BOB BAKER’S NUTCRACKER
AT SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE
NOVEMBER 30, 2024 - JANUARY 5, 2025
The Nutcracker Prince cordially invites you & Clara
to his Magic Kingdom on a Mountain of Sweetmeats!
Our marionette adaptation of a ballet classic and Bob's most beloved holiday show since its opening in 1969 - now at Sierra Madre Playhouse! See showtimes and more details here.
Bob Baker’s Nutcracker debuts at the Sierra Madre Playhouse in 2024 to delight Angelenos and visitors alike! Created in 1969, this marionette adaptation of the classic ballet brings together traditional favorites, including Clara and Fred, the Nutcracker, the Rat King, and the Sugerplum Fairy, alongside Bob Baker’s playful and delightful creations and additions. This project was funded (in part) by a grant from Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts.
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Bob Baker’s Nutcracker remains a holiday favorite with sold out shows and encore performances every year. Created in 1969, this marionette adaptation of the classic ballet brings together traditional favorites, including Clara and Fred, the Nutcracker, the Rat King, and the Sugerplum Fairy, alongside Bob Baker’s playful and delightful creations and additions. Bob’s original Nutcracker show was performed with hand-and-rod puppets, but over the years, the talented team of artisans and craftspeople at BBMT have created a dreamscape adaptation of the ballet with large scale marionettes and intricate sets. Now an established yuletide tradition for Angelenos of all ages, Bob Baker’s Nutcracker has been carefully preserved and renovated for a special 2024 presentation at the Playhouse.