Hong Kong Ballet：Henderson Land Proudly Presents The Nutcracker

Description

The ultimate holiday tradition returns with Septime Webre’s timeless classic The Nutcracker, filled with Tchaikovsky’s world-famous score, opulent sets and costumes and beloved Hong Kong elements that enchant audiences year after year. 

On Christmas Eve, Clara, Fritz and the Nutcracker Prince embark on a magical journey through a snowy bamboo forest, battle the villainous Rat King and encounter a host of whimsical characters, including blossoming bauhinias, playful peacocks and dancing dim sum. From snowflakes to sword fights to the fantastical Christmas tree that reaches the sky, The Nutcracker abounds in spectacle and wonder while celebrating our city’s rich cultural tapestry and bringing out the child in everyone!

Creative Team

Choreography: Septime Webre

Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Set & Costume Design: Gabriela TylesovaAssociate Set & Costume Designer: Au Yu Kong
Associate Costume Designer: Joanne Chong

Lighting Design: Billy Chan

Dramaturge: Yan Pat To

Shadow Puppet Video Design: Lo Wing

Live Accompaniment: Hong Kong Sinfonietta

Conductors:

Yip Wing-sie (13-14,17-20,21,22 7:30pm; 15 8pm)

Vivian Ip (14,21,22,25,26 2:30pm; 15 3pm; 24-26 7:30pm)