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About this production
A festive masterpiece. Join Cork City Ballet at the Cork Opera House for a magical journey to the Kingdom of the Sweets. Featuring international principals and a full corps de ballet dancing to Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
Experience the magic of the festive season with Cork City Ballet’s spectacular production of 'The Nutcracker' at the Cork Opera House.
Directed by Alan Foley with exquisite choreography by Yury Demakov, this professional production leads audiences on an enchanting journey through the Land of Snow to the magical Kingdom of the Sweets. Driven by the glorious and enduringly popular score by Tchaikovsky, CCB’s The Nutcracker promises a thrilling spectacle of sumptuous dance delights.
Featuring beautiful international principals, brilliant soloists, and a full professional corps de ballet, this seasonal classic is the perfect festive treat for the entire family. Magnificent costumes and stunning set designs bring the ultimate Christmas ballet to life on the Cork Opera House stage.
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The Director of Cork City Ballet, Alan Foley, also trains the next generation of dancers. Check out our directory listing for the to see their class schedules and syllabus in Cork!
Looking for other performances this season? Our guide to The Nutcracker in Ireland lists every confirmed 2026 production.
Production details
- Age guidance
- Family friendly
- Genre
- Ballet
Also showing
The Nutcracker is also being performed by ZoNa Dance Company (11 – 12 Dec 2026)
The Nutcracker is also being performed by High Points Youth Ballet (13 – 14 Nov 2026)