Birmingham Royal Ballet’s evergreen production of The Nutcracker has been part of the City’s Christmas tradition for over 27 years and returns to Birmingham Hippodrome this November.
Join young Clara as she is swept away into an enchanting winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes and a Sugar Plum Fairy. Her magical Christmas tree and her handsome prince with his army of toy soldiers are an unforgettable delight. In this most festive ballet, gigantic sets, lavish costumes, 60 dancers and a full orchestra combine to make the perfect Christmas treat for the entire family.
This world-famous production by Sir Peter Wright, with exquisite designs by John Macfarlane, is acclaimed as one of the best.
Price
Prices and discounts subject to changeRunning Time
Approx. 2 hours 15 mins with one interval
Age guidance
5+ No under 3s admitted.
Family offer- up to two under-16s half price with every full paying adult, eee Discounts & Concessions above for details.
Boxes for this production are on sale. Please contact us on 0844 338 5000 to book (calls cost 4.5p per min plus access charge).
Performances
CONCESSIONS
We offer a range of discounts and concessions to enable everyone to enjoy an affordable visit to Birmingham Hippodrome. For further queries on the information below please contact Ticket Sales on 0844 338 5000. Calls cost 4.5p/min plus access charge.
FAMILY OFFER
Up to 2 Under 16s HALF PRICE with every full-paying adult (limited availability, excludes price band A+, Friday – Sunday performances).
Please call 0844 338 5000 to book or visit Ticket Sales in person. Calls cost 4.5p/min plus access charge. This offer is not available online.
GROUPS
Sun – Fri performances (excludes Price Band A+)
Groups 10-19 save 10%
Groups 20+ save 15% plus 1 FREE ticket
Call our dedicated Group Sales Team on 0844 338 7000 or email groupsales@birminghamhippodrome.com for more information and to book now!
CLICK HERE for further information on Group Bookings
SCHOOLS & YOUTH GROUPS
Fri 23 Nov 7.30pm, then Tue – Thu performances
Parties of 10 or more pay £16.50 plus (Price Bands C-E) plus 1 teacher goes FREE. Price includes one ice cream per ticket and £1 transaction charge per ticket.
Call the Schools Hotline on 0844 338 7000 for more information and to book now. CLICK HERE for further information on School Bookings
BRB FRIENDS
10% off the ticket price. One discounted ticket per Friend per production.
Valid subject to availability on Sun – Fri performances, Price Bands A+-E.
UNWAGED, UNDER 18s and SENIORS
£3 off price band A, £4 off price bands B-D.
Limited availability on Sun – Fri performances, Price Bands A-C.
CONCESSIONS FOR PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES
£5 off standard price tickets in all seating areas.
2 for 1 for disabled patrons who require the service/support of a companion.
CLICK HERE for more information on our Access Performances
STANDBY TICKETS
24 hours prior to a performance, best available seats for lowest price, maximum 2 per booker.
Available to full-time students with valid ID (NUS/College or University card with photo and expiry date) or Passport to Leisure card holders with a valid Passport to Leisure card (with expiry date). Offer subject to availability.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Discounts and Concessions are offered subject to availability at the discretion of the Information and Sales Manager. Top three price bands only, unless otherwise stated. Restrictions may apply. Only one discount per ticket may apply, unless otherwise stated. Offers are non retrospective and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid ID must be presented where applicable. Additional discounts may be offered from time to time.
We strive to provide access for all
For dates of audio-described, captioned or British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted performances, please see below. These vary from show to show. It is always best to book through our Access phone line 0121 689 1060 when booking assisted performances.
- Audio Described: Sat 24 Nov 2018, 2.30pm
- Touch Tour: Sat 24 Nov 2018 at 10.30am. Touch Tours give visually impaired patrons the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the set, props and costumes. Tours must be booked in advance through Ticket Sales.
Concessions for patrons with disabilities
£5 off standard price tickets in all seating areas.
2 for 1 for disabled patrons who require the service/support of a companion.
Limited availability.
CLICK HERE for more information on our Accessible Performances
Free Pre-Performance Talk for audience members – Fri 30 Nov, 6.30pm
Learn more about the show from the people behind the scenes and on the stage. This pre-performance talk will explain the ideas, thoughts and hard work which go into making Birmingham Royal Ballet’s production such an interesting and exciting evening.
The pre-performance talk will last approximately 30 minutes.
Class on Stage – Sat 24 Nov, 11.45am
Ever wondered just how ballet dancers do what they do? This is your chance to look behind the scenes and watch Birmingham Royal Ballet’s talented dancers in their final preparations for a performance of world class dancing. Tickets £10* (Free to BRB Friends)
*Where applicable, a 6% transaction fee may apply (excl.cash sales in person)
FREE Audience Open Day – Sat 24 Nov, 12 – 2.30pm
A unique chance to have fun, get involved and peek behind the scenes, Audience Open Days are free to all matinee ticket holders!
"Simply magnificent – unrivalled for Christmas spectacle"
The Stage
"No other version comes close"
Sunday Times
"Delivers the wow-factor year on year"
Birmingham Post