Ayala Land, Circuit Makati, and Samsung Performing Arts Theater, with the support of GCash and HSBC, are proud to present the timeless holiday season ballet classic- The Nutcracker, this coming December 11-13, 2026.
The Nutcracker will features artists from Ballet Manila, together with dancers from Steps Dance Studio, one of the country's premiere ballet dance school.
For generations, The Nutcracker has been synonymous with the spirit of
Christmas, enchanting audiences around the world with its breathtaking
choreography, unforgettable characters, and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's iconic
score. First premiered in 1892, the ballet has become one of the most performed
and beloved works in the classical repertoire, offering a timeless celebration
of imagination, family, and the joy of the holiday season. Its debut at Samsung
Performing Arts Theater marks a significant milestone for the venue,
reinforcing its commitment to presenting world-class productions while creating
unforgettable cultural experiences for audiences in the Philippines.
This landmark staging brings together some of the country's most
accomplished artists and creatives. Internationally acclaimed designer Gino
Gonzales, recipient of the 2024 CCP Gawad Para sa Sining for Theater, will
create the production's enchanting sets and costumes, while the atmospheric
lighting design will be crafted by Monino Duque, recipient of the 2023 Aliw
Awards Lifetime Achievement Award. The production will be restaged by acclaimed
ballet coach and choreographer Jeffrey Espejo, whose artistic vision will bring
new life to this treasured classic while honoring its enduring legacy.
Set on Christmas Eve, The Nutcracker follows young Clara as she receives a
beautifully crafted Nutcracker doll that becomes the gateway to an
extraordinary dream. As midnight strikes, the toy comes to life, leading her
through an unforgettable adventure filled with courageous battles, enchanted
forests, and dazzling kingdoms. Together they defeat the fearsome Mouse King
before journeying through the sparkling Kingdom of Snow and arriving in the
magnificent Land of the Sweets, where the Sugar Plum Fairy welcomes them with a
breathtaking celebration of dance inspired by confections and cultures from
around the world. Blending fantasy with extraordinary artistry, The Nutcracker
continues to capture the hearts of audiences of every generation, reminding us
of the wonder that Christmas brings and the limitless power of imagination.
With its distinguished artistic team, spectacular production design, and
extraordinary cast of performers, this inaugural production promises an
unforgettable theatrical experience for families, longtime ballet lovers, and
first-time audiences alike. The Nutcracker marks the beginning of a new holiday
tradition that audiences can look forward to year after year. More than a
performance, it invites audiences to rediscover the childlike wonder of the
season and celebrate the joy of Christmas through one of the world's most
treasured ballets.
Tickets for The Nutcracker are available exclusively through TicketWorld. You can get your tickets here: The Nutcracker.
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