Review: Little Bulb's 'The Nutcracker' at St Martin's Theatre
A wildly imaginative, Olivier-nominated spin on the Christmas classic for children, featuring sword fights, crooning mice and cheesy gags. On until 4 January in London.
A wildly imaginative, Olivier-nominated spin on the Christmas classic for children, featuring sword fights, crooning mice and cheesy gags. On until 4 January in London.
Olivier-winning theatre company Little Bulb presents a playful, interactive adaptation of 'The Nutcracker' for families in London this Christmas. Runs 17 Dec 2025 - 4 Jan 2026.
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