THE NUTCRACKER 2025
AT THE TOUHILL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
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Sat, Nov 29 @1:00PM
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Sat, Nov 29 @ 5:30PM
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Sun, Nov 30 @ 2:00PM Variety St. Louis Day!
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Mon, Dec 1 @ 11:00AM*
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Thurs, Dec 18 @ 5:30PM
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Fri, Dec 19 @ 5:30PM
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Sat, Dec 20 @ 1:00PM
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Sat, Dec 20 @ 5:30PM
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Sun, Dec 21 @ 1:00PM
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Sun, Dec 21 @ 5:30PM
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Mon, Dec 22 @ 1:00PM
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Mon, Dec 22 @ 5:30PM
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Tue, Dec 23 @ 1:00PM
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Tue, Dec 23 @ 5:30PM
*Shorter Tale version
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What Audiences Say:
"This had been a tradition when my daughters were younger and now I was able to take one of them and her daughters. Great memories!" Dawn Y.
"My daughter and I look forward to attending the Nutcracker each December. We love watching the amazing dancers tell the story of the Nutcracker. Thank you for providing the opportunity to enjoy ballet in STL!" Kim B.
" I admire all the SLB dancers and enjoy every opportunity to see them perform." Vanessa S.
"Absolutely beautiful - dancers were phenomenal - brought tears to our eyes - great job!! We'll be back!" Julie M.
NEW GROWING TREE!
To be unveiled November 2025!
Your Name Adorned on a Nutcracker Tree Ornament!
Be A Part of Tradition, with our New Nutcracker Christmas Tree! . It’s because of our audience that we are able to embark on this new endeavor of replacing our Nutcracker sets over the next few years!
The tree, designed by scenic designer James Wolk and built by Daniel Black, grows to 23 feet tall, and is lit by 131 candles. At its full height , the tree displays 47 candy canes, 43 cones of sugar plums, 52 globe ornaments and 46 trumpets.
You have the exclusive chance to be a part of our Nutcracker performances for years to come! Donate to our New Tree fund ($250 or more) and have your name permanently adorned on one of the tree’s ornaments! This is a limited first-come first-served opportunity so Act Now!
Fun Nutcracker Facts:
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500 lbs of Dry Ice is used throughout the production
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100 lbs of Snow is dropped throughout the production
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10 lbs of Confetti is dropped throughout the production
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Over 320 dancing feet will be on stage for each show
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Over 120 pairs of pointe shoes will be worn throughout the production
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Over 110 ballet shoes will be worn
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Over 170 costumes will be worn
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Over 440 cubes of cheese will be thrown
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Over 70 props will be used
THE NUTCRACKER
BOUTIQUE
Gifts abound at SLB's holiday boutique filled with ornaments, unique and collectible Nutcrackers, SLB apparel, children's gifts, and more!
All sales benefit SLB, a not-for-profit company.