THE NUTCRACKER SCREENS THIS CHRISTMAS

This image: Alexander Campbell as The Nutcracker, Francesca Hayward as Clara in The Nutcracker © ROH, 2013 Photographed by Tristram Kenton
Top Image: Meaghan Grace Hinkis as Clara in The Nutcracker, The Royal Ballet © ROH Tristram Kenton, 2013. Image by AKA © ROH 2016

Event Cinemas and Village Cinemas in partnership with Trafalgar Releasing will exclusively screen The Royal Opera House THE NUTCRACKER  this December at nineteen cinemas across Australia as part of the Royal Opera House 2017/18 Live Cinema Season.

Featuring filmed performances from the world-renowned Royal Opera House in London, the program presents the very best opera and ballet from the iconic venue, captured in jaw-dropping detail for Australian audiences to enjoy as if they were there themselves.

Danced to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, the beautiful classical ballet will take audiences for a wonderful Christmas adventure alongside Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker doll.

 A firm family favourite with Tchaikovsky’s mesmerizing score, a Christmas tree that magically grows, a battle between toy soldiers and an Army of Mice, and the famous role of the Sugar Plum Fairy danced by Royal Ballet Principal Sarah Lamb with her Prince, Principal dancer Steven McRae, this event presented by Darcey Bussell is not to be missed.          

 Peter Wright’s enchanting production tells the story of Clara, danced by Royal Ballet Principal Francesca Hayward, whose Christmas is transformed by a visit from Drosselmeyer, a mysterious magician and maker of magical toys.  Drosselmeyer longs to break a curse that has turned his nephew, danced by Australian Principal Alexander Campbell, into a nutcracker doll.

Matched with exquisite designs and world-famous melodies, this production of THE NUTCRACKER has enthralled audiences for over 30 years since its opening in 1984. It showcases the full energy of the Company, alongside the emerging talent of young dancers from The Royal Ballet School. The stunning costumes, numbering around 600 and dating back to the world-premiere, are revitalized for the show.

Peter Wright’s THE NUTCRACKER (16, 17 and 20 December) will screen at the following cinemas  Bondi Junction, Burwood, Castle Hill, Cronulla, Macquarie.

For tickets and further information visit www.eventcinemas.com.au/roh and www.villagecinemas.com.au