Will Tuckett's immersive Nutcracker cancelled due to lack of funding

A production that was to be the world's first immersive ballet has been cancelled due to a lack of funding.

Will Tuckett's take on Tchaikovsky's Christmas ballet, The Nutcracker, which had recently changed venues and was due to open on 30 November, has now been cancelled by producers after funds from an investor fell through.

In a statement issued this morning, producer Bob Watts said: "It is with enormous regret that we are having to put the production on hold, but our efforts to find a new investor at short notice in this current climate have sadly proven unsuccessful.

"It was a huge privilege to see Will Tuckett's vision come to life – his Nutcracker was shaping up to be an extraordinary experience. I hope it will come to a London audience soon".

All ticket holders holders will receive a full refund and will be contacted today.