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What to expect

The British Festival Ballet performs The Nutcracker with an international cast, set to Tchaikovsky's score.

  • Clara receives a mysterious nutcracker on Christmas Eve
  • The toy comes to life and battles the Mouse King
  • A swirling snowfall and the Waltz of the Flowers
  • Character dances in an enchanted realm
  • Accessible to all audiences

Questions

When does The Nutcracker start and end?

The Nutcracker runs Sunday, 6 December 2026, 14:00.

Where is The Nutcracker?

The Nutcracker takes place at Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus, R de l'Enseignement-Onderrichtsstraat 81, Brussels.

How much are tickets for The Nutcracker?

Tickets for The Nutcracker cost from €39 on the official ticket shop.

Is it suitable for children and families?

The production is described as accessible to all audiences and a festive evening to share with family and friends.

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Getting there

Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus, R de l'Enseignement-Onderrichtsstraat 81, 1000 Brussels, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BE

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