We are pleased to announce The Nutcracker will be rescheduled to 2021, and we are working hard with our venue partners to finalise the dates and theatres for the rescheduled performances.
Tickets purchased for 2020 performances will be automatically exchanged into new dates in 2021 – there is no need for you to take any action. Patrons will be advised of their new ticket details between August and September, with all patrons being advised no later than 30 September 2020. You may request a refund at any time by emailing refunds@qtix.com.au. If you do this, you may wish to consider donating the ticket value to Queensland Ballet, which we will treat in line with our Donor Promise.
Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we look forward to celebrating with you in 2021.
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Experience a magical Christmas ballet with the whole family

At the stroke of midnight on Christmas Eve, little Clara finds herself embarking on the magical adventure of a lifetime when her gift, a Nutcracker, comes to life! Be whisked away with Clara, to the enchanting Land of Sweets where the Sugar Plum Fairy watches over whimsical snowflakes and pirouetting lollies.

For the eighth consecutive season, Ben Stevenson’s dreamlike choreography and Tchaikovsky’s enduring score will charm all ages and bring a bit of magic to your Christmas celebrations. This enchanting production is the perfect festive ballet for the whole family to enjoy.

Choreographer Ben Stevenson OBE
Composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Conductor Nigel Gaynor
Music performed by Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Costume Designer Desmond Heeley
Set Designer Thomas Boyd
Lighting Designer David Walters

The Nutcracker is generously supported by Valmai Pidgeon

  • Connecting safely at QPAC

    QPAC is currently operating at 100% capacityi under a COVID Safe Plan approved by Queensland Health. As social distancing is not always possible in our theatres and foyers, masks remain mandatory for all patrons until otherwise advised. Please bring your own mask with you to the theatre. For contact tracing purposes we are using the Check In Qld app and encourage all patrons to download the app and fill out their details prior to attending performances at QPAC. Find out more.

  • The Safest Way to Buy!

    QTIX is the official ticketing service for QPAC and Queensland Ballet’s The Nutcracker 2020. Selected packages are sold through authorised resellers only. Any tickets purchased through unauthorised sales channels may be seized or cancelled without refund or exchange and the bearer of the ticket may be denied admission. Unauthorised sales channels include Viagogo, eBay and Gumtree. Read more about purchasing tickets online.

Presented by Queensland Ballet

Pricing Guide

TUE TO THU PREMIUM ADULT $120 CONCESSION^ $100 YOUTH^^ $85 CHILD^^^ $75 FAMILY^^^^ $350 A-RESERVE ADULT $100 CONCESSION^ $85 YOUTH^^ $75 CHILD^^^ $65 FAMILY^^^^ $300 B-RESERVE ADULT $85 CONCESSION^ $75 YOUTH^^ $65 CHILD^^^ $55 FAMILY^^^^ $260 C-RESERVE ADULT $75 CONCESSION^ $65 YOUTH^^ $55 CHILD^^^ $50 FAMILY^^^^ $230 D-RESERVE $40
FRI TO SUN PREMIUM ADULT $140 CONCESSION^ $120 YOUTH^^ $90 CHILD^^^ $80 A-RESERVE ADULT $115 CONCESSION^ $95 YOUTH^^ $75 CHILD^^^ $65 FAMILY^^^^ $320 B-RESERVE ADULT $95 CONCESSION^ $80 YOUTH^^ $65 CHILD^^^ $55 FAMILY^^^^ $270 C-RESERVE ADULT $85 CONCESSION^ $75 YOUTH^^ $60 CHILD^^^ $50 FAMILY^^^^ $250 D-RESERVE $40
TUE TO THU i A-RESERVE $85 1 PERSON FREE FOR EVERY 8 BOOKED
FRI TO SUN i A-RESERVE $95 1 PERSON FREE FOR EVERY 8 BOOKED
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SCHOOLS i C & D-RESERVE $30 1 TEACHER FREE PER 10 STUDENTS
MAKE A SCHOOL GROUP BOOKING

^Full Pensioners, QLD Government Seniors Card, Industry (MEAA) Members, Full-time students over 30, Unemployed. National Seniors Card not applicable

^^Aged 30 years old and under at the time of booking, ID required

^^^Aged 13 years old and under at the time of booking – children aged 18 months and over must hold a ticket

^^^^2 Adults and 2 Children

A transaction fee of $7.20 applies per transaction. Selected ticket delivery methods may incur an additional charge. The minimum price listed may be available for selected performances only. Please see the event calendar when booking for the available date(s) and time(s) of this performance.