George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
Audiences follow young Marie on a Christmas night journey from her family's holiday party to the Land of Sweets, guided by her magical nutcracker. The production features fearsome mice, swirling snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and the Sugarplum Fairy alongside Tchaikovsky's celebrated orchestral score. In the theatre foyer, visitors can spot ballet slippers transformed into Christmas trees.
Nov 20 – Dec 22, 2026 Recommended from 6 years 150–915 DKK, including service fees.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
19:30 on Fri Nov 20; Wed Nov 25; Thu Nov 26; Fri Nov 27; Wed Dec 2; Thu Dec 3; Fri Dec 4; Wed Dec 9; Thu Dec 10; Fri Dec 11; Wed Dec 16; Thu Dec 17; Fri Dec 18; and Tue Dec 22. 13:00 and 17:00 on Sat Nov 21; Sun Nov 22; Sat Nov 28; Sun Nov 29; Sat Dec 5; Sun Dec 6; Sat Dec 12; Sun Dec 13; Sat Dec 19; and Sun Dec 20.
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Location
Tips & Advice
- Book early for your preferred performance: several dates are marked as having few tickets remaining.
- Visit the Old Stage box office on a performance day if needed; in-person service starts two hours before showtime.
- Consider the behind-the-scenes Nutcracker tour to extend your visit; it is offered in Danish during the production’s run.
- Plan for a two-hour performance with one intermission, allowing enough time for the full ballet and break.
- Keep the age guidance in mind: the production is recommended for children aged six and older.
Special Events & Promotions
- A separate guided tour, “Behind the scenes: The Nutcracker” (in Danish), is offered during the performance run.
- Saturday and Sunday performances include daytime sessions; the other listed dates have evening performances.
Links & Contact
Run by Det Kongelige Teater
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Frequently Asked Questions
What age is the ballet recommended for?
It is recommended for ages six and up and described as a ballet for the whole family.
How long is the performance?
The ballet lasts two hours, including one intermission.
Should visitors book tickets ahead?
Some performances are marked as having few tickets remaining, so booking ahead is advisable.
Is there another way to explore the production?
A Danish-language behind-the-scenes guided tour is offered during the ballet’s run.
What happens in this version of The Nutcracker?
Marie’s Christmas gift takes her from a family party on a magical journey to the Land of Sweets, where she encounters mice, snowflakes, flowers and the Sugarplum Fairy.
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