Strathmore

Cirque Nutcracker

Name: Cirque Nutcracker
Start: 2026-12-11T19:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-12-11
Location: Strathmore

Fri, Dec 11, 2026at 7:30 PM

5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD

Price not available

Featuring: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Troupe Vertigo, Jiannan Cheng

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra presents Cirque Nutcracker, a holiday-season mashup of Tchaikovsky’s beloved Nutcracker score and high-flying circus artistry. Troupe Vertigo joins the orchestra for an acrobatic retelling of the classic ballet, pairing dazzling physical feats and expressive movement with the familiar music of Tchaikovsky. Described as a festive, high-flying spectacle, the show is pitched at families and anyone looking to start a new holiday tradition. The event is scheduled for a single evening performance during the holiday season, with tickets sold through the BSO rather than the venue.

When: Friday, December 11, 2026 at 7:30pm

Venue: The Music Center at Strathmore

Presented by: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Conductor: Jiannan Cheng

Featured performers: Troupe Vertigo

Music: Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker

Genre: Classical/Opera with circus and acrobatic elements

Tickets: Pricing not listed; check the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra website for current pricing and to purchase tickets

Note: This event is not presented by Strathmore itself, even though it takes place at the venue

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