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Rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 10 reviews

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Ballet’s most iconic story, The Nutcracker is returning, this Christmas!

Journey to the magical Land of Sweets this festive season and indulge in the spirit of Christmas tradition.  

After a sell-out 2024 season, BIG Live returns to Sydney at the State Theatre for an extended season of The Nutcracker. Witness BIG Live’s world-class dancers from around the globe perform ballet’s greatest Christmas show. 

Be mesmerised by the breathtaking snowflakes and the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy as they perform with dazzling costumes and exquisite sets.

Every moment will captivate you and your family’s imagination. Fill your hearts with the Christmas spirit this December with BIG Live’s iconic production of The Nutcracker!

Presented by BIG Live in association with United Airlines.

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Rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 10 reviews
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  • Great show

    by Ness on 4/12/25State Theatre - SydneyRating: 4 out of 5

    The show was absolutely amazing. Very talented dancers. I would have given 5 stars,however they need to enforce strict lock out rules,as a few people came late and then walk in front of people trying to watch, one group didn't even try to be quick about sitting down.

  • Nutcracker

    by Avid Concert Viewer on 4/12/25State Theatre - SydneyRating: 5 out of 5

    Beautiful ballet in a beautiful old theatre. Really enjoyed the show.

  • The Nutcracker

    by GretasGirl on 4/12/25State Theatre - SydneyRating: 5 out of 5

    The performance was wonderful. The ensemble of dancers were sensational. Brilliant seats. Altogether a most delightful experience at the State Theatre in Sydney.

  • It was Wonderful

    by Anna on 4/12/25State Theatre - SydneyRating: 5 out of 5

    The Show was captivating, and the ballet dancers were very good,graceful and elegant a joy to watch, just the thing to spread the Christmas spirit

  • Wonderful show

    by D&J on 4/12/25State Theatre - SydneyRating: 5 out of 5

    We both loved the show. The costumes, talent and music. Highly entertaining couple of hours.

  • Delightful performance

    by Edith on 4/12/25State Theatre - SydneyRating: 5 out of 5

    Was a delightful and magical show, transported you to the beautiful world of Clara and her dream. The dancers were very talented and of course, the music is an absolute favourite. Would recommend to anyone

  • Not bad

    by Frank on 3/12/25State Theatre - SydneyRating: 4 out of 5

    Quite an enjoyable night. Synchronisation of some of the ballerinas could be improved.

  • A wonderful evening

    by Ann on 2/12/25State Theatre - SydneyRating: 5 out of 5

    The show was great, but I would think twice again about going to shows at the State Theatre because there is no facility for guests who have back and knee problems..ie NO LIFT only hard steps with inadequate railings. The show was great, costumes beautiful, dancers excellent and the music was fantastic. We had a wonderful evening.

  • Wonderful Sunday afternoon

    by Janny on 1/12/25State Theatre - SydneyRating: 5 out of 5

    What a wonderful experience. I brought my 6 year old granddaughter and she was captivated by th whole performance. Only one negative it was cast as running time 2 hours 30 minutes in fact it was just 2 hours.

  • Absolutely amazing

    by JudyG on 10/11/24Palais Theatre - St KildaRating: 5 out of 5

    I went to the ballet with my daughter. The ballet was so good the audience was yelling out at the end. I did not want this ballet to finish. A special shout out to the children in the ballet. They were so good. It is possible that the people yelling were parents, but it didn't matter, even if it was the parents the ballet company was fantastic.