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What to expect

After last year's celebrated tour, Crown Ballet® presents The Nutcracker as a festive fairy tale for the whole family, based on E.T.A. Hoffmann's tale about young Marie.

  • Classical ballet by Crown Ballet®
  • Nutcracker puppet becomes a prince
  • Gripping music by Peter I. Tschaikowsky
  • Choreography and festive atmosphere
  • Highlight of the pre-Christmas season
  • Dancers from Europe, Asia and South America
  • Live orchestra in selected venues
  • For young and old
  • A timeless Christmas tradition

Questions

When does The Nutcracker - Classical Ballet with Orchestra start and end?

The Nutcracker - Classical Ballet with Orchestra runs Saturday, 12 December 2026, 19:00.

Where is The Nutcracker - Classical Ballet with Orchestra?

The Nutcracker - Classical Ballet with Orchestra takes place at Stadthalle Castrop-Rauxel, Europaplatz 6-10, Castrop-Rauxel.

How much are tickets for The Nutcracker - Classical Ballet with Orchestra?

Tickets for The Nutcracker - Classical Ballet with Orchestra cost €56 on the official ticket shop.

Is there a live orchestra?

The title says with orchestra.

The description says the ensemble is accompanied by a live orchestra in selected venues.

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Getting there

Stadthalle Castrop-Rauxel, Europaplatz 6-10, 44575 Castrop-Rauxel, DE

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