PBT to present ‘The Nutcracker’ Dec. 9-28 at the Benedum Center
For the 20th year, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre无毛视频檚 (PBT) holiday classic 无毛视频淭he Nutcracker无毛视频� will take the stage Dec. 9-28 at the Benedum Center.
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The three-week run includes two family-inclusive and sensory-friendly performances for all audiences, including children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, sensory sensitivities or other individualized needs at 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16 and Tuesday, Dec. 27.
A number of 无毛视频淣utcracker无毛视频�-themed programs will be held to complement the show, beginning Sunday, Nov. 20. During an 无毛视频淎fternoon of Enchantment,无毛视频� children and sample ballet classes, do crafts and engage in photo opportunities related to the production.
Additional programs include a 无毛视频淣utcracker无毛视频�-themed ballet class on Sunday, Dec. 4; Sugar Plum Fairy photos before each performance at at intermission; an in-person student matinee and a student livestream on Friday, Dec. 9; and a 无毛视频淣utcracker无毛视频� family workshop on Saturday, Dec. 10.
For additional information about activities or performances, visit pbt.org.