About
De Notenkraker is a puppet show at Théâtre Royal du Peruchet in Elsene on selected dates from 5 to 29 December 2026. Shows start at 15:00, are in French and recommended from age 3.
What to expect
On Christmas Eve, the Grossermeyer family is busy preparing for the celebration when Clara's gift turns into Prince Nutcracker, who invites her to dream and travel.
Clara flies with a magic ring into a dream of the Snow and Sugar Fairies and far lands, and the ballet gives way to a child's dream.
- Based on Hoffmann's fairy tale
- Music by Tchaikovsky
- Puppets play and dance
- A Christmas fairy tale
- Performed in French
- Recommended from 3 years
Dates
Questions
When does De Notenkraker start and end?
De Notenkraker runs Saturday, 5 December 2026, 15:00 until 16:30.
Where is De Notenkraker?
De Notenkraker takes place at Théâtre Royal du Peruchet, Woudlaan 50, Elsene.
How much are tickets for De Notenkraker?
Tickets for De Notenkraker cost from €12 on the official ticket shop.
What language is the show in?
The performance is in French.
What age is it for?
Recommended from 3 years.
How long is the show?
Each performance runs from 15:00 to 16:30.
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Getting there
Théâtre Royal du Peruchet, Woudlaan 50, 1050 Elsene, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BE
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