This Christmas, step into the magical world of The Nutcracker. For the first time in many years, the Royal Ballet has given full access behind the scenes for a landmark 90-minute documentary as they prepare for this season's yuletide production.
Practical Effects
Real blood, blisters, and ice baths. No glamour, all grind.
Acting
Francesca Hayward's quiet terror before her debut.
Score
Tchaikovsky heard through rehearsal room speakers hits different.
Director
Hugo Macgregor
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Francesca Hayward became the Royal Ballet's youngest Sugar Plum Fairy at 25 — and was still terrified she'd be fired.
The Royal Ballet hadn't allowed this level of access since the 1970s; they were terrified of breaking the 'magic' illusion.
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