The Nutcracker story stays on the top of the Christmas and New Year list of performances popular both among children and adults. If you come to St. Petersburg for this holiday time, do not to miss the chance to enjoy the music and show, as you can do it at least 3 times in different manner.
The Classical Russian ballet at the Mariinsky theatre is definitely a must-see for all the travelers, and the Nutcracker is on the playbill for more than one month from the middle of December till January 28. It will be performed twice a day on January 2, 4 and 8, so that the midday ballet can be attended together with children as well. Running time 2h45m, 2 intervals.
In 2001 the new dramatic production was presented at the Mariinsky thearte. Libretto and stage plan by Marius Petipa was adapted by Mihail Chemiakin, famous Russian artist and sculptor, after the tale by E. T. A. Hoffmann. Today, the modern ballet is performed on the stage of the new Mariinsky theatre. If you have seen the classical Nutcracker on the old stage, it is definitely the right choice for your cultural program on January 6 and 7. Running time – 2h10m, 1 interval. By the way, these are the Orthodox Christmas dates!
If you are not a ballet fan, do not be upset – you won`t miss anything! The story of the Nutcracker and the Mouse King will be presented by the world`s best figure-skaters on the stage of the Ice Arena in St. Petersburg on January 2-7, twice a day. Ice acrobats, sound and light effects, beautiful costumes will bring you into the atmosphere of festivities.
Book the tickets with us, and enjoy our special Christmas offers for guided tours to the best museums and palaces!
