The Nutcracker is a classical ballet with music by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, first performed in Saint Petersburg in 1892. Based on E.T.A. Hoffmann's fairy tale, it follows the young girl Marie, who receives a nutcracker on Christmas Eve that turns into a prince in her dream. The second act, a suite of character dances from around the world, has made it one of the most frequently staged ballets in the repertoire.
The Royal Theatre opens the annual Christmas production of The Nutcracker at Gamle Scene on November 20, 2026.
The Royal Ballet tours with George Balanchine's production to Musikhuset Aarhus with performances on December 29 and 30, 2026.
Tivoli's own family ballet with scenography and costumes by Margrethe II returns to Tivoli Concert Hall in Christmas 2026.
International Festival Ballet performs The Nutcracker with live orchestra at Musikhuset Esbjerg on December 3, 2026.
