The Nutcracker at the Ian Potter State Theatre

Sir Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker is a magical production of the cherished festive ballet that remains faithful to the 19th-century original.
Tchaikovsky’s famous score draws us into Clara’s story, a young ballet student celebrating Christmas Eve with her family, complete with whirling snowflakes, a growing Christmas tree, and a Sugar Plum Fairy in luscious candy-floss pink.
World-renowned designer John F Macfarlane exquisitely evokes this picture-perfect ballet world.
It’s the perfect way to rediscover childlike holiday joys or create your own family tradition. Newly announced for Melbourne and returning to Sydney this festive season.
Exact times and dates to be confirmed. Please check the website for details.


