Place des Arts | Casse-Noisette 2026 | Les Grands Ballets

Choreographed by Fernand Nault to the sumptuous score by Pyotr Tchaikovsky and inspired by E. T. A. Hoffmann’s tale, The Nutcracker has become much more than a ballet over the decades: a cherished family holiday tradition. Its staging brings timeless poetry and a human warmth that audiences delight in rediscovering year after year. On Christmas Eve, Clara receives a curious gift: a nutcracker. Once the household falls asleep, everything changes. Toys come to life, rats appear, and the young girl watches her nutcracker come alive and lead her on an extraordinary journey, from the snowy landscapes of the Kingdom of Snow to the sparkling wonders of the Kingdom of Sweets. Bringing together nearly 165 performers accompanied by the Orchestre des Grands Ballets, this grand production is a celebration of wonder that continues to delight children and adults alike.