Get the best seats for George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
Celebrate the holidays with privileged access to see the time-honored classic, with impeccable views
More...The Experience
Start a new holiday tradition of enjoying privileged access to the best seats in the house for George Balanchine's The Nutcracker by New York City Ballet. You'll be captivated by the enchanting choreography, elaborate sets, and dazzling costumes of the winter classic during Friday, Saturday, or Sunday performances at the David H. Koch Theater, as you witness an unforgettable performance by the illustrious dance troupe from an extraordinary vantage point. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.
What's priceless
Beholding the wonder of a beloved holiday show, from seats that can't be beat.
The highlights
- Book top seats for select weekend performances of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker at the David H. Koch Theater
- Bask in spectacular views of the dancers, costumes, and elaborate stage sets
- Mark the holiday season with family and friends at an iconic New York performance
Details
- Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
- Experience may be purchased by cardholders 18 years and older, and cardholders may purchase the experience for guests under the age of 18. Experience is recommended for participants 5 years old and older
- Experience applies to Friday, Saturday, and Sunday performances listed here, from November 27, 2025, to January 3, 2026
- Experience is valid for purchase until January 3, 2026, or until sold out
- Experience is for 1 person
- Price listed is for 1 person
- Each cardholder may purchase up to 19 tickets
- In-demand performance dates and sections of the theater may sell out; experience is provided on a first-come, first-served basis until sold out. Best availability is between December 26 and January 3
- Mastercard is not responsible for any costs associated with any cardholder's or cardholder's guest's (if applicable) transportation to or from the venue
- Cardholder and cardholder's guest(s) will need to sign a waiver
- Cardholder who purchases the experience agrees that if any of the tickets purchased will apply to a child participant, they will be accompanied to the venue by their parent/legal guardian, who will be entirely responsible for ensuring the child abides by the terms of use, terms and conditions, and any other requirements mandated by the venue
- New York City Ballet performances begin at the announced start time, and in deference to the viewing and listening pleasure of the audience in the auditorium, and to the performers onstage, there is no late seating. Latecomers will be seated only during an intermission or when the curtain has dropped for a pause in the performance
- Void where prohibited by law. Offer not available in Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, Russia, Crimea, Donetsk, Luhansk, or in any other country where prohibited by applicable law. The team reserves the right to cancel any sale that it, at its sole discretion, determines is made in any such jurisdiction
- By clicking "Book here", you agree to all our Terms of Use and Terms & Conditions
Fine Print
- This experience is non-refundable upon purchase, unless otherwise noted



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