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Nutcracker in a Nutshell: everything you need to know ahead of this festive season
Known worldwide by ballet and non-ballet fans alike, Nutcracker is celebrated as a festive staple, enjoyed by audiences for over a century.
Ballet Gift Ideas from English National Ballet
With English National Ballet's brand-new Nutcracker just around the corner, the festive countdown is on!
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Nutcracker: Liquorice Allsorts (Extract)
The Liquorice Allsorts in our Nutcracker are pure delight with this adorable cast.
Nutcracker: Sugar Plum Fairy Pas de Deux (Extract)
Emma Hawes and Aitor Arrieta light up the stage with timeless beauty and artistry in the Sugar Plum pas de deux.
Nutcracker: Interview with Aaron S. Watkin and Arielle Smith
Choreographers Arielle Smith and Aaron S. Watkin tell us more about their new Nutcracker production.
Nutcracker: Interview with Dick Bird
Listening to Dick Bird’s creative process for Nutcracker is pure inspiration!
The Sleeping Beauty in 360°: The Garland scene
Prepare to be spellbound by The Sleeping Beauty in 360° with The Garland scene from Act I.
The Sleeping Beauty in 360°: The Vision
Prepare to be spellbound by The Sleeping Beauty in 360° with The Vision scene from Act II.
Four Last Songs: Trailer
Simply divine! Here's a look at David Dawson's Four Last Songs which premiered as part of the Our Voices triple bill in September 2023, and returns in R:Evolution in October 2025.
Akram Khan’s Giselle: Trailer
The greatest romantic ballet and its story of love, betrayal, and redemption, boldly reimagined.
Akram Khan’s Giselle: Ceremony (Extract)
A powerful scene from Akram Khan's version of Giselle - when Hilarion (Ken Saruhashi) leads the Outcasts into a dance for the imperious Landlords.
Akram Khan’s Giselle: The Wilis (Extract)
Giselle (Tamara Rojo) encounters the vengeful and chilling Wilis, led by their Queen, Myrtha (Stina Quagebeur).
Akram Khan’s Giselle: The Character of Giselle
Lead Principal Fernanda Oliveira and former Lead Principal Erina Takahashi discuss the lead role in Akram Khan's Giselle - from their favourite moments to their preparations for embodying the character.
