The Nutcracker 2027

This is next year's Dublin Nutcracker. The State Ballet of Georgia returns to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in November 2027, and tickets go on sale on Friday 13 November 2026, so you can book a whole year ahead. Looking for a Nutcracker this Christmas? Every 2026 production is in our guide to The Nutcracker in Ireland 2026.

On a magical Christmas Eve, Clara's world fills with wonder. Toy soldiers spring to life, the Christmas tree grows sky-high and a daring battle with the Mouse King breaks out. Then the snowflakes swirl, and Clara and her Nutcracker Prince travel through an enchanted winter kingdom to the Land of Sweets, where the Sugar Plum Fairy is waiting.

The State Ballet of Georgia returns to Dublin with a company of 60, following a season at Lincoln Center in New York. Every note of Tchaikovsky's score, from the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy to the Waltz of the Flowers, is played live by the RTÉ Concert Orchestra. It's a lovely way to bring the whole family into the festive season.

There are eight performances: Tuesday 9 to Friday 12 November at 7.30pm, Saturday 13 November at 2.30pm and 7.30pm, and Sunday 14 November at 1pm and 5pm. Each runs about two hours, including an interval.

Tickets start at €36. A Ticketmaster presale opens at 9am on Wednesday 11 November 2026, and general sale follows on Friday 13 November. Under 16s must come with an adult aged 18 or over, and under 3s are not admitted. The production may use strobe lighting, flashing lights, smoke and haze.