Charlotte Symphony To Stream The Nutcracker: How To Buy Tickets

CHARLOTTE, NC — While the pandemic has shut down many public holiday events this year, The Nutcracker will go on, thanks to the Charlotte Symphony. A family-friendly adaptation of the beloved holiday classic is one of three events the orchestra is streaming on demand this season.

The symphony’s performance calendar was wiped out this year due to the ongoing pandemic, with at least 11 live concert events cancelled though the end of the year.

“Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, previously scheduled live concerts through December 31, 2020 will be replaced with an exciting array of virtual concerts and smaller-format/ limited-capacity live outdoor performances as safety permits,” the orchestra said. “The Charlotte Symphony will work to gradually phase in live, indoor audiences as local conditions safely allow.”

Here are three events the Charlotte Symphony is streaming this year:

• At Home for the Holidays — Streaming Live Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m.; Watch on demand thru Dec. 28. Says the orchestra: “Deck the halls and trim the tree — your CSO is coming home for Christmas! This lively program is chock full of holiday cheer, streamed right to your living room.” Tickets are $25 and may be purchased here
• The Story of the Nutcracker — Streaming Live Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m.; Watch on demand through Dec. 28. Says the orchestra: “Gather the whole family as Tchaikovsky’s classic comes to life this holiday season! Join Resident Conductor Christopher James Lees and your CSO for the story of The Nutcracker paired with the beautiful music we all know and love. This one-hour program is perfect for families with young children! Tickets are $15 and may be purchased here.
• A Baroque Celebration: Old World / New Year — Streaming Live New Year’s Day on Friday, Jan. 1 at 7:30 p.m.; Watch on demand through Jan. 8, 2021. Says the orchestra: “Join your CSO for a celebration of Baroque music, fit for the New Year! This program includes wonders from Vivaldi and Telemann, and features concertmaster Calin Lupanu performing Piazzolla’s Verano from The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires.” Tickets are $25 and may be purchased her

Tickets for the series may be purchased separately or all three bundled for $60.