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Nutcracker - Ballet and Orchestra
at Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus, Brussels
Nutcracker - Ballet and Orchestra comes to Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus in Brussels on Friday 5 February 2027 at 20:00. This performance brings together ballet and orchestra in a presentation of the classic Nutcracker story. Experience the combination of live orchestral music and dance as the ballet unfolds on stage at this iconic venue in the Belgian capital.
- Date
- Fri 5 Feb · 20:00
- Promoter
- Capitale Production
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Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus, R de l'Enseignement-Onderrichtsstraat 81, 1000 · Get directions
All dates at Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus
Fri 5 Feb – Sat 6 Feb · Both days at 20:00
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What to expect
Nutcracker - Ballet and Orchestra is a dance performance at Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus, 0.6 km from the centre of Brussels. It is a good pick for ballet and dance lovers.
About the event
From the organiser, as published on Ticketmaster.
Be swept away by the magic of Christmas in Winter 2026–2027 by the great classical ballet The Nutcracker!
Performance Duration: 2h10 including intermission Discover The Nutcracker: Ballet and Orchestra On tour during the 2026–2027 season Step into the holiday magic with The Nutcracker, a timeless masterpiece set to Tchaikovsky's iconic music and Petipa's libretto. Based on Ivanov's legendary choreography and performed by the Paris Ballet Theater, this original Franceconcert production is the must-see event of the 2026–2027 holiday season.
Inspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann's tale, this enchanting story follows young Clara, who receives a nutcracker shaped like a little man as a Christmas gift.
On Christmas Eve, the toy comes to life and leads her on a magical adventure: a battle against mischievous mice, a transformation into a charming prince, and a dreamlike journey through a fairy-tale kingdom where flowers and snowflakes dance. Premiered in December 1892 at the Mariinsky Theatre in St.
Petersburg, this two-act ballet remains one of the most performed in the world, celebrated for its spellbinding music and spectacular choreography. A show to delight children and captivate adults alike.
The perfect gift to celebrate the spirit of Christmas with family and friends. Book your tickets now and let yourself be carried away by this timeless winter tale!
About Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus
Cirque Royal is an entertainment venue in Brussels designed by architect Wilhelm Kuhnen in 1953. The building features a distinctive circular appearance, though it is actually constructed as a regular polygon. With a capacity of 2,000 spectators, it primarily hosts live music shows. The venue operates under both French and Dutch names, reflecting Brussels's bilingual character, and remains an important cultural space for performances in the Belgian capital.
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Quick answers
When is Nutcracker - Ballet and Orchestra?
Friday 5 February 2027, starting at 20:00.
Where is Nutcracker - Ballet and Orchestra?
Cirque Royal - Koninklijk Circus, R de l'Enseignement-Onderrichtsstraat 81, 1000 Brussels.
Are there other dates?
Yes: Saturday 6 February.
