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The Nutcracker: Classical ballet for all ages

DEC30
Date
Wednesday 30 December 2026
At 12:00
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Christmas magic comes alive on stage when The Nutcracker takes to the stage at Musikhuset Aarhus. This classical ballet appeals across generations, from young children who still believe in fairy tales to adults who simply love the festive season.

Young Marie receives a remarkable nutcracker from her godfather Drosselmeier. When the clock strikes midnight, the gift leads her on a magical journey from the cheerful Stahlbaum family Christmas party into a fantastical Land of Sweets. Along the way she meets cheeky mice, dancing snowflakes, waltzing flowers, snow queens and sugar fairies, and much more.

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