Step into a world of wonder – where dreams come to life!
December 12, 2025 | 7:00pm
December 13, 2025 | 2:00pm
December 13, 2025 | 7:00pm
December 14, 2025 | 12:30pm | My First Nutcracker
December 14, 2025 | 4:00pm
A beloved Bismarck holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, twirls back onto the stage in a whirlwind of wonder and enchantment. Inspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann’s timeless tale, be swept into a magical realm where anything feels possible.
Join Clara, the brave Nutcracker Prince, the mysterious Herr Drosselmeyer, and the radiant Sugar Plum Fairy as they journey through a land of sparkling snowflakes and sugar-spun delights. Come, revel in the spirit of the season and rekindle the boundless magic of childhood.
Join us for a performance of My First Nutcracker, a just-the-right-length ballet on Sunday, December 14 at 12:30PM!
These performances are the perfect choice for our youngest fans and any child who may prefer a shorter performance and more casual environment. Please note that everyone attending the show will need a ticket, no matter the age.
SCORE
Peter I. Tchaikovsky
SCENERY DESIGN
Paul Noot, Austin Schmaltz, Richard Linke, Greg Viera
BASED ON THE NUTCRACKER & THE MOUSE KING
E. T. A. Hoffmann
PERFORMED BY
Members of the Bismarck/Mandan Community
TICKET PRICES
| Adult | $21-$36 |
| Senior (65+) | $18-$33 |
| Children (under 12) | $12-$30 |
| Subscriber | 15% off |
| Group | Learn More |
BOX OFFICE
701.530.0986
10 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
RUNNING TIME
Two hours and 15 minutes with one 20-minute intermission
*My First Nutcracker will run one hour and 15 minutes*
LOCATION
Belle Mehus City Auditorium
201 N 6th St.
Bismarck, ND 58501
PRESENTING SPONSOR
SEASON SPONSOR
Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party
December 13, 2025 | 12:00pm
December 14, 2025 | 2:00pm
The Conductor’s Room of the Belle Mehus
An enchanting experience awaits you at Northern Plains Dance’s Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party! Delicious treats and autographs with the Sugar Plum Fairy and her friends are all part of the guest experience at the Tea Party. You are sure to feel the magic of the holidays as your hosts lead you through a private glimpse at the dancers in thier warm-up class, a backstage tour and a storytime. Following the event, guests with tickets to the performance are whisked away to attend the matinee performance of Northern Plains Dance’s The Nutcracker.
*tickets sold separately. On sale to the public on October 1. Season subscribers recieve early access.
Photos by DeAnne Billings