Paris Opera Ballet: The Nutcracker
Ballet de l’Opéra de Paris: Casse-Noisette
Synopsis
On Christmas Eve, young Clara receives a nutcracker doll and drifts into a dream where toys come alive. Guided by the transformed nutcracker prince, she moves through a world of toy soldiers, rats, and magical creatures, facing her fears and desires. Snowflakes, flowers, and fantastical landscapes frame a vivid choreography set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rudolf Nureyev
- Original Title
- Ballet de l’Opéra de Paris: Casse-Noisette
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Studios
- Opéra National de Paris
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rudolf Nureyev
Department Leadership Roster
Rudolf Nureyev
Director
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What is Paris Opera Ballet: The Nutcracker about?
On Christmas Eve, young Clara receives a nutcracker doll and drifts into a dream where toys come alive. Guided by the transformed nutcracker prince, she moves through a world of toy soldiers, rats, and magical creatures, facing her fears and desires. Snowflakes, flowers, and fantastical landscapes frame a vivid choreography set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score.
Who directed Paris Opera Ballet: The Nutcracker?
Paris Opera Ballet: The Nutcracker was directed by Rudolf Nureyev.
Who stars in Paris Opera Ballet: The Nutcracker?
The principal cast of Paris Opera Ballet: The Nutcracker includes Dorothée Gilbert, Guillaume Diop.
When was Paris Opera Ballet: The Nutcracker released and how long is it?
Paris Opera Ballet: The Nutcracker was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.