Confluence Ballet Presents: Jazz Nutcracker
KST Partner
Jazz Nutcracker
Saturday, December 12, 2026
7:00pm
Sunday, December 13, 2026
2:00pm
Kelly Strayhorn Theater | 5941 Penn Ave
Tickets: General Admission: $35
Students/Seniors 65+/Children under 12: $25
Children under 3: FREE (parent/guardian ticket required)
Confluence Ballet’s Jazz Nutcracker reimagines Tchaikovsky’s timeless holiday classic with bold flair. The iconic score is heard through Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s legendary jazz adaptation.
On stage, classical ballet blends seamlessly with a jazzy, contemporary twist to create a vibrant retelling of Clara’s magical adventure, featuring collaborations with the Pittsburgh Pride Choir, members of Pittsburgh’s queer line dancing club 412 Step, and a host of local artists across styles—including circus performers and vogue dancers.
Photo Credit: Jay Kuntz