Nøtteknekkeren – klassisk ballett med strykekvartett

A MAGICAL PRE-CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY The world-famous ballet The Nutcracker is performed by Ukrainian ballet stars – an atmospheric Christmas present that will delight both young and old. Based on E.T.A. Hoffmann’s fairy tale about Clara and the Nutcracker, and with music by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, this classic has become one of the world’s most beloved ballets since 1892. Today, The Nutcracker is a firm Christmas tradition on theater and opera stages around the world. The audience is taken into an enchanting tale of childhood, dreams and the battle between good and evil – where love ultimately triumphs. Dancing snowflakes, toy soldiers, the Mouse King and the Sugar Plum Fairy are brought to life in a visual and musical experience filled with magic and imagination. A touching story Follow Clara on her adventurous journey on Christmas Eve, where she meets her prince, fights mice and rats, and is taken to the wonderful Sugar Plum Fairy. The story is more than a Christmas fairy tale – it is a touching tale of growing up, conveyed through the universal language of dance. A perfect first ballet The Nutcracker is an ideal performance for children and first-time visitors. At the same time, it offers great artistic quality that will also excite adults. Artistic quality in every way The performance is based on Marius Petipa’s classic choreography and is performed by Etoile Production – founded by soloists from the Kharkiv Opera and Ballet Theatre in Ukraine. Featuring award-winning dancers from some of Europe's leading companies, the production is characterized by: Top-level professional ballet dancers Authentic, hand-sewn costumes Elaborate set design and lighting design Musical accompaniment with both a live string quartet and orchestral recording The live string quartet on stage creates a special closeness and gives the performance a warm and intimate Christmas atmosphere.