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National Symphony Orchestra: The Nutcracker & CinderellaWashington · Sat, Nov 21, 2026

8:00 PM local time
Lisner AuditoriumWashington, DC
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National Symphony Orchestra: The Nutcracker & Cinderella takes place at Lisner Auditorium, Washington, DC on Saturday, November 21, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM local time.

It is listed as Classical / Symphonic (Arts & Culture).

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Lisner Auditorium holds around 1,490 people.

Lisner Auditorium has 16 upcoming events on our calendar.

Be moved by two treasured fairy tales through the music of Tchaikovsky and Prokofiev, conducted by Marie Jacquot in her NSO debut. Tchaikovskys The Nutcracker Suite brings Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and an enchanted Christmas Eve party to the concert stage, while Prokofievs Cinderella Suite reimagines the timeless story with music that is playful and packed with clever turns. Between the ballets, Jorge Federico Osorio casts a different kind of spell in Mozarts Piano Concerto No. 21, famous for its slow, haunting second movement. Three beloved works, three worlds of magic!

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Foggy Bottom–GWU · Metro station · 320 m · 5 min walk
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National Symphony Orchestra at Lisner Auditorium: show day guide

Show starts
8:00 PM
Getting there
Foggy Bottom–GWU, 320 m (5 min walk)
Parking
The closest public garage is the University Student Center garage, accessible on H Street between 21st and 22nd streets, NW.

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Ticket limit
Please note: There is a ticket limit of 8 tickets per person and per credit card on this event.
Please note
NO BAGS larger than 18 x 16 x 8 inches. All Terrace seats require climbing stairs. There are no elevators in the Auditorium. All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for admission. Notice of Information Sharing: By purchasing a ticket to this event, you acknowledge that The George Washington University may share your contact information (name, email address, mailing address) with the NSO for the purpose of advertising future events. You will have the opportunity to unsubscribe from these communications at any time. For general ticketing, event questions, or group ticket orders, please email gwticket@gwu.edu. Box office opens when doors open unless otherwise noted.

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Venue: Lisner Auditorium

730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20052
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Capacity
1,490
Parking
The closest public garage is the University Student Center garage, accessible on H Street between 21st and 22nd streets, NW. Please visit https://business-services.gwu.edu/visitor-parking for rates. Street parking is also available, obey posted signs.
Accessible seating
Wheelchair accessible seating and mobility impaired seating is available at all price levels in row M of the Orchestra. All Terrace seating requires climbing stairs to access. For sight and hearing-impaired seating, please contact the box office at gwticket@gwu.edu
Children
Any child past their second birthday requires a ticket to attend events.
Box office
Fall 2025 Semester: Tuesdays 11a-3p Event Days: (1) One hour prior to Showtime
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National Symphony Orchestra: The Nutcracker & Cinderella: FAQs

When is National Symphony Orchestra: The Nutcracker & Cinderella?

National Symphony Orchestra: The Nutcracker & Cinderella is scheduled for Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM local time.

Where is National Symphony Orchestra: The Nutcracker & Cinderella taking place?

At Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052.

How much are tickets for National Symphony Orchestra: The Nutcracker & Cinderella?

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Is there parking at Lisner Auditorium?

The closest public garage is the University Student Center garage, accessible on H Street between 21st and 22nd streets, NW. Please visit https://business-services.gwu.edu/visitor-parking for rates. Street parking is also available, obey posted signs.

Does National Symphony Orchestra have other upcoming dates?

Yes — National Symphony Orchestra has 14 upcoming dates, including North Bethesda (Oct 24), Washington (Oct 31), and Washington (Nov 12).

National Symphony Orchestra: The Nutcracker & Cinderella

Sat, Nov 21, 2026

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