In December 2025, Cape Ballet Africa and Global Star Events will bring the beloved ballet to Johannesburg's Montecasino's Teatro for a brand-new production of The Nutcracker. The best classical dancers from South Africa will perform in the ballet alongside well-known international guests, all of whom will work together to bring Tchaikovsky's mesmerising score to life. Thursday, December 4, 2025, marks the start of this extremely limited season. Tickets on sale now at Webtickets.
An Unmissable Performance This Festive Season
Experience a metamorphosis from a Christmas Eve ball to the Kingdom of Sweets, a world of dancing snowflakes, and be mesmerized by this beloved story of the valiant Nutcracker Prince fighting to save his Princess. The amazing music is complemented by breathtaking choreography and costumes, making for a genuinely remarkable and fantastical experience. Every moment is a visual feast for the senses, from the well-known "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" to the colorful "Waltz of the Flowers."
The Incredible Cast
This classic ballet, staged by Maina Gielgud, a well-known choreographer from London, and featuring stunning sets created by Michael Mitchell, embodies the wonder and delight of the holiday season. The choreographer Maina Gielgud has a great deal of experience. She has performed with ballet companies all over the world, such as the London Festival Ballet, Sadlers Wells Royal Ballet, Scottish Ballet, Australian Ballet, Ballet Nacional de Cuba, CAPAB, and PACT.
The Royal Danish Ballet, Houston Ballet, and the Australian Ballet all had her as their director or associate director. The London Coliseum, the Teatro Real Madrid, the Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires, and the Maifestspiele in Wiesbaden are just a few of the venues where audiences have enjoyed Michael Mitchell's designs for productions such as Madama Butterfly, Carmen, A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Magic Flute, Porgy and Bess, and Mandela Trilogy.
Debbie Turner, CEO and Artistic Director of Cape Ballet Africa, says, “Bringing the company to Johannesburg is a wonderful opportunity to connect with a wider South African audience. The Nutcracker is such a heartwarming, family-friendly ballet, and we’re excited to add an international flavour to it with our partners Global Star Events and the brilliant guest artists we’ll welcome from around this world. Watch this space!”
Simon Bryce, CEO of Global Star Events, is equally enthusiastic. “South Africans are big ballet fans. We’re thrilled to bring this magnificent Tchaikovsky classic to the stage at the Teatro with the highly talented dancers of Cape Ballet Africa and this internationally respected creative team."
The Nutcracker Season Details
The Nutcracker by Cape Ballet Africa promises a magical performance with amazing accuracy from the 50-member company and its audience. The first day of the season is December 4, 2025. Stay happy by making your reservation in advance! All ages over five may experience this performance.
Date: Tuesdays/Wednesdays to Sundays from 04 December 2025. Please note this is a strictly limited season.
Show times: No Monday performances | Matinees: 13:00 and 15:00 | Afternoons and Evenings: 17:30 and 19:30 | Check times when booking
Venue: Teatro, Montecasino, Fourways, Johannesburg
Tickets: Ticket prices range from R250 to R690. Tickets are from Webtickets.co.za or at Montecasino.co.za. Prices are as follows:
- Category 1: R580 – R690 per person
- Category 2: R480 – R580 per person
- Category 3: R390 – R460 per person
- Category 4: R260 – R390 per person
- Category 5: R220 – R290 per person
Tickets on sale now! Only valid tickets purchased from Webtickets, the exclusive ticketing agent, may be presented.
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