Royal Ballet & Opera - The Nutcracker

Peter Wright's classic production of this festive family favourite sparkles to the swell of Tchaikovsky's orchestral score, The Royal Ballet Peter Wright's classic production of this festive family favourite sparkles to the swell of Tchaikovsky's orchestral score, alongside the glow and grandeur of Julie Trevelyan Omans period designs. This Season marks Peter Wright’s centenary. This performance was recorded on Wednesday 10th December 2025. At a cosy Christmas party, young Clara meets the mysterious magician Drosselmeyer, who gives her a nutcracker doll. When the guests have departed and the house is asleep, Clara sneaks downstairs in search of her favourite gift. Instead, she finds Drosselmeyer, who whisks her away on a journey into a whole world of enchantment: fantastical landscapes of flurried snow and glittering confection where toys come alive and the magic never stops. Run time 2 hours 20 minutes 1 Interval