The story of “The Nutcracker” is loosely based on a fantasy story about a girl named Clara, who is given a nutcracker on ...

The story of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King was transformed into a magical ballet in 1892 – and is now a Christmas favourite. A bit like a Tchaikovsky 'Toy Story', the enchanting narrative is ...

Find out more about The Nutcracker ballet, its memorable musical moments, and why it remains a much-loved Christmas tradition. First written to accompany a ballet in 1892, The Nutcracker score is ...

First staged in 1892, the Christmas staple is based ... A young girl named Clara (or Maria depending on the ballet) gets a nutcracker for Christmas, it turns into a prince who fights an army ...