‘Tis the season for making special memories with your family! Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, “The Nutcracker” will fill you with the holiday spirit in a special November 16 performance at Hatfield Hall by the acclaimed State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine. With the evening performance a sell-out, limited tickets remain for the 4 p.m. showing. Tickets start at $50. 

This treasured fairytale follows a young girl’s journey through a fantasy world of fairies, princes, and an army of mice. Tchaikovsky’s beloved score is full of instantly recognizable holiday music, including “Waltz of the Flowers,” “Waltz of the Snowflakes,” and more.  

With a company of more than 55 dancers, the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine has drawn critical acclaim in performances throughout Europe, India, and Africa. The State Ballet Theater of Ukraine’s “The Nutcracker” is sure to make some magical memories this holiday season! 

This event, made possible thanks to a grant from Arts Illiana, also includes local dancers from the Wabash Valley. 

Tickets can be purchased at hatfieldhall.com, by calling 812-877-8544, or visiting the Hatfield Hall ticket desk Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. If still available, tickets also could be purchased at the ticket desk beginning one hour before the show.