Varna International Ballet - The Nutcracker

Varna International Ballet - The Nutcracker tickets and regional UK dates

Varna International Ballet brings its 2027 season of The Nutcracker to UK stages, presenting the classic Christmas Eve fairy-tale with special effects and a live orchestra. The company, founded in 1947 and led by Artistic Director Sergei Bobrov and Chief Conductor Filippo Dessi, is billed as a family ballet.

The story and production

The ballet opens on Christmas Eve as a household settles into the warmth of a firelit room, gifts gathered beneath a decorated tree. At the stroke of midnight, the world shifts: toy dolls animate, the Mouse-King leads his army against the Nutcracker Prince, and the action moves through the Land of Snow into an enchanted realm beyond.

This 2027 production features special effects alongside the choreography. Varna International Ballet performs with its own orchestra, so Tchaikovsky's score is delivered live.

The company

Varna International Ballet and Orchestra was established in 1947 and has performed at home and internationally with a corps de ballet and roster of soloists. The 2027 UK dates represent a return visit following the company's debut tour of Britain. Sergei Bobrov serves as Artistic Director and Filippo Dessi as Music Director and Chief Conductor.

Planning your visit

The production is described as a family ballet. No specific age guidance or running time is provided in the available information, so prospective bookers should check directly with their chosen venue. Access requirements are also best confirmed with the individual venue.

Dates, venues and booking links

These are the dates listed by ATG as checked on 21 September 2026. A date range may contain selected performances, rather than a show every day. Open your chosen venue link for exact times, seats and current prices.

Choosing your tickets

Start with the venue and date that suit your trip, then compare the seats offered by ATG. Check the final total, any restricted-view information and the ticket conditions before paying. Availability and prices can change; the listed run dates do not guarantee seats for every performance.

Plan your theatre visit

Our venue guides cover getting there, seating and access information: Edinburgh Playhouse, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Theatre Royal Brighton, Princess Theatre, Torquay. If you need accessible seating or an assisted performance, check the arrangements for that venue and date with ATG before booking.

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