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Clara and the Nutcracker Prince dancing in the snow in front of a Christmas tree
A ballet by David Nixon CBE

The Nutcracker

Christmas isn’t complete until you’ve experienced the magic of Northern Ballet’s The Nutcracker.

Share in Clara’s adventures as she is swept away by her Nutcracker Prince into an enchanting winter wonderland. Don’t miss dazzling dancing snowflakes, the famous Sugar Plum Fairy and the notorious Mouse King in the ultimate festive entertainment.

Performed to Tchaikovsky’s enduring score played live, David Nixon CBE's The Nutcracker awakens childlike imagination in us all.

Book now to see this sell-out success for yourself and guarantee your most magical Christmas yet.

Running time 1 hour 52 minutes (including intervals)

Creative Team

Choreographer, Director, Costume Designer and Scenario
Composer
Reduced Orchestration
Set Designer
Original Lighting Designer
  • Mark Jonathan
Tour Lighting
Costume Design Assistant

The Nutcracker Characters

The magical cast of characters that make up the timeless ballet, The Nutcracker.
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The Nutcracker Story

As the Edwards family prepare for their Christmas party, Clara imagines the wonderful things that might happen...
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The Nutcracker Photos

Stunning photos from David Nixon CBE's The Nutcracker.
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The Nutcracker Videos

Videos of our production of The Nutcracker, both on stage and behind-the-scenes.
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