Nutcracker

100 dancers and musicians bring Nutcracker to life with exquisite dancing, beautiful sets and Tchaikovsky’s popular score played live.

On a sparkling Christmas Eve in a frost-dusted Edwardian London, Clara receives an enchanted Nutcracker as a present. Together, they discover a magical world where she battles with the Mouse King and meets a handsome stranger. As the air grows colder, Clara and her valiant Nutcracker take a hot air balloon ride across London to the glistening Land of Snow where a puppet theatre comes to life with dancers from around the world.

From the sound of the orchestra tuning up, to the final bows and cheers, a trip to English National Ballet’s Nutcracker is an unforgettable Christmas treat.

Important info about Nutcracker

Closing

07/01/2023

Running Time

2h15, inc. interval

Genre

Dance

Age & Content

Please note only children aged 5+ are allowed in the auditorium except for the family-friendly performance: Saturday 7 January 2.30pm where children under 5 are allowed, and children under 16 go free (up to 2 children with each full-paying adult).

Nutcracker FAQs

Frequently asked questions

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What should I wear to see Nutcracker?

There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.