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Dance

The Nutcracker

BIG Live & United Airlines
(Australia)

16 – 20 Dec 2025

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2hrs

(Intermission: 1 x 20mins)

Esplanade Theatre

Tickets from $73

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Update

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the performances at 2.30pm on 18 & 19 Dec 2025, Thu & Fri, will no longer take place. SISTIC will contact all ticketholders regarding alternative arrangements.

 

Please note that the location has been updated from Esplanade Concert Hall to Esplanade Theatre.

Synopsis

Ballet’s most iconic story, The Nutcracker, is arriving 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 is excited to announce its Singapore debut this December! Witness BIG Live’s world-class dancers from around the globe perform ballet’s greatest Christmas show.

 

In a special surprise for our Singapore audience, international ballet superstars Iana Salenko and Marian Walter will appear as guest principal artists—bringing ballet at its best to Singapore this festive season.

 

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.

Admission Age:
2 and above.
Language: English
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Date & Time

16 Dec 2025, Tue

8pm

Esplanade Theatre

17 Dec 2025, Wed

8pm

Esplanade Theatre

18 Dec 2025, Thu

8pm

Esplanade Theatre

19 Dec 2025, Fri

8pm

Esplanade Theatre

20 Dec 2025, Sat

2.30pm

Esplanade Theatre

8pm

Esplanade Theatre
Tickets & Prices
Standard
Cat 1 $153
Cat 2 $123
Cat 3 $93
Cat 4 $73
Esplanade Box $173

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