The magicalballet The Nutcracker returns to the capital and makes its traditional winter appearance on stage. A true musical and choreographic masterpiece, it has been enchanting young and old alike since 1892, with the spellbinding and legendary music of Pyotr Tchaikovsky, based on Hoffmann's tale and choreographed by Marius Petipa.
This winter, you can catch this timeless, iconic fairy tale at the Grand Rex on November 14 and 15, 2025, or at the Théâtre du 13ème Art from December 23, 2025 to January 3, 2026.
On Christmas Eve, little Marie receives a nutcracker from her uncle. As night falls, the toys begin to move and the little girl is swept up in a whirlwind of extraordinary adventures. A tale staged by the British Festival Ballet, which has been representing the magic of Christmas for centuries, with magnificent costumes and varied, graceful choreography, offering an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
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Dates and Opening Time
From November 14, 2025 to January 3, 2026
Location
Grand Rex
1 Boulevard Poissonnière
75002 Paris 2
Prices
€32.8 - €75
Official website
www.legrandrex.com



Christmas 2025 family shows in Paris: magical ideas not to be missed


Not-to-be-missed operas and ballets in Paris and the Ile-de-France region














