Northwest Ballet Co. performs ‘Nutcracker’ this weekend in Bigfork

Northwest Ballet Company brings back its holiday classic performance of “The Nutcracker” this weekend.

Six performances of Tchaikovsky's 1892 composition "Nutcracker" will take place at the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Friday, Nov. 26, and Saturday, Nov. 27.

Northwest Ballet Company owner and Director Marisa Roth will open the performance with a telling of the beloved tale to the audience.

Reserved tickets are available by contacting the Northwest Ballet School at info@northwestballet.com or 406-755-0760. On show days, tickets will be available at the Bigfork Center's box office, 526 Electric Ave., Bigfork, one hour before the performances start. Tickets are $20 for adults, and $10 for children 12 and under.

Shows are at 12:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m both Friday, Nov. 26, and Saturday, Nov. 27. The popular Sugar Plum Fairy Parade will follow the 12:30 p.m. matinees Friday and Saturday.

CDC guidelines will be followed, so wear a mask and maintain social distancing while in the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts.