It’s the magical tale of a winter wonderland, dancing snowflakes and the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy … here’s our top five reasons why you should book tickets for The Nutcracker, plus your chance to win a pair of tickets. Now on at the Birmingham Hippodrome.
It’s the ultimate feel-good family festive story … follow Clara through the worlds of her imagination as she drifts off to sleep on Christmas Eve. Whether you’re eight or 80, you’ll be mesmerised by the dashing Nutcracker Prince, the larger-than-life Rat King and the luscious land of sweets.
You’ll see one of the finest ballet companies … watch the stage come alive thanks to the world-class dancers from Birmingham’s very own Royal Ballet company. A visual feast, beautifully told, and certain to whisk you into the pages of a classic fairy tale.
The music is just beautiful … Tchaikovsky’s soaring score is performed by the 50-strong Royal Ballet Sinfonia, who take centre stage in a production that brings the orchestra out from the pit and onto a platform raised above the stage.
The costumes are stunning … a whole host of gorgeous period costumes – under the direction of Elaine Garlick – are created to conjure up a spellbinding fantasy world, allowing the dancers to weave their magic.
And it’s packed with the sparkle and magic … there’s no better way to start your festive celebrations than David Bintley’s extraordinary production; bought to life by Set Designer Dick Bird’s wall of mirrors and beautiful projections by award-winning 59 Productions.
WIN! Two tickets to The Nutcracker at Birmingham Hippodrome
Everyone’s favourite ballet returns to Birmingham Hippodrome this festive season … and we’ve got two tickets up for grabs.
Our lucky winner and a friend will get to experience world-renowned Birmingham Royal Ballet perform this most magical of fairy tales.
Featuring Tchaikovsky’s soaring score performed by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia, you’ll be whisked off on a classic Christmas journey through King Rat’s midnight world to the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
For further information and tickets click HERE
To enter simply answer the following question:
Which world renowned ballet company will be performing The Nutcracker?
1. The Paris Opera Ballet
2. Birmingham Royal Ballet
3. The Bolshoi Ballet
Terms and conditions: No cash alternative will be given for any prize and prizes are not redeemable for cash or exchange. The prize is for the final Nutcracker performance of the season at 6pm on Saturday 11 December. STYLE Birmingham will provide the winner’s name, phone number and email address to Birmingham Royal Ballet. These details will be used solely to arrange prize redemption and then will be permanently deleted. Competition closes 06/12/2021
