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A puppet show after Hoffmann's fairy tale, with music by Tchaikovsky. Clara's toy prince takes her on a dream journey. The show is in French, recommended from 3 years.

What to expect

The story follows Hoffmann's fairy tale with music by Tchaikovsky.

Clara's toy turns into Prince Notenkraker and takes her to the Snow Fairy and the Sugar Fairy.

  • Puppets play and dance
  • Performed in French
  • Recommended from 3 years
  • Runs 15:00 to 16:30

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.

From what age is the show recommended?

The show is recommended from 3 years.

What is the story about?

On Christmas Eve, Clara looks at the tree and the presents, and one gift moves.

A toy comes out of the paper and becomes a young prince.

Prince Notenkraker invites Clara to dream and travel the world.

She falls asleep and flies off with a magic ring to the Snow Fairy and the Sugar Fairy.

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Getting there

Théâtre Royal du Peruchet, Woudlaan 50, 1050 Elsene, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BE

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