Dominic Walsh's Storybook Nutcracker
Audiences experience a short, playful reimagining of the classic holiday story featuring new choreography by Dominic Walsh set to Tchaikovsky’s music. Designed for young children and the neurodiverse community, the production presents easy-to-follow narration performed by OBT’s second company, OBT2. Guests enjoy the performance in a relaxed atmosphere with modified lighting and sound.
What to Expect
Sensory-friendly holiday ballet reimagining starring OBT2 with narration.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Portland
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Oregon Ballet Theatre
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children and the neurodiverse community
Vibe
Playful and relaxed
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Front Orchestra $27.00 to $67.00; Rear Orchestra $27.00 to $57.00; Box Seats $42.00 to $67.00; First Balcony $47.00 to $57.00; Second Balcony $37.00. – Get tickets
- Hours: 10:30 AM.
- Accessibility: Accessible seating is located in the rear orchestra and box seats.
Tips & Advice
- Every attendee, including infants and lap-sitters, needs a ticket, so arrange admission for each person before heading to Keller Auditorium.
- Accessible seating is located in the rear orchestra and box seats; choose these options when booking if you need accessible accommodations.
- Audio description is available for this performance, so consider using it if it would help you follow the ballet.
- If holding a child on your lap, you may buy any available seat, including a lower-priced one, even if it is not beside yours.
- Tickets are nonrefundable, but exchanges to another performance of the same production cost $6 per ticket before the original performance and depend on availability.
Special Events & Promotions
- A sensory-friendly performance is offered on December 23, with modified sound and lighting in a relaxed atmosphere.
- Audio description and a touch tour are available for this performance.
- The production is described as a world premiere.
- Groups of 10 or more can get a group discount.
- Oregon and Washington food-card holders can buy up to two discounted SNAP tickets per production; advance purchase is recommended, and tickets are subject to availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this performance designed for?
It is designed for young children and the neurodiverse community, with easy-to-follow narration and a relaxed atmosphere.
What makes the performance sensory-friendly?
Sound and lighting are modified. Audio description and a touch tour are also available for this performance.
Does every audience member need a ticket, including children?
Yes. Every attendee, regardless of age, must have a ticket.
What does the performance include?
It is a short reimagining of the holiday story, with new choreography by Dominic Walsh, Tchaikovsky’s music, and performers from OBT2.
Are group tickets available?
Groups of 10 or more can receive a group discount; contact the OBT Box Office to arrange tickets.
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