The Nutcracker - English National Ballet

English National Ballet presents The Nutcracker in London this Christmas

On an enchanted Christmas Eve, under the heavy boughs of the candlelit tree Clara battles with the Mouse King and falls in love with a handsome Prince. As the air grows colder and snowflakes begin to fall, Clara and her valiant Nutcracker take a balloon ride acrossthe frost-dusted skyline to the glistening Land of Snow where her adventure really begins. Journey back in time with English National Ballet to a frost-covered, gas lit world and join Clara, her Nutcracker doll and the mysterious Drosselmeyer in this traditional, festive tale for all the family.

This production of The Nutcracker, specially created by Artistic Director, Wayne Eagling, and first seen in London in December 2010, is English National Ballet's 10th interpretation of this much-loved classic. A world of Edwardian elegance designed by Peter Farmer brings to life the eternally popular Tchaikovsky score that features the 'Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy' and many other familiar favourites.

A magical, memorable and unmissable Christmas treat.

Other Ballet and Dance shows taking place in London this Christmas and New Year:

• The Snowman: Peacock Theatre from 30 November 2011 to 8 January 2012
• Matthew Bourne's Nutcracker: Sadler's Wells from 6 December 2011 to 22 January 2012
• Strictly Gershwin: English National Ballet at London Coliseum from 4 to 15 January 2012

English National Ballet's The Nutcracker in London at the London Coliseum from 8 to 30 December 2011