WATCH: Sofia Liñares rehearses the Sugar Plum Fairy solo

News & Stories 8 Oct 2026

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Step into the studio and watch Soloist Sofia Liñares rehearse the timeless Sugar Plum Fairy solo from The Nutcracker.

The Nutcracker runs from Friday 20 November to Saturday 12 December 2026 at Birmingham Hippodrome. Don’t miss Birmingham’s perfect festive treat – book your tickets now!

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