On Sunday, 28 December 2025, at the Teatro Duse in Bologna, The Nutcracker takes the stage, bringing to life one of the most beloved Christmas tales with all the magic of great classical ballet: The Nutcracker, the choreographic masterpiece by Marius Petipa with music by the genius Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
Inspired by the fantastical story by E.T.A. Hoffmann, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, the ballet transports audiences into an enchanted world where dream and reality intertwine. Among dancing snowflakes, fairy-tale realms, and toys that come to life, young Clara embarks on an unforgettable journey celebrating the wonder of childhood and the power of imagination.
With its fairy-tale sets, sparkling costumes, and Tchaikovsky’s unmistakable score — which includes iconic pieces such as the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Waltz of the Flowers — The Nutcracker is a performance that captivates all generations. An unmissable event filled with dance, music, and the magic of Christmas.
Map
The Nutcracker | Teatro Duse
Teatro Duse - Via Cartoleria 42
40124 Bologna
Telephone: +39 051 231836
Email: biglietteria@teatroduse.it
Site/minisite/other: https://teatroduse.it/spettacoli/lo-schiaccianoci-balletto-classico/
Interests
- Music & Exhibition
Timetables
First show: 4:00 p.m.
Second show: 9:00 p.m.
