The Nutcracker by Candlelight: Tchaikovsky’s Piano Ballet Magic for Family & Lovers

Experience the festive magic of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker 4-Hand Piano Suite, alongside enchanting solo piano excerpts from Prokofiev’s Romeo & Juliet and Prokofiev’s The Prodigal Son.

Set within a stunning Grade II listed church in the heart of Kensington, the concert offers not only exquisite music but also a uniquely atmospheric setting. The rich, resonant sound of the grand piano will fill the historic space, heightened by the glow of flickering candlelight that fills the entire hall. Surrounded by a sea of candlelight, you will be invited to unwind, savour the moment, and lose yourself in the magic of the music.

Performed by award-winning Royal Ballet pianists Wing Tung Fan (Hong Kong, China) and Haruka Kawaguchi (Japan), this is a magical musical journey by candlelight for families, couples, ballet and classical music fans, and beyond!

Make your visit extra special with our Christmas food and drinks menu — mulled wine for adults, hot chocolate for kids, and mince pies for all!

Sun, Dec 7, 2026, 3:00PM GMT

Kensington United Reformed Church, Allen St, London W8 6BL

Performers:

Award-winning pianists from Royal Ballet

Pianist: Wing Tung Fan (from Hong Kong, China)

Pianist: Haruka Kawaguchi (from Japan)

Concert Programme:

• Nutcracker Suite for Piano Four Hands, Op. 71a – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893)
• Swan Lake Suite for Piano Four Hands, Op. 20a – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893)
• Romeo and Juliet– Solo Piano Excerpts – Sergei Prokofiev (1891–1953)
• The Prodigal Son – Solo Piano Excerpts – Sergei Prokofiev (1891–1953)

*Programme is subject to change without notice*

Ticket Prices:

Tickets from £10

Free entry – Children under 6 years old

£10.00 ticket – Children under 12 years old

50% Discounted ticket – Full-time students and Seniors (60+)

Choose Your Tickets:

Date: Sun, Dec 7, 2025, 3:00PM GMT

• Stalls VIP including a glass of premium champagne: £60 
• Stalls VIP: £50 
• Stalls A: £35 
• Stalls B: £32 
• Stalls C: £28 
• Balcony Centre: £32 
• Balcony A: £25 
• Balcony B: £20 
• Balcony C: £15 
• Full-time Student/Senior (65+) VIP: £25 
• Full-time Student/Senior (65+) A: £17.50 
• Full-time Student/Senior (65+) B: £12.50 
• Children Under 12 Years Old (6–12 years old): £10 
• Children Under 6 Years Old: £0 

Make your visit extra special with our Christmas food and drinks menu — mulled wine for adults, hot chocolate for kids, and mince pies for all!

Festive Christmas menu available at the concert