Nutcracker
London Coliseum, London
The magical Christmas tradition for all the family!
Thu 17 Dec 2026 - Sun 10 Jan 2027
Suitable for 5-100 years
This festive season, step into a world where anything is possible. Join Clara on a fantastical adventure as English National Ballet’s Nutcracker bursts to life with over 100 dancers and musicians.
It’s Christmas Eve in Edwardian London. A visit to Drosselmeyer’s Sweets & Delights Emporium introduces Clara to an enchanted Nutcracker doll, setting in motion a magical journey. From a glittering Christmas party to a battle with the Rat King, Clara is swept away to a dazzling ice realm and the Land of Sweets & Delights, where the Sugar Plum Fairy hosts a grand celebration in her honour.
“Vibrant” (Financial Times) and “astoundingly pretty” (The London Standard), English National Ballet’s acclaimed production premiered in 2024. It returns to the London Coliseum to bring you a delicious taste of Christmas delight.
Choreographed by Artistic Director, Aaron S. Watkin, and Olivier Award-winner Arielle Smith, this classic festive ballet combines exquisite dancing with spectacular sets and costumes designed by Dick Bird. English National Ballet Philharmonic perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic score live.
3 Reasons to see
- A sugar-spun adventure with over 100 dancers and musicians.
- Magical memories guaranteed - the perfect treat for all the family.
- The sound of Christmas – Tchaikovsky’s score performed by English National Ballet Philharmonic.
Reviews
'A delicious treat from a company on cracking form' - The Express
'A real Christmas gift' - The Stage
'A solid success' - The Guardian
'Hits the sweet spot' - The London Standard
'A vibrant new Nutcracker' - Financial Times
'It’s impressive, deliciously Christmas Eve-ish stuff' - The Telegraph
From the orchestra’s first notes to the final bows, Nutcracker is your ticket to magical memories with friends and family!
Children under 16 get 25% off tickets.
Up to 2 under 16s per full price adult ticket. Not valid on top price seats. All children under 16 must be accompanied and seated next to their responsible adult.
To book with the child price, select your seats, add them to your basket, then click “Change ticket type” and selected the discounted “Child” type.
Family-friendly performance:
Saturday 9 January 2027, 14.00.
Children under 5 are allowed in the auditorium for this performance. Children under 16 only pay the booking fee (max 2 per full paying adult).
Schools performance:
Thursday 7 January 2027, 13.30.
This performance welcomes school groups.
Relaxed performance:
Thursday 7 January 2027, 13.30.
This performance supports and accepts noise and movement within the auditorium during the show, re-entry as needed, and access to a chill-out space outside the auditorium. The house lights and sound levels may be adjusted throughout the production.
Additional information
Age guidance: 5+
Note: children under 5 are not allowed in the auditorium, except at the Family-Friendly performance.
For more information, please contact the London Coliseum on 020 7845 9300 or box.office@londoncoliseum.org
What makes London Coliseum family friendly
Air conditioned
Bar
Disabled toilets
Infrared hearing loop
Toilets
Wheelchair accessible
Address and Contact Info
London Coliseum
St Martin's Lane
London
WC2N 4ES
Nearest Station: Leicester Square
from
£27.25
per person