Poinsettias and Pointe Shoes
Kick off the holiday season with two of Pittsburgh’s most beloved traditions.
Doors open 30 minutes prior to the start of each performance, which will begin promptly at the stated time. Please plan to arrive early as seating is not assigned and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Refreshments will be available for purchase prior to the event in the Tropical Forest Panama Exhibit at a cashless bar.
Admission is $40 for adults and $22 for children and includes an exclusive 50% savings on tickets to attend PBT’s full-length performance of The Nutcracker onstage at the Benedum Center December 4 - 27, 2026. Additionally, Phipps members and PBT Subscribers receive a 10% discount on Poinsettias and Pointe Shoes tickets. The discount code will be sent via email.
Questions? Contact Joel Ambrose from Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre at jambrose@pittsburghballet.org
Photo © Aviana Adams
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