The Tokyo Ballet: The Nutcracker - Hirakata Performance
Japanese name:東京バレエ団『くるみ割り人形』枚方公演
📅 Thu, Dec 24, 2026
About this event
The Tokyo Ballet presents the classic ballet The Nutcracker, depicting the one-night adventure experienced by the young girl Masha on Christmas Eve, in Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture. In The Tokyo Ballet's original version, Hitomi Kaneko plays the role of Masha, and Shoma Ikemoto plays the role of the Nutcracker Prince. Using specially recorded audio, it invites you into the world of the story in approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes (including 1 intermission). Families can enjoy a worldview filled with dreams and magic through gorgeous stage design and colorful dancing. Admission is permitted for ages 5 and older; children aged 4 and under are not admitted. Doors open at 14:15, and the performance begins at 15:00.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Kansai Medical University Main Hall
2-1-60 Shinmachi, Hirakata, Osaka 573-1191
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