The Nutcracker

Show scheduled for 7:30 PM. The Nutcracker may take the stage later if openers are listed — check with the venue for set times. Use PathToSeat to navigate the venue, find the fastest concessions, and plan your exit.

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Show 7:30 PM

Headliner often later if openers are listed

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Verified Oct 2, 2026Stephens Auditorium theater policies and security

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Stephens Auditorium • Ames, IA

December 12th, 2026 at 7:30 PM

The Nutcracker

Show scheduled for 7:30 PM. The Nutcracker may take the stage later if openers are listed — check with the venue for set times. Use PathToSeat to navigate the venue, find the fastest concessions, and plan your exit.

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Doors TBD

Show 7:30 PM

Headliner often later if openers are listed

End time estimated from setlist data when available

New here? The essentials at a glance — tap any line for the full guide.

Verified Oct 2, 2026Stephens Auditorium theater policies and security

More Information

Official event and venue resources.

Ticketmaster event page Stephens Auditorium information

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Gates: Stephens Auditorium is at 1900 Center Drive on the Iowa State Center campus. The ticket office is at the north entrance (Lincoln Way and Beach Avenue). Seating typically begins 30 minutes before curtain; late seating is at staff discretion and may follow artist rules. Bag-check lines run at each entrance before ticket scanning.