Northern Ireland's only science and discovery centre with over 160 interactive exhibits and a changing programme of workshops and events. Great fun for young Einsteins and a learning experience at any age.
EVENTS
Fri 5 Dec - Sun 11 Jan
The NutcrackerWalk through a giant pop-up storybook version of The Nutcracker in W5's special Christmas and New Year event. The classic story of
The Nutcracker and the King of Mice by E.T.A. Hoffman has become a Christmas favourite, and this unique version allows you to stroll through illustrated pages packed with magical moments and enhanced by Tchaikovsky’s famous score. Set on Christmas Eve, this much-loved tale features a little girl called Clara who, as night falls, is transported to a fantasy world where dolls come to life, toy soldiers battle with a gang of mice and Clara’s own Nutcracker doll is transformed into a handsome prince. The duo take on the Mouse King, taste a mouth-watering trip to a kingdom made of sweets and visit the snow fairies in their icy kingdom. Finally, they join the Sugar Plum Fairy at the Prince´s moonlit castle for a grand finale.
This magical world was created with the help of award-winning Belfast-born children’s book illustrator P.J. Lynch whose series of six large scale “pop up” scenes bring the story to life. Combined with atmospheric lighting and elements of Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score this display will charm the senses and capture the spirit of the holiday season.
Free with W5 admission.
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