Become a Nutcracker Benefactor
A Tradition of Giving
Although we do not charge the public for tickets to The Nutcracker, the production is certainly not free to present. Over the years, we have experienced difficulty raising the necessary funds to continue our mission. As a result, we established The Nutcracker Annual Benefit Fund in 2008, whose purpose is to raise funds to preserve The Nutcracker and continue to present it in the spirit in which it was intended – as a gift.
Your financial contribution of $100 or more will enable us to continue this gift to the community.
To thank you for your $100 donation, we will reserve up to 4 seats in your name at a performance of The Nutcracker.
You will be acknowledged in the Nutcracker Program if your donation is received by the printing deadline of November 1, 2025.
Please download the benefactor ticket request form below and send it in with your donation. The deadline for benefactor tickets is November 1, 2025. Your donation would be most appreciated. As a non-profit 501(c)(3) tax exempt corporation, your donation may be tax deductible, as provided by law. Please consult your tax advisor. Thank you for your generosity and support of this treasured holiday gift!
Sponsorship Opportunities
As the only free Nutcracker in the nation for 50 years, Ballet Theatre of Scranton has welcomed generations of families, students, and first-time theatergoers – all at no cost.
To continue this legacy in 2025 and beyond, Ballet Theatre of Scranton is seeking corporate sponsors, in-kind partners, and legacy donors to help cover rising production costs while preserving this unique gift to our community.
They offer a range of customized sponsorship opportunities – from single-performance sponsorships to legacy-level giving – all with brand exposure and recognition benefits.
For more information, please reach out to:
