Northern Ballet dancers in The Nutcracker. Photo: Emma Kauldhar
Northern Ballet are back this winter with their traditional festive spectacular The Nutcraker as one child’s Christmas magical dreams come true.
The company will open at Woking New Victoria Theatre on Thursday 10th November and tour to Nottingham Theatre Royal, Norwich Theatre Royal and Hull New Theatre before arriving at Leeds Grand Theatre for their now traditional three week run over the Christmas period.
In the midst of a festive party, as the fire crackles and the pile of presents grows ever higher, Clara is caught up in the warmth and excitement of Christmas and becomes enthralled by her new Nutcracker doll. But, as the clock strikes midnight, her Nutcracker proves to be no ordinary toy.
After saving her Nutcracker from the wily Mouse King, Clara is whisked away on the magical journey of a lifetime through a winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes and the famous Sugar Plum Fairy.
The Nutcracker is choreographed and directed by Northern’s former Artistic Director David Noxo who set it to the famous Tchaikovsky score played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia.
“The Nutcracker is not just a ballet, it is a tradition for many families and generations, a way of having shared memories at a time of year when togetherness turns to the fore.” says David Nixon. “I believe that The Nutcracker offers the perfect festive escapism for every generation, a chance to revel in the child-like magic of Christmas.”
Tickets are now on sale, visit www.northernballet.com/nutcracker to find out more and book.
Tour Dates
Woking New Victoria Theatre
10th – 12th November 2022
Box Office 0333 009 6690*
Nottingham Theatre Royal
16th – 19th November 2022
Box Office 0115 989 5555
Norwich Theatre Royal
22nd – 26th November 2022
Box Office 0160 363 0000
Hull New Theatre
30th November – 3rd December 2022
Box Office 01482 300 306
Leeds Grand Theatre
20th December 2022 – 7th January 2023
Box Office 0113 243 0808
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