Illustration of theatre curtains opening on a snowy stage set with dancers as the audience applauds (The Nutcracker: Ballet and Orchestra)

The Nutcracker: Ballet and Orchestra

Audiences watch the Paris Ballet Theater perform Tchaikovsky's classic two-act ballet featuring choreography by Ivanov. The story follows young Clara, whose gift nutcracker comes to life on Christmas night, battles an army of mischievous mice, and turns into a prince. The production showcases new stage sets, including snow falling in a frozen forest, a parlor Christmas tree that suddenly grows, and fireworks over a castle.

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franceconcert.fr

When

Ages

All ages

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Location

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Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and ballet lovers of all ages

Vibe

Magical and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Allow a little over two hours for the ballet, which runs two hours and ten minutes including one interval.
  • Bring the whole family, as the show is made to enchant young children and fascinate adults at the same time.
  • Consider tickets as a Christmas present, since the show is billed as a perfect gift for celebrating the season with family or friends.
  • Tell the children the story beforehand: Clara's nutcracker comes alive on Christmas night, fights an army of mice and becomes a prince.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Brand-new sets this season, with snow falling in a frozen forest, a parlor tree that suddenly grows, and fireworks over a castle.

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Run by Le Zénith d'Auvergne

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the performance?

Two hours and ten minutes, including one interval.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes. The show is made to enchant little ones and fascinate grown-ups, and it's billed as a way to celebrate Christmas with family or friends.

Who performs it?

The Paris Ballet Theater dances Ivanov's choreography to Tchaikovsky's music and Petipa's libretto, in an original Franceconcert production.

What is the story?

Based on E.T.A. Hoffmann's tale, it follows young Clara, who is given a nutcracker shaped like a little man. On Christmas night it comes to life, battles an army of mischievous mice and turns into a prince. Then it takes her through a fairy kingdom where flowers and snowflakes come alive and dance.

What's new in this production?

Brand-new sets: snow falls on the dancers in a frozen forest, the Christmas tree in the parlor suddenly grows, and fireworks sparkle over a grand castle.

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