RBO 2025-26 - The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker

Running time: 210 mins

Ballet, Dance, Music

The magician Herr Drosselmeyer needs to save his nephew. Hans-Peter has been transformed into a Nutcracker; the only way to save him is for the Nutcracker to defeat the Mouse King and find a girl to love and care for him. A flicker of hope comes in the form of the young Clara, whom Drosselmeyer meets at a Christmas party. With some magic, a cosy Christmas gathering turns into a marvellous adventure. Peter Wright�s The Nutcracker has enchanted audiences since its 1984 premiere by the Company. Featuring Tchaikovsky�s most familiar melodies and brought to life by Julia Trevelyan Oman�s exquisite designs, The Nutcracker is sure to be a festive firecracker for all ages.