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Did you see The Nutcracker Ballet at the Santander Performing Arts Center?
We’d love to hear what you thought!
We’d love to hear what you thought!
World Ballet Company’s The Nutcracker is a vibrant holiday production filled with festive magic and timeless music, honoring the best of this beloved ballet. Featuring 40 professional dancers, over 150 dazzling hand-crafted costumes, and exquisite hand-painted sets, this sugar-dusted spectacle is designed to delight audiences of all ages.
From the twinkling Waltz of the Snowflakes to the enchanting Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, every scene captures the wonder of the season. Whether you’re sharing the experience with children or gifting yourself a holiday treat, The Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate.
For those in Reading, PA looking to make holiday memories, this is the ballet to see.
Tickets can be purchased online (click on the Buy Tickets button on this page) or directly from the Santander Performing Arts Center Box Office.
For full pricing and availability, please visit the Santander Performing Arts Center ticketing page.
Tickets are subject to availability. Please contact the venue box office for additional information.
General inquiries: hello@worldballetcompany.com or 1-888-469-1011.
The Santander Performing Arts Center, at 136 North 6th Street in Reading, Pennsylvania, first opened in 1870 as the Rajah Temple before being restored and transformed into a performance venue. Its ornate interiors, classic proscenium stage, and intimate atmosphere create a distinctive setting for Broadway tours, concerts, comedy, and community events. Blending historic character with modern updates, the center continues to serve as one of Berks County’s most beloved cultural landmarks. Its location in downtown Reading places it near dining, shopping, and other attractions, offering visitors a memorable night out.

The performance begins at 1:00 pm. Plan to arrive early for parking, check-in and comfortable seating. For the most accurate driving routes, parking details and accessibility notes, see the venue’s official Directions & Parking information.
Frontier Center provides accessible seating and ADA-compliant facilities; assistive listening devices may be available upon request. Service animals are welcome. For ASL or additional accommodations, please contact the venue in advance.
Operational details such as parking and showtimes may change. Please verify information on the theater’s official website before your visit.
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