Varna International Ballet – Nutcracker
When: 21st February 2026
Location: Edinburgh Playhouse
Varna International Ballet returns to the UK with The Nutcracker. Coming to the Edinburgh Playhouse on 21st February 2026.
This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve. As snowflakes fall outside, the warm glow of the open fire sends flickering shadows across the boughs of the Christmas tree and all the presents beneath. When midnight strikes, we are swept away to a fairy-tale world where nothing is quite as it seems, toy dolls spring to life, the Mouse-king and his mouse-army battle with the Nutcracker Prince and we travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins…
Founded in 1947, the critically acclaimed Varna International Ballet returns to the UK following a breathtaking debut tour. Renowned for its award-winning soloists and magnificent corps de ballet, the company has been delighting audiences for decades at home and abroad with its performances of the highest quality.
Daniela Dimova Artistic Director
Azat Maxutov Music Director and Chief Conductor
Performed by Varna International Ballet. Accompanied by live orchestra, Varna International Ballet Orchestra.
Tickets are on sale now for Varna International Ballet – Nutcracker and will start at £28.00 for the cheapest seats and go up to £94.00 for the most expensive. The first performance will be on the 21st February 2026 and the last show will be on the 21st February 2026. Get your tickets today!
