Illustration of a felt doll in a red dress on a small toy stage with a nutcracker soldier, snowy trees and a glowing fire (The Nutcracker)
Christmas Shows

The Nutcracker

Audiences experience the classic holiday tale of Clara, her mysterious Nutcracker Prince, the Mouse King battle, and a journey to the Land of Sweets. Set to the score of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the performance features expressive choreography, elaborate hand-painted sets, and costumes created by European designers. An international cast brings the two-act fairytale to the stage with artistry and grand theatrical storytelling.

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 $56 – $171.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm.

Location

Chatham Capitol Theatre · 238 King Street W, Chatham, Ontario N7M 1E7 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families with children and ballet fans

Vibe

Magical and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book tickets ahead if you want to secure seats for this single performance.
  • The performance is suitable for children aged two and older, so families can plan to attend together.
  • Allow for a two-act ballet with one intermission; no total running time is specified.
  • Arrive with enough time to get settled before the performance begins.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can enjoy this performance?

It is suitable for ages two and up and described as a family-friendly performance for audiences of all ages.

What story does the ballet tell?

It follows Clara, her Nutcracker Prince, the battle with the Mouse King and their journey to the Land of Sweets.

What can audiences expect on stage?

United European Ballet performs expressive choreography with hand-painted sets, costumes created by European designers and an international cast.

How is the performance structured?

It is a ballet in two acts with one intermission.

Who performs the ballet?

The production is performed by United European Ballet, with an international cast of dancers.

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