The Nutcracker – A Christmas Carol
Enjoy the Christmas magic!
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Saturday 7. 12.
15:00
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19:00
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19:00
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19:00
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14:00
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18:00
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18:00
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14:00
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18:00
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18:00
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The National Theatre
Approximate running time2 hours 10 minutes, 1 intermission (20 minutes) minutes
PremiereDecember 9, 2004
Tchaikovsky’s ballet The Nutcracker is one of the fixed stars of the classical repertoire of ballet ensembles. Since its premiere in 1892 it has undergone many changes in both the dramaturgical and choreographic conception, yet its popularity among children and adults alike has been constantly growing.
Cast
- 2023-2024
- 2024-2025
Creatives
The Hungarian choreographer and former Artistic Director of Deutsche Oper am Rhein Düsseldorf, Youri Vámos, was inspired by Charles Dickens’s fairy tale and introduced a new staging version of this ballet. The story takes place in 19th-century London and tells of the magic of Christmas in transforming human character.
We firmly believe that this performance will further enrich the festive Christmas atmosphere and will be a beautiful present not only for our youngest audience members.
Orchestra of the National Theatre
Prague Philharmonic Children´s Choir
The Czech National Ballet and students of Ballet Preparatory School of The Czech National Ballet
Photo: Martin Divíšek, Serghei Gherciu
WARNING: The production uses smoke and loud sound effects
Suitable for audience from 5 years.
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The Nutcracker – A Christmas Carol Programme (for children)
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Practical information
Where to buy tickets
The National Theatre sells tickets up to 6 months in advance. We are currently selling tickets for performances of Drama, Ballet, Opera and Laterna magika taking place in July–December 2024.
When purchasing online, you can get an e-ticket. You can pick up printed tickets in person at the box offices of the National Theatre.
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What to wear?
By their appearance, attire and behaviour, the audience is obliged to adhere to the accustomed practice expected from them when attending a theatre performance.
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