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Duration: 3 Days

Anker: Milan

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  • The historic gold-decorated boxes at Teatro alla Scala in Milan with red velvet lining and opera guests
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Lo Schiaccianoci (The Nutcracker)

Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Teatro alla Scala, Milan 2026-12-17 ... 2027-01-16

The magic of the festive season: Open the new Ballet Season at Teatro alla Scala with the most eagerly awaited production of the Christmas festivities. Peter I. Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, presented in the legendary version by Rudolf Nureyev, has enchanted audiences in Milan since 1969. Featuring the historic staging by Nicholas Georgiadis—beautifully renewed in décor and costumes—this production takes you on a breathtaking psychological journey through Clara’s dream.
Secure your premium travel package now for the highly coveted performances around Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

On Christmas Eve, young Clara receives a Nutcracker as a gift, which comes to life at midnight. After defeating the Mouse King, the Nutcracker transforms into a Prince and takes Clara on a journey through the Land of Sweets. A timeless fairy tale of childhood wonder and magical dreams, featuring the iconic “Waltz of the Flowers” and the “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy.”

Ballet in two acts
Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Choreography • Rudolf Nureyev
Set and Costumes • Nicholas Georgiadis
Lights • Andrea Giretti
Conductor • Andrea Quinn
Orchestra • Teatro alla Scala Orchestra
Performers • Featuring the world-class Stars, Étoiles, and Soloists of the La Scala Ballet Company.

Music trip to Milan for 3 days / 2 nights with premium tickets for the ballet “The Nutcracker”. The highlight is a visit to the famous Teatro alla Scala on the second evening to experience a magnificent performance in a world-famous environment with global stars. You can select between Essential and Superior Package.

Each travel package will be composed according to your wishes. Follow the booking process:

  • Select your preferred performance date from the schedule below.
  • Press “Add to cart” and “Send Request.”
  • When we receive your booking request, you will get an individual offer with some hotels to choose from. Only after your decision, we send you a travel contract to confirm the booking.
  • Description of the Essential and Superior Package

Combine this extraordinary ballet event with a delightful journey through the enchanting Lombardy region. Milan, the elegant metropolis, beckons with its irresistible blend of luxurious flair, rich history, and a vibrant cultural scene. Let yourself be captivated by the serene grandeur of the Italian Lakes – be it the sophisticated Lake Como or the picturesque Lake Garda – where majestic Alpine backdrops meet idyllic shorelines. Savor the exquisite Lombard cuisine, discover charming medieval towns, and let yourself be embraced by the irresistible charm and hospitality of Northern Italy.

The illuminated Teatro alla Scala in Milan at night with pedestrians in the piazza and a passing red tram in the foreground.

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Performance Dates The Nutcracker

2026-12-17 ... 2027-01-16

Select your preferred performance date during December 2026 or January 2027 from the calendar below (date format YYYY-MM-DD)

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  • Panoramic view of the magnificent golden auditorium of Teatro alla Scala in Milan with its six tiers of private boxes; Photo © Brescia-Amisano.

    THE NUTCRACKER | La Scala Milan • December 17, 2026

    Teatro alla Scala, Milano Via Filodrammatici, 2, Milan, (MI), Italy

    Book your luxury ballet trip to The Nutcracker at La Scala Milan. Experience Rudolf Nureyev's legendary production with premium tickets & hotel packages.

    €530
  • Panoramic view of the magnificent golden auditorium of Teatro alla Scala in Milan with its six tiers of private boxes; Photo © Brescia-Amisano.

    THE NUTCRACKER | La Scala Milan • December 30, 2026

    Teatro alla Scala, Milano Via Filodrammatici, 2, Milan, (MI), Italy

    Book your luxury ballet trip to The Nutcracker at La Scala Milan. Experience Rudolf Nureyev's legendary production with premium tickets & hotel packages.

    €530
  • Panoramic view of the magnificent golden auditorium of Teatro alla Scala in Milan with its six tiers of private boxes; Photo © Brescia-Amisano.

    THE NUTCRACKER | La Scala Milan • New Year’s Eve

    Teatro alla Scala, Milano Via Filodrammatici, 2, Milan, (MI), Italy

    Book your luxury ballet trip to The Nutcracker at La Scala Milan. Experience Rudolf Nureyev's legendary production with premium tickets & hotel packages.

    €530

  • Panoramic view of the magnificent golden auditorium of Teatro alla Scala in Milan with its six tiers of private boxes; Photo © Brescia-Amisano.

    THE NUTCRACKER | La Scala Milan • January 9, 2027

    Teatro alla Scala, Milano Via Filodrammatici, 2, Milan, (MI), Italy

    Book your luxury ballet trip to The Nutcracker at La Scala Milan. Experience Rudolf Nureyev's legendary production with premium tickets & hotel packages.

    €530
  • Panoramic view of the magnificent golden auditorium of Teatro alla Scala in Milan with its six tiers of private boxes; Photo © Brescia-Amisano.

    THE NUTCRACKER | La Scala Milan • January 13, 2027

    Teatro alla Scala, Milano Via Filodrammatici, 2, Milan, (MI), Italy

    Book your luxury ballet trip to The Nutcracker at La Scala Milan. Experience Rudolf Nureyev's legendary production with premium tickets & hotel packages.

    €530
  • Panoramic view of the magnificent golden auditorium of Teatro alla Scala in Milan with its six tiers of private boxes; Photo © Brescia-Amisano.

    THE NUTCRACKER | La Scala Milan • January 16, 2027

    Teatro alla Scala, Milano Via Filodrammatici, 2, Milan, (MI), Italy

    Book your luxury ballet trip to The Nutcracker at La Scala Milan. Experience Rudolf Nureyev's legendary production with premium tickets & hotel packages.

    €530

Operas, Ballets, Concerts of the Season

In Milan at Teatro alla Scala

L’elisir d’amore

2026-09-05 ... 2026-09-16

La traviata

2026-09-19 ... 2026-10-15

DANIELE RUSTIONI / Brahms / Berlioz

2026-09-22 ... 2026-09-25

Giselle

2026-10-01... 2026-10-23

Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks | Sir Simon Rattle

2026-10-11

Faust

2026-10-20 ... 2026-11-08

Verdi Requiem | Riccardo Chailly & Anna Netrebko

2026-10-28 ... 2026-10-30

Balanchine Bausch Stravinsky

2026-11-07 ... 2026-11-21

Riccardo Chailly | Bruckner 9

2026-11-16 ... 2026-11-20

Benjamin Bernheim

2026-11-22

Milan Scala Premiere 2027

2026-12-07

Otello

2026-12-07... 2027-01-05

CHRISTMAS CONCERT

2026-12-20

New Year’s Eve 2026/27 La Scala Milan

2026-12-31

Les Pêcheurs de Perles (The Pearl Fishers)

2027-01-22 ... 2027-02-07

Don Giovanni

2027-02-03 ... 2027-02-28

La Bohème

2027-02-16 ... 2027-03-07

Giselle

2027-03-03... 2027-03-16

Anna Bolena

2027-03-30 ... 2027-04-16

The Rake’s Progress

2027-04-17 ... 2027-04-30

Macbeth

2027-05-04 ... 2027-05-22

GALA FRACCI

2027-05-07 ... 2027-05-09

Don Quichotte

2027-05-23 ... 2027-06-14

Dawson / Morau Double Bill

2027-05-27 ... 2027-06-08

I Puritani

2027-06-15 ... 2027-07-01

Nixon in China

2027-06-26 ... 2027-07-13

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

2027-07-08 ... 2027-07-16

Leonora

2027-09-11 ... 2027-09-26

Homage to Béjart

2027-09-22 ... 2027-10-03

Il barbiere di Siviglia

2027-10-02 ... 2027-10-29

Dido and Æneas

2027-10-26 ... 2027-11-16

Michele Gamba / Juan Diego Flórez

2025-10-30

Paquita

2027-11-05 ... 2027-11-24
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