The magical Christmas tradition for all the family!
This festive season, join Clara on a fantastical adventure where anything is possible. Embark on a journey full of delight and wonder as English National Ballet brings Nutcracker to life with over 100 dancers and musicians.
It’s Christmas Eve in Edwardian London. Clara and her mother are shopping at Drosselmeyer’s Sweets & Delights Emporium where she meets an enchanted Nutcracker doll. They take home liquorice all-sorts, nougat, marzipan and of course, sugarplums, to delight their party guests. As music and laughter fill the house, Clara has a magical sugar plum vision, sparking an adventure in which she bravely defends her home from the Rat King before discovering a dazzling ice realm and its Queen. Step out of the ordinary and follow Clara as she travels to the Land of Sweets & Delights where the Sugar Plum Fairy has arranged a grand celebration in her honour.
“Vibrant” (Financial Times) and “astoundingly pretty” (The London Standard), English National Ballet’s acclaimed production returns to the London Coliseum to bring you a delicious taste of Christmas delight.
Choreographed by Artistic Director, Aaron S. Watkin, and Olivier Award-winner Arielle Smith, this classic festive ballet combines exquisite dancing with spectacular sets and costumes designed by Dick Bird. English National Ballet Philharmonic perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic score live.
From the orchestra warming up, to the final bows and applause, your ticket to magical memories with friends and family awaits!
'A delicious treat from a company on cracking form'The Express
'A real Christmas gift'The Stage
'A solid success'The Guardian
'Hits the sweet spot'The London Standard
'A vibrant new Nutcracker'Financial Times
'It’s impressive, deliciously Christmas Eve-ish stuff'The Telegraph
'Packed with action, colour and character'Broadway World
'The must-see holiday show'Forbes
Performance prices, dates, times and cast are subject to change without notice. Prices shown are starting prices.
Nutcracker 2026 Creative Team
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Aaron S. Watkin
Choreography and Concept
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Arielle Smith
Choreography and Concept
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Dick Bird
Set and Costume Design, Concept
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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Music
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Paul Pyant
Lighting Design
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Leo Flint
Video Design
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John Bulleid
Illusion Designer and Director
Nutcracker Galleries and Trailer
Nutcracker Playlist
Nutcracker FAQs
At the London Coliseum, the classic festive ballet Nutcracker typically runs for 2 hours, including one 20-minute interval.
Tickets for Nutcracker at the London Coliseum start from £27.25 including booking fees, and are subject to availability.
Children under 16: 25% off.
Up to 2 under-16s per full price adult ticket. Not valid on top price seats. All children under 16 must be accompanied and seated next to their responsible adult.
To book with the child price, select your seats, add them to your basket, then click “Change ticket type” and selected the discounted “Child” type.
Yes. Our age guidance for Nutcracker is 5+. Please note that children under 5 are not allowed in the auditorium except at the Family-friendly matinee performance on Saturday 9 January 2027 at 14.30.
Yes. English National Ballet’s Nutcracker is a festive classic ballet.
Choreographed by ENB’s Artistic Director, Aaron S. Watkin, and Olivier Award-winner Arielle Smith, the ballet combines exquisite dancing with spectacular sets and costumes designed by Dick Bird.
Book your tickets to see Nutcracker at the London Coliseum.
Children under 16 years of age will receive a discount of 25% on their tickets. To book a child ticket, select your seats as usual, add them to your basket, then click “Change ticket type” and selected the discounted “Child” type.