London: The Nutcracker Suite Christmas Candlelight Concert

at The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight
London Available from Sat 12 Dec to Sat 12 Dec

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Book The Nutcracker Suite tickets & experience classical music at a Christmas candlelight concert in London

  • Hear Tchaikovsky's enchanting Nutcracker Suite performed live in the heart of London
  • Experience a festive classical concert surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight
  • Hear Grieg's Morning and Hall of the Mountain King performed live at St Mary le Strand
  • Enjoy the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta bringing much-loved classical masterpieces to life
  • Get into the Christmas spirit with a traditional festive medley alongside Tchaikovsky & Grieg
  • Take your seat inside the beautiful and historic St Mary le Strand Church

Experience Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by candlelight at St Mary le Strand

  • Date: Saturday 12th December 2026
  • Performance Times: 6pm or 8pm
  • Doors Open: 5:40pm for 6pm | 7:40pm for 8pm
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Venue: St Mary le Strand Church, The Strand, London WC2R 1ES

Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight Programme:

  • Grieg: Morning from Peer Gynt Suite
  • Grieg: Hall of the Mountain King
  • Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker Suite
  • Traditional: Christmas Medley

Performed by:

  • The Piccadilly Sinfonietta

World-class classical music performed by world-class musicians live this Christmas in London

Step into the candlelight and hear Tchaikovsky's much-loved Nutcracker Suite performed live in the heart of London. Packed with instantly recognisable melodies and festive character, this classical favourite sets the scene for an atmospheric evening of Christmas music.

The programme also features Grieg's Morning from Peer Gynt Suite and the dramatic Hall of the Mountain King, performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta, before a traditional Christmas medley rounds off the festive concert.

Whether The Nutcracker is already part of your Christmas tradition or you're looking for a different festive night out in London, this one-hour candlelit concert brings Tchaikovsky, Grieg and Christmas favourites together inside the beautiful St Mary le Strand.

Book Nutcracker Suite at Christmas tickets at St Mary le Strand today and have them delivered instantly via email.

Location

St Mary le Strand

The Strand,
London,
London,
WC2R 1ES
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How to find us

St Mary le Strand is located on The Strand in central London, WC2R 1ES.

  • By car: St Mary le Strand sits within the pedestrianised Strand-Aldwych area, with the East Strand permanently closed to traffic between Surrey Street and Waterloo Bridge. Use a nearby central London public car park and continue to the church on foot.
  • By train: Charing Cross is around a 10-minute walk away, while Blackfriars and Waterloo stations are approximately 13 minutes away on foot.
  • By Tube: Temple is the closest Underground station, approximately 250 metres or a five-minute walk away. Covent Garden, Charing Cross and Embankment are also within walking distance.
  • By bus: Numerous services stop within 100-200 metres of St Mary le Strand on the Strand and Aldwych, including routes 1, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 26, 59, 68, 76, 87, 91, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341 and 521.
  • By foot: St Mary le Strand sits in the pedestrianised Strand-Aldwych piazza near Somerset House and King's College London's Strand campus.
Facilities
  • Open for concerts and other cultural events.
  • Coffee, cake and hot drinks available during applicable general opening periods.
  • Bike stands on the Strand and Santander Cycle docking stations nearby.
  • Excellent Tube, rail and bus connections close to the church.
  • No step-free access into the church.
  • Entrance requires climbing nine steps at the west-end portico.
More Info
Is The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight is held in wheelchair accessible venues.

What are the seating options for The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight?

Choose from a range of ticket types and seating options when you book to watch The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight.

  • Please note that the organisers operate an unreserved seating policy within each separate band.
  • Seats within each band (AA, A, B) are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Seating Options:

  • Band AA: Sit as close to the stage as possible
  • Band A: Sit in the middle section of the venue
  • Band B: Sit at the rear side of the venue. Please note: Band B may have restricted views due to pillars. 
What age is The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight?

The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight is suitable for all ages! Enjoy the perfect introduction to classical music. 

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