Support the New Nutcracker
JOIN US and help make this tremendous gift to Cincinnati possible!
On a crisp winter evening in December 1974, snowflakes drifted across the stage at Music Hall as Cincinnati Ballet presented its very first performance of Frisch’s Presents The Nutcracker. This magical moment launched a time-honored tradition for our community that connects families across generations and creates a wealth of treasured memories.
Cincinnati Ballet presents a world premiere of our New Nutcracker in December 2011. Like each individual glittering flake of snow, we ask you to shine and help make sugar plum dreams come true for the next generation of dance and music lovers.
Become a “Snowflake” supporter today by making a donation toward our New Nutcracker Capital Campaign. Each unique Snowflake gift, no matter what size, will help pave the way for future generations to experience this magical holiday tradition.
When you come to see our new production and witness the breathtaking Snow Scene with gorgeous snow falling, you’ll know that you helped to make it all possible!
Your tax-deductible capital gift will directly benefit nearly 500,000 audience members over the next 15 years! As The Nutcracker typically represents 50% of Cincinnati Ballet’s annual ticket sales, your donation helps maintain the jobs of more than 200 full and part-time employees.
Thank you for your consideration to become part of the magic that is Frisch’s Nutcracker.
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!
Victoria Morgan
"Frisch’s has sponsored the Cincinnati Ballet’s Nutcracker since the very first performance in 1974. We’re pleased to help bring a real treasure to the region that showcases the combination of dance, artistry and music. We can’t wait to see the new version and congratulate Cincinnati Ballet on the hard work and imagination that will bring it to life."
- Craig Maier, Frisch’s Restaurants President & CEO
"This is a project we truly believe in. We know it will have substantial community impact and support Cincinnati Ballet’s mission for years to come. That’s why, even through a challenging economy, we have forged ahead, and we have received some incredibly generous responses."
- Missie Santomo, Managing Director for Cincinnati Ballet
"The Nutcracker is our most important community outreach tool we have. The production itself is a cultural ambassador to our region, offering so many their first experience or exposure to our art form. It’s so important for us to provide an exciting, vibrant, fun adventure to instill that love of dance in our community."
- Victoria Morgan, Cincinnati Ballet Artistic Director and CEO
