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The Nutcracker (Ballet West)

Ballet West

Ballet West's Willam Christensen Nutcracker, which the company bills as America's first, at the historic Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre downtown.

The ornate terra-cotta facade of the Capitol Theatre on 200 South in Salt Lake City

Photo: Beneathtimp / Wikimedia Commons (CC0)

Ages 5–17$$$Downtown Salt Lake CityAfternoon–eveningIndoor
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Ballet West's Willam Christensen Nutcracker, which the company bills as America's first, at the historic Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre downtown.

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Good to know

  • Parking

    See Salt Lake County Arts for parking.

  • Typical hours

    Afternoon–evening

Parent tips

  • Ballet West recommends The Nutcracker for ages 5 and up; no babes in arms.
  • There is no late seating; doors open one hour before.
  • No refunds; exchanges for a fee at least 48 hours ahead.

Details come from the organizer's public website. Times and prices change — please verify before visiting. Last checked Nov 11, 2026. Source

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