The Nutcracker Tickets

The performance was average and in my little opinion not worth the money of the ticket.

It is my opinion that: The overall tone of this Ballet took me to a small community event where over achievers, under achievers and "used to be's" come together to enhance their children's first (or second) time experience on stage. The Nutcracker himself was genuine, earnest and endearing in his handling of Clara. The drop down scenery was beautifully painted. Each main cast member made their role memorable but unfortunately, the fluidity of the group performance lacked due to this. It seemed the cast members knew that they had an overall under budget and under produced production and determined to "save their own skins". The constant scurrying of the plethora of young children in the play was distracting for awhile but became so common, so as to appear to be a filler for lack of dancing and dancers. The Russian dancer tried hard but it was embarrassing to have ...one. The backstage crew were visible to the audience ( I sat row B Seat 32) and it was hard not to see the stage hand under Clara's bed as it whizzed around the stage. The timing between the crescendos of the Orchestra and the lifts and turns of the dancers were always just off, leaving the viewer never quite reaching the seasonal satisfaction and enchantment that the Nutcracker can provide.

i have seen SO many Nutcracker productions in my lifetime, including the past few years of Indianapolis School of Ballet's production presented at the Scottish Rite Cathedral theater. This year's presentation at the Old National Centre, with members of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, was the most satisfying and professional I have ever attended. Seeing the Balanchine choreography danced by children with live musicians would be impressive enough, but these children (few older than high school) already show the characteristics of extremely well trained professional dancers. Seeing a diverse cast is also quite satisfying and bodes well for the art of ballet in this Midwestern capital. Scenery, costumes, staging, were all of the highest quality. Congratulations, Victoria Lyras and associates, for a supremely enjoyable holiday treat, and bravo, students, for dancing beautifully and professionally for a large appreciative audience.

The dancing and props were beautiful and I loved all the kids involvement! It's amazing what Ballet Idaho can do.

This performance was absolutely lovely. The staff at the venue were friendly, accommodating, and helpful. It couldn't have been a better experience. We wouldn't hesitate to see a show here again or a ballet put on by the Boise ballet.

This is a tradition that my daughter and I have been doing since she was 4. She's 17 now. We love, love, love the Nutcracker!!!!

This was the first time seeing The Nutcracker. It was fantastic. Visually stunning and the dancers were wonderful.

The artists and sets were incredible as always but I left feeling somewhat unfulfilled. Instead of the daughter waking up and being around the family with the nutcracker for a present as the "dream scene" ended, the show came to an end. The son and daughter get into a hot air balloon and...done. Roll curtain, take a bow, standing ovation and go home. The director had removed what to me is an important part of the story.

The performance was nice. A few dancers really stood out as great but it really got nicer once they play got past all of the little kids running around on the stage. Costumes and sets were nice - higher quality. All of the female leads were great and they brought a male dancer from, I believe, PA to assist with the performance.

Excellent performance by a local youth ballet company

What a wonderful performance. The cast was prepared and really embraced their show.

It was not as elaborate as other shows we have been to. Unfortunately the kids got bored easily since the set decoration and the costumes were not very elaborate and colorful and fun.

First ballet I have been too. I would definitely go again.

My wife and I had such a great time at the Nutcracker.

Well done. Great event. The children performing were great.

The dancers were wonderful and the music was also wonderful. We would attend more ballets if there were more matinees.

A 20+ year holiday tradition for us, my daughters and I thoroughly enjoyed Lexington Ballet Co's rendition of The Nutcracker at the Lexington Opera House this 2016 season. From the youngest dancers to the professionals, they carried out the choreography and story line expertly. All dancers showed the appropriiate emotion in their carriage and facial expressions. Make it a tradition for your family starting next year. You will not be disappointed.

Extremely disappointed. The Nutcracker has gone down hill for the last 15 years. Grandkids miss the magic once seen and felt.

Great event. I really enjoyed the entire experience. The orchestra was very good.

If you know anything about ballet or dance this is not the show for you. Boring sets, boring choreography, and weird costumes. What happened to the Sugar Plum Fairy? Why was she in tutu matching the Nutcracker? Good for kids because there are a ton of them at the show. You get what you pay for.