Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker (2022)

Synopsis

Ballet in two acts (1892)
Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive treat for the whole family. Join young Clara at a delightful Christmas Eve party that becomes a magical adventure once everyone else is tucked up in bed. Marvel at the brilliance of Tchaikovsky’s score, as Clara (Sae Maeda) and her enchanted Nutcracker (Joseph Sissens) fight the Mouse King and visit the Sugar Plum Fairy (Fumi Kaneko) and her Prince (William Bracewell) in the glittering Kingdom of Sweets. Peter Wright’s much- loved production for The Royal Ballet, with gorgeous period designs by Julia Trevelyan Oman, keeps true to the spirit of this festive ballet classic, combining the thrill of the fairy tale with spectacular classical dancing. It wouldn't be Christmas without it.

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