Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker returns to the London Coliseum this December in another bewitching production by the English National Ballet.

It’s Christmas Eve in Edwardian London and Clara is playing with her enchanted nutcracker doll. Together, Clara and her brave Nutcracker discover an incredible world where they meet a handsome stranger and battle the evil Mouse King. As the snow begins to fall, Clara and Nutcracker take a hot air balloon across London to the spectacular Land of Snow.

Featuring an extraordinary cast of over 100 world-class dancers and musicians, the choreography, score and sets of this quintessential Christmas ballet will truly transport you.

Hailed as one of the best productions of The Nutcracker yet, don’t miss your chance to see this festive treat at one of the West End’s most iconic venues.

Book tickets for you and the family today!

★★★★★ If you are looking for the best for your Christmas dance treat, this is it.” - The Sunday Express
★★★★
“Dashingly inventive... At the final lift, cheers rise to the rafters” - Evening Standard
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“Delicately charming” - Financial Times

Booking Information

No food or drink purchased off-site including alcohol, soft drinks and water are permitted inside the theatre.

Cast

Concept and Choreography: Wayne Eagling

Concept: Toer van Schayk

Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Design: Peter Farmer

Lighting: David Richardson

 

Duration

2 hours 15 minutes including one interval.

 

A child friendly performance will take place on Sunday 30th December at 2pm. Children of all ages are welcome during this performance. 

Location

London Coliseum

London Coliseum, 33 St Martin's Lane, Westminster, London, WC2N 4ES

Additional Details & FAQ

Cancellation Policy

There are no exchanges or refunds available after purchase.

How Does It Work

You will receive a confirmation via email, please bring this with you to the venue. 

Suitable For Children

The venue do not permit children under 5 years old.

A child friendly performance will take place on Sunday 30th December at 2pm. Children of all ages are welcome during this performance.

Where Do I Go

London Coliseum 

St Martins Lane, London, WC 4ES

By tube:

Charing Cross (5 minutes walk)

Leicester Square (4 minutes walk)

Covent Garden (7 minutes walk)

Embankment (7 minutes walk)

Reviews

4.6(50 reviews)
  • NLW

    Jan 16, 2019

    I’ve always wanted to see a ballet and thought Nutcracker would be the perfect Christmassy one to watch. The parts with the story were magical and I loved it. But the middle part where it was just ballet, yes very talented but very much the same, I started to lose interest. However my sister in law loved it all. So personal preference I suppose

  • Valerie

    Jan 15, 2019

    I went to Children's performance with 2 granddaughters, age 7 and 5, who both loved the ballet and were mesmerised. The Coliseum is in an ideal location too.

  • Lisa

    Jan 7, 2019

    My first ballet experience, and it was fantastic. I am looking forward to booking something similar in the near future.

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