Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker
For children aged 0–5
Utzon Room, Sydney Opera House
Sat 20 Nov, 2027, 10.00am
Sat 20 Nov, 2027, 11.30am
Sat 20 Nov, 2027, 1.00pm
Ready, Set, Listen! is the perfect first concert experience to ignite your child’s imagination and spark a love of music.
Duration
The concert is expected to run for 30 minutes and does not include an interval.
Seating
A combination of floor seating and chairs will be available to ensure everyone is comfortable. You're welcome to choose what suits you best.
Child Tickets
All children, including children under 2 years of age, are required to hold a paid ticket for this performance.
Enter the enchanted dreamscape of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, where dancing sweets, sparkling snow and festive magic come to life.
Designed to engage children aged 0–5 in active live music listening, these 30-minute interactive performances feature the musicians of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra performing music especially arranged for a small ensemble – perfect for little ears.
Held in the Utzon Room at Sydney Opera House, these performances offer comfortable floor seating for families. Sit, listen, and move around with your children as they explore classical music in a fun, relaxed and welcoming environment.
Program
TCHAIKOVSKY
The Nutcracker (excerpts)
Artists
Presenting Partner
