Mainers, like so many Americans, enjoy attending performances of the ballet, The Nutcracker, during the holiday season. Southern Maine, particularly the greater Portland area, offers plenty of opportunities to experience this classic. For those in far south of Southern Maine, they may also want to look for performances in Portsmouth, New Hampshire or along the seacoast.
The Nutcracker in Southern Maine and Seacoast New Hampshire
Both youth and adult troupes present a variety of shows, featuring traditional renditions as well as unique interpretations. While some performances may come with a higher price tag, there are options available to suit every budget, and we will be keeping an eye out for discounts as well.
We’ll continue to update this article as more places list their Nutcracker performances for the 2024 season. Remember: many start around Thanksgiving and some may even go beyond Christmas and into the New Year.
Below you’ll find where you can see The Nutcracker in Southern Maine as well as in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Merrill Auditorium, Portland, Maine
- Maine State Ballet The Nutcracker
- Portland Ballet’s A Victorian Nutcracker
Westbrook Performing Arts Center, Westbrook, Maine
- Portland Ballet’s A Victorian Nutcracker
The Star Theatre, Kittery Community Center, Kittery, Maine
- The Nutcracker
Sanford Performing Arts Center, Sanford, Maine
- Portland Ballet’s A Victorian Nutcracker
The Rep, Seacoast Repertory Theatre, Portsmouth, New Hampshire
- The Nutcracker
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