Sensory-Friendly Nutcracker - Milwaukee Ballet - Variety - the Children's Charity of Wisconsin
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Dec 11, 2025 • 6:00 PM

Featuring all the dancing, toys and excitement of the Nutcracker, the Sensory-Friendly version does not include flashing lights, smoke/fog and sudden noises. Viewers benefit from relaxed house rules that allow for noise and movement during the show, along with tablets and phones if needed and access to a Quiet Zone is available throughout their visit. Social stories are also available to help prepare for the performance. We hope that you will join us in celebrating the debut of the newest iteration of this classic story!

Tickets need to be picked up at Will Call on the day of the performance.

Before the show, attendees are invited to enjoy a "Meet & Greet" with members of The Nutcracker cast in the Anello Atrium (subject to dancer availability)

Register with Variety to recieve a sign up link when regstration opens!
Sign up will first be published in our December Newsletter on December 2nd. 

SENSORY ADAPTATIONS

  • Admission tickets provide a seat for each ticket holder, however, we encourage families to move around the theater as needed during the production.
  • Sensory bags available for use, available for check-out at the Boutique
  • House lights remain on
  • Doors remain open for exiting theater as needed
  • Use of tablet/smartphones allowed (no photos of performance)
  • Designated Quiet Zone in the Green Room will be made available for audience members to take a break from the performance
  • Reduced volume and other orchestral adaptations
  • No flashing lights, stage fog/smoke or sudden sounds

This is a free event for children with physical or developmental special needs and their immediate family members only. If you are new to Variety and have never attended a Variety Discover Program event, please fill out our short Discover registration form here.

For questions, please contact Kelsey at kelseyk@varietywi.org or 262-777-2094