The Nutcracker

The English National Ballet's The Nutcracker brings its Christmas magic to the London Coliseum.

The Nutcracker at the London Coliseum

Packed with magical moments, The Nutcracker is one of the greatest of classical ballets and a perennial Christmas favourite. Don't miss your chance to see it in the magical splendour of the London Coliseum, home to the English National Opera.

The Story of The Nutcracker

When young Clara's favourite Christmas present – a nutcracker doll – comes to life, she's drawn into a magical adventure.

Clara, her Nutcracker doll and the magician Drosselmeyer travel to the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of the Sweets.

Enjoy spellbinding ballet as Clara battles with a Mouse King, dances with snowflakes and, of course, falls in love with a handsome Prince.

The Music of The Nutcracker

The eternally popular Tchaikovsky score features the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and many other familiar favourites.

English National Ballet's The Nutcracker in London

English National Ballet's fabulous, family-friendly production of The Nutcracker is vibrant and eccentric. It has wowed audiences in London for 8 consecutive years; this season's production is to be the last.

Designer Gerald Scarfe (best known for his work with Pink Floyd and as a cartoonist for The Sunday Times) and award-winning choreographer Christopher Hampson's magical interpretation of The Nutcracker is the perfect Christmas treat for all the family.