The Nutcracker

Snow is falling as Clara and her family prepare for their Christmas party…

Her Uncle, Herr Drosselmeyer, arrives with tales of his exotic travels. Everyone is excited by his gifts but none is more loved than the strange wooden Nutcracker doll Clara holds fiercely in her arms. But her Nutcracker is much more than it seems. As the clock strikes midnight she finds herself in a dream world where she must fight a battle with the wicked Mouse King before being whisked away on an enchanting journey. Enter the magical world of Clara's imagination in Northern Ballet Theatre's new production of The Nutcracker.

This traditional ballet is a treat for the whole family with beautiful costumes, spectacular sets and Tchaikovsky's famous score, including The Waltz of the Flowers and The Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy.

The Nutcracker remains one of the world's favourite ballets it doesn't matter how many times you've seen it, or if you've never seen it before – it will always have a special place in your heart.

Creative Team

Choreographer and Director David Nixon
Set Designer Charles Cusick Smith
Lighting Designer Mark Jonathan
Costumes David Nixon
Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Music arranged by John Longstaff
Music Director John Pryce Jones
Costume Design Assistant Chris Giles

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