​The Nutcracker performed by the Royal New Zealand Ballet with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra

Christmas comes but once a year, and for the Royal New Zealand Ballet, Christmas 2018 will be extra special, as they stage a national tour of The Nutcracker for the first time since 2010. Offering festive enchantment for all ages, this is a Christmas gift for all the family.

Thursday 6 December 2018: 7:30pm

Friday 7 December 2018: 1:30pm with free pre-performance talk

Saturday 8 December 2018: 1:30pm peformance with free post matinee Q&A

Saturday 8 December 2018: 7:30pm with warm up and curtain up

Sunday 9 December 2018: 3:00pm audio described performance.

Running time is approximately two hours, including a 20 minute interval.