English National Ballet's 'Nutcracker' to return to the London Coliseum

The English National Ballet's magical Nutcracker is returning to the London Coliseum this December.

Summary

• *Nutcracker* returns to the London Coliseum from Thursday 17 December 2026 - Saturday 9 January 2027
• Soloist Chloe Keneally will dance the role of Clara
• Over 100 dancers and musicians feature in English National Ballet's production

English National Ballet is bringing its magical production of Nutcracker back to the London Coliseum from Thursday 17 December 2026 - Saturday 9 January 2027.

It’s Christmas Eve in Edwardian London. A visit to Drosselmeyer’s Sweets & Delights Emporium introduces Clara to an enchanted Nutcracker doll, setting in motion a magical journey.

Featuring soloist Chloe Keneally as Clara and lead principal Sangeun Lee as Sugar Plum Fairy, over 100 dancers and musicians takes audiences from the streets of London, through a dazzling ice realm, to a grand celebration in honour of the Sugar Plum Fairy in the Land of Sweets and Delights.

Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, Nutcracker will be performed live by English National Ballet Philharmonic.

Choreographed by Artistic Director Aaron S. Watkin and Olivier Award-winner Arielle Smith, this acclaimed version of Nutcracker takes audiences on a fantastical Christmas adventure as they join Clara on a journey of discovery.

Check back for Nutcracker tickets on LondonTheatre.co.uk

Photo Credit: Courtesy of the production