Post Performance Q&A
Sat 12 Dec 2026, 1:30 PM
30 Minute Q&A after performance featuring cast and creatives.
Queensland Ballet
The Nutcracker
Glasshouse Theatre, QPAC
9 - 19 Dec 2026
$108 - $200
A transaction fee of $7.50 applies.
2 hours 30 minutes
(including interval, subject to change without notice)
The Nutcracker 2026
A reimagined Christmas tradition begins
Next Christmas, experience a magical new era of The Nutcracker. International choreographer Derek Deane OBE and acclaimed designer Lez Brotherston OBE reimagine the cherished holiday tradition with elegance, theatrical flair, and dazzling new designs. Clara’s enchanting journey unfolds with fresh characters, sumptuous costumes, and breathtaking sets, all set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.
After 14 years, Queensland Ballet ushers in a new chapter of festive wonder with this grand-scale production, created to delight families for generations to come.
Creatives
Derek Deane OBE
Choreographer
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Music
Lez Brotherston OBE
Set and Costume Designer
Damien Cooper
Lighting Designer
Nathaniel Griffiths
Conductor
Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Music performed by
Special Events
Important Information
Accessibility at QPAC
For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through QPAC's Call Centre by calling 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility
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