The Nutcracker at Lyric Opera House
December 05 - 28, 2025
This event occurs weekly,
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Location
Lyric Opera House
20 N. Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
Description
The Joffrey Ballet brings its reimagined Nutcracker to life with stunning choreography, Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, and dazzling holiday magic set against the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair. Families will follow Marie on a fantastical journey filled with toy soldiers, snowflakes, and whimsical fairground characters.
Event cost: $15-$225 depending on seating; discounts available for groups and subscriptions
Event times: Dec. 5-28; multiple performances at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 6 p.m., and 7 p.m.
Additional Information
Website: https://joffrey.org/performances-and-tickets/25-26-season/the-nutcracker-3/
Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Tweens
Neighborhood: Chicago
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