London — The Royal Ballet welcomed the festive season in grand style with a spectacular opening night of The Nutcracker, drawing a glittering lineup of Audi ambassadors and notable personalities. Among the distinguished guests were James Norton, Monica Galetti, Tina Daheley, Caspar Lee and Louise Thompson, who all attended the magical premiere at the Royal Opera House.
The evening delivered the perfect touch of enchantment, capturing the timeless charm and holiday spirit that The Nutcracker is celebrated for. Guests and audiences alike were transported into the ballet’s whimsical world, marking a memorable start to the Christmas season.
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Laura Bynes (L) and guest with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Laura Blair (L) and guest with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: (L-R) James Norton, Tina Daheley and Caspar Lee with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: James Norton with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: James Norton with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Amy McInnes (L) and James Norton with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Hannah Desai aka Cocobeautea with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Hannah Desai aka Cocobeautea with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Caspar Lee (L) and Ambar Lee Driscoll with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Andrea Thompson (L) and Laura Warner with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Andrea Thompson with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Alice Cross (L) and guest with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Whitney Valverde with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: (L-R) David Galetti, Monica Galetti, Amy McInnes, James Norton, Tina Daheley, guest, Caspar Lee and Ambar Lee Driscoll with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Whitney Valverde with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Tina Daheley (L) and guest with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Tess Montgomery (L) and Warren Melia with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: David Galetti (L) and Monica Galetti with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Monica Galetti (L) and James Norton with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Justine Voroncova (L) and Milda Gudelaityte with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Melis Ekrem with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Melis Ekrem with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Melis Ekrem and guest with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Louise Thompson with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Louise Thompson with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Ryan Libbey (L) and Louise Thompson with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 22: Ryan Libbey (L) and Louise Thompson with Audi at The Nutcracker Opening Night at The Royal Opera House on November 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Audi UK )
The Royal Ballet’s The Nutcracker will continue its run at the Royal Opera House until 5 January 2026.
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