On stage at Vaillant Live in Derby: The Nutcracker
Saturday, 7 November 2026 at Vaillant Live, Derby
About this event
The Nutcracker is scheduled for Saturday, 7 November 2026 at Vaillant Live, Derby.
Following multiple sold-out UK tours and an overwhelmingly warm reception from audiences nationwide, Imperial Classical Ballet® proudly announces the return of its beloved production of The Nutcracker – performing at Vaillant Live on the 7th of November 2026. Set to Tchaikovsky’s exquisite score, performed by a full live orchestra, this iconic ballet tells the story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince, as they waltz through a world of shimmering snowflakes and enchanting toys – a story that continues to captivate families year after year. Rediscover the wonder of one of the world’s most cherished ballets. Whether beginning a new family tradition or revisiting a beloved classic, Imperial Classical Ballet®’s Nutcracker promises an evening of enchantment and unforgettable beauty.
Event details
- Date
- Saturday, 7 November 2026
- Time
- 18:30 local time
- Venue
- Vaillant Live
- Address
- 2 Colyear Street, DE11LA, Derby, United Kingdom
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Dance
- Accessibility
- Patrons requiring a hearing induction system or other services (BSL/Audio Description etc) should contact the venue. Wheelchair Accessible are for wheelchair users. Mobility Accessible, or 'Ambulant' positions, are for patrons with conditions that make it difficult to climb stairs. These seats are usually accessible with no steps, but some are reached by between 2 and 14 steps. If you wish to clarify any seating arrangement, please contact the venue. Companion Tickets allow one free companion ticket for each accessible ticket purchased. If you need more than one essential companion or additional positions in your booking, please contact the venue. By purchasing an accessible ticket with a companion ticket, you’ll be required to provide proof of eligibility/disability before the event. You will be contacted by Ticketmaster no later than 72 hours after your order. Failure to provide evidence may result in your tickets being cancelled. Contact: accessibility@vaillantlive.co.uk
- Organiser
- LEGENDS GLOBAL VAILLANT LIVE DERBY
Venue & getting there
2 Colyear Street, DE11LA, Derby
How to get to Vaillant Live
- Derby Friargate railway stationTrain470 m
6 min walk - Derby Bus StationBus station570 m
7 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 20 m away.
Hotels near Vaillant Live
- Padley Hostel50 mCheck prices
- Heritage Ballrooms, Derby90 mCheck prices
- Chuckles Guesthouse170 mCheck prices
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Your visit to Vaillant Live
- Date
- Saturday, 7 November 2026
- Starts
- 18:30
- Getting there
- Derby Friargate railway station (train), 470 m – about 6 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 20 m away
- Staying nearby
- 10 hotels within walking distance; the closest is Padley Hostel (50 m)
Every upcoming The Nutcracker date
- The Nutcracker Performed by The United European Ballet CompanyTemple Theatre, Saginaw
- NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas BalletMusic Hall At Cleveland Public Auditorium, Cleveland
- NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas BalletBob Hope Theatre, Stockton
- The NutcrackerMarion Cultural and Civic Center, Marion
- NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas BalletChabot College Performing Arts Center, Hayward
- NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas BalletSan Jose Center for Performing Arts, San Jose
- The NutcrackerMcKnight Center for the Performing Arts Center, Stillwater
- The NutcrackerThe Madison Center for the Arts, Phoenix
- NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas BalletAustin Auditorium At Lasells Stewart Cen, Corvallis
- Montgomery Ballet Presents The NutcrackerMontgomery Performing Arts Centre, Montgomery
- World Ballet Company - The NutcrackerCoMMA Performing Arts Center, Morganton
- NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas BalletDpac, Durham
- World Ballet Company: The NutcrackerChuck Mathena Center, Princeton
- Southern New Hampshire Dance Theater - The NutcrackerPalace Theatre, Manchester
- Lake Area Ballet Theatre - The Nutcracker (Sensory-Inclusive Performance)Lake Charles Event Center - Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles
- Grand Kyiv Ballet - The Nutcracker - Symphony of LightsHarris Theater, Chicago
- World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker with a Live OrchestraCrown Theatre, Fayetteville
- The NutcrackerUNCG Auditorium, Greensboro
- Lake Area Ballet Theatre - The NutcrackerLake Charles Event Center - Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles
- American Midwest Ballet - The NutcrackerHoff Family Arts & Culture Center, Council Bluffs
Good to know
When is “The Nutcracker”?
The Nutcracker takes place on Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 18:30 local time.
Where is “The Nutcracker” held?
Venue: Vaillant Live, 2 Colyear Street, DE11LA, Derby, United Kingdom.
How much are tickets for “The Nutcracker”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Where can I buy tickets for “The Nutcracker”?
Tickets are sold by Ticketmaster. The ticket button on this page takes you straight to the official listing, with live availability and the final price.
How do I get to Vaillant Live by public transport?
The closest stop is Derby Friargate railway station (train), 470 m from Vaillant Live – roughly 6 minutes on foot.
Can I park near Vaillant Live?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 20 m away.
Where else is The Nutcracker performing?
The Nutcracker also has 412 more dates coming up, for example Saginaw (Nov 5, 2026), Cleveland (Nov 8, 2026) and Stockton (Nov 8, 2026).
