Performed by the acclaimed ballet company returns to the UK with great ballet masterpieces performed by The Russian State Ballet and Orchestra of Siberia.

Sergei Bobrov Artistic Director
Anatoly Tchepurnoi Music Director and Chief Conductor

In a magical new production, this most famous of fantasy ballets opens as night falls on a traditional fireside scene on Christmas Eve. On the stroke of midnight we are transported to an enchanting world where toy dolls come to life as an army of soldiers does battle with a gang of mice and a Nutcracker is transformed into a handsome prince.

Formed in 1981, the Russian State Ballet of Siberia has quickly established itself as one of Russia’s leading ballet companies and has built an international reputation for delivering performances of outstanding quality and unusual depth. The soloists and corps de ballet are superb, and never fail to delight audiences with their breathtaking physical ability and dazzling costumes.

“The staging beautifully compliments Tchaikovsky’s matchless score.” Oxford Times

“Stunning costumes, impressive choreography has you believe fairytales can come true.” Blackpool Gazette