About Dance Track Community: The Nutcracker Ticket Offer
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At the stroke of midnight on Christmas Eve, Clara tiptoes downstairs and is swept away on an unforgettable magical journey…
At her parents’ lavish Christmas party, Clara is given a mysterious Nutcracker Doll. Once all the guests have left, she sneaks downstairs to find her present and comes face-to-face with the fearsome King Rat, ready to do battle with the Nutcracker and his band of toy soldiers. As soon as King Rat is vanquished, Clara is whisked away on a magical adventure with the Nutcracker, travelling through swirling snowflakes to an enchanting kingdom where she is transformed into the Sugar Plum Fairy.
Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, performed live by the 60-strong Royal Ballet Sinfonia, provides the captivating soundtrack to this festive classic.
This sumptuous and timeless production boasts daring swordfights, falling snow, magic, and a 30-foot Christmas tree. Whether you’re yearning for a hint of nostalgia or looking to start a whole new tradition for your family and friends, plan ahead ready to start your 2026 festive season in style.
Running time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Rosanna Ely as Clara. © Manvir Rai.
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£20 Tickets for The Nutcracker
We're delighted to offer specially discounted £20 tickets for select performances at Birmingham Hippodrome. To book your tickets simply click below and select your preferred date and time, then proceed to purchase your tickets (max 5 per customer; first-come, first-served).
Thank you for booking. We will email you after ticket sales close with details about where to pick up your tickets.
If you have any questions please contact us at katehowells@brb.org.uk
Age advisory: 8+
Please note, children under the age of three cannot be admitted to Birmingham Hippodrome.
For this offer you cannot choose your seats, however if you'd like to sit near a friend who is also booking please let us know during checkout when prompted.