - Tickets & Event Information
Joffrey Ballet - The Nutcracker is scheduled for Friday, December 18, 2026 at 07:00 PM at Lyric Opera House in Chicago, IL, featuring Joffrey Ballet and The Nutcracker. Ticket listings currently start at $230.00 all-in pricing with no hidden fees across 15 available listings.
Event Details
Date: Friday, December 18, 2026 at 07:00 PM
Venue: Lyric Opera House
Location: Chicago, IL
Address: Chicago, IL
Presented by: Lyric Opera House
Featuring: Joffrey Ballet, The Nutcracker
The Joffrey Ballet’s annual Chicago production of The Nutcracker returns for its 2026 run. This specific staging, conceived by Christopher Wheeldon, re-imagines the classic holiday tale with a 19th-century World's Columbian Exposition setting. It's a family-friendly ballet that offers a fresh take on a familiar story. This performance on Friday, December 18th is at the Lyric Opera House, a grand setting for a full-scale ballet. It's a good evening out for those looking for a traditional yet distinctive holiday performance in Chicago.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I buy Joffrey Ballet - The Nutcracker tickets?
- Tickets for Joffrey Ballet - The Nutcracker are available. You can purchase official tickets directly from the event page.
- When is Joffrey Ballet - The Nutcracker?
- Joffrey Ballet - The Nutcracker takes place on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 07:00 PM at Lyric Opera House.
- Are tickets still available for Joffrey Ballet - The Nutcracker?
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