Dance

The Nutcracker - At the Royal Opera House Tickets

A classic two-act ballet, the Nutcracker has charmed theatre audiences for years! The English National Ballet’s version is a truly magical experience for the entire family. With limited shows lined up between December 13 and January 6, 2018, it’s a show you do not want to miss!

The Nutcracker by the English National Ballet comes to life at the London Coliseum every winter. The breathtakingly beautiful ballet production is a winter wonderland, eagerly awaited by audiences, both new and old. The leading duo, Shiori Kase and Cesar Corrales, pirouette perfectly to the stirring music of Tchaikovsky. The bewitching set design and arresting costumes of the entire cast, from the rats to the toy soldiers, creates a delightful sensory experience. An enduring Christmas tradition across the world, the ballet is a treat for the entire family!
The Story

The Nutcracker is the classic story based on Alexandre Dumas’s ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’. In the English National Ballet’s version, the story takes place in Edwardian London, where the protagonist Clara discovers a magical world with her nutcracker. Watch as she battles the Mouse King, embarks on an adventure of her own, and bumps into a handsome stranger. With a Christmas setting, the story is abounding with magic and miracles!

Good for

Family audiences| Christmas activities |Fairytale lovers

Critics Reviews

“The Nutcracker by the English National Ballet is a festive treat with sensational leads.”

– Express

“Christmas Card perfect.”
– The Guardian

Show Details

Show Timings

Wed - Sat 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM

Tues 2:30 PM, 5 PM & 7:30 PM

Sun 1 PM & 2:30 PM

Theatre Company
Russian National Ballet

Concept and Choreography by
Wayne Eagling

Music by
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Concept by
Toer van Schayk

Know Before You Go

Duration
2 hours, 15 minutes with one intermission

Audience
Suitable for ages 8 and up. Children under 5 will not be admitted.

Available Facilities
In-house lounge
Coat check
Wheelchair accessible

Seating
The London Coliseum Theatre has a seating capacity of 2,359.

Dress Code
Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theater is air conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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