Clara & The Nutcracker brings to life a beloved Christmas story in a whole new way.

This fulldome immersive experience is inspired by David Nixon CBE's The Nutcracker. It features captivating 360º footage of Northern Ballet’s world-class dancers and behind the scenes footage captured by 4Pi Productions, alongside richly animated fantasy scenes and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, performed by the BBC Concert Orchestra and delivered in surround sound.

Clara & The Nutcracker – Immersive Experience blends tradition with innovation, warmth and wonder. Shaped by research from humanities academics at the University of Oxford and designed for all ages, from families and newcomers to dance lovers and seasoned culture-goers, it offers a thrilling new way for all to experience a timeless festive classic.Discover the magic of Clara's journey from the inside out and explore dance in a whole new way, up close, all around you, and beyond the stage.

12th December 2026 to 9th of January 2027

Multiple performances available. Check the calendar for dates and times.

Running time:

Approximate programme duration 45 minutes.

Age guidance:

Suitable for: All ages (8+ recommended)

*All under 16 attendees must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Tickets:

General Admission: £23 / Concessions: £20.50 (+ £1.50 booking fee per ticket)

Christmas Week: General Admission: £26 / Concessions: £23.50 (+ £1.50 booking fee per ticket)

Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Please note:

This is a seated show. There is no allocated seating for this screening so you can reserve your seat on a first come first served basis.

Doors open 1 hour in advance.

Concession tickets:

Concessions for students, over 65’s and disabled visitors. Proof of ID to be shown at box office.

To book an Access Carer ticket you need to purchase a Disable Access or Wheelchair Access ticket with a valid CEA Card or Hynt identification number to be able to add to your basket. Proof of CEA Card or Hynt to be shown at box office upon entry.

Content warning:

Caution: This show contains several sequences with flashing light effects that may affect people who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or have other light sensitivities.

Clara & The Nutcracker

A co-production between Northern Ballet, 4Pi Productions and the Schwarzman Centre

Written and Directed by

Janire Najera

Storyboard development

Janire Najera & Matt Wright

Original Choreography

David Nixon CBE

Movement Director

Gavin McCaig

Composer

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Dancers

Rachael Gillespie - Clara

Saeka Shirai - Sugar Plum Fairy

Harris Beattie - The Nutcracker

Jonathan Hanks - Cavalier

Executive  Music producer, Sound Design and Mix Engineer

Deri Roberts

Music performed by

BBC Concert Orchestra recorded at Maida Vale Studios

Description supplied by the event organiser.