# Ballet Arizona: The Nutcracker with The Phoenix Symphony > Event for families in the Phoenix–Mesa–Chandler area (AZ). Times are Arizona Time. - When: Dec 11 – Dec 27 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM - Where: Phoenix Symphony Hall, 225 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 - Ages: Ages 3+ (all attendees require ticket; recommended for ages 3 and up; booster seats available) - Price: Tickets from $45 to $165 depending on seating tier; VIP Capture the Magic package $125 add-on (includes Sugar Plum Fairy photo, hot chocolate, keepsake). - Organizer: Ballet Arizona - Official page: https://balletaz.org/performance/the-nutcracker/ - Last checked: Wed, Nov 4 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/phoenix/activities/ballet-arizona-the-nutcracker-with-the-phoenix-symphony--listing-9ab5ded8d2ca17d381441e78 ## About Ballet Arizona presents Ib Andersen's celebrated production of The Nutcracker at Phoenix Symphony Hall, featuring live orchestral accompaniment by The Phoenix Symphony. Audiences journey with Clara into a magical winter wonderland featuring soaring 40-foot Christmas trees, dancing snowflakes, mischievous mice, and the magnificent Sugar Plum Fairy. Families with young theatregoers will appreciate the vibrant costumes, dazzling scenic effects, and matinee performances. Booster seats are available in the lobby on a first-come basis. 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