Youth Performances at Richmond Ballet offer students a unique opportunity to step inside the world of professional dance. Our youth performances are open to Pre-K through 12th grade students and their teachers. Public schools, independent schools, and homeschool are all welcome!

When school groups arrive, the curtain is open, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the final moments of preparation before the ballet begins. Students observe the production artists and crew and watch dancers take their places for the top of the show, providing an educational and inspiring look at what happens backstage.

For the 26/27 school year, we are excited to offer youth performances for The Nutcracker on December 9 and December 10, 2026. All Youth Performances of The Nutcracker will be Act II only and will feature recorded music.

ADMISSIONS:
$13 per student for non-Title 1 school groups of 10 or more. $11 per student for Title 1 school groups of 10 or more. There will be one complimentary chaperone/teacher ticket for every 10 student tickets purchased. Additional chaperones/teachers are welcome for a charge of $16 per person.

RESERVATIONS:
Please check back here for reservation information for the 2026 The Nutcracker Youth Performances coming soon!

YOUTH PERFORMANCE TEACHERS GUIDE:
Click here to view The Nutcracker Youth Performance Teachers Guide.

Jennifer Chapman, Strategic Partnerships & Tour Manager
jchapman@richmondballet.com