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The Australian Ballet: The Nutcracker

  • Seasonal Sparks
  • Arts + Culture

$38Child

The Nutcracker

Experience the Magic of Christmas with The Nutcracker at the Sydney Opera House

Step into a world of enchantment this festive season with Sir Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker, a timeless ballet that captures the wonder and spirit of Christmas. Performed by The Australian Ballet at the iconic Sydney Opera House, this production stays true to the 19th-century original, bringing Tchaikovsky’s captivating score to life.

Follow Clara as her Nutcracker doll transforms and whisks her away on an extraordinary adventure through a dreamlike realm filled with battling soldiers, swirling snowflakes, and the delightful Land of Sweets. The exquisite designs by John F. Macfarlane, from a towering Christmas tree to the Sugar Plum Fairy’s shimmering gown, create a picture-perfect backdrop for this magical tale.

Celebrate the holidays by introducing your family to the joy of ballet, or start a new tradition with this must-see Christmas performance. The Nutcracker is the perfect way to embrace the season’s spirit and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Ideal For

  • 30 Nov - 18 Dec 2024
  • All Ages
  • Arts + Culture
  • Dreamer

Location

Sydney Opera House, Sydney NSW, Australia

FAQs

  1. Accessibility: Actively welcomes people with access needs.
  2. Opening: Foyers will be open 90 minutes pre-show for Concert Hall and Joan Sutherland Theatre performances, and two hours pre-show for Western Foyer venue performances. Refreshments will be available for purchase from our theatre bars.