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The Australian Ballet: Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker

8 January 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm AEDT

Share the joy of Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker, an interactive ballet experience for children aged three years and older. With an enchanting score and charming story, this beloved ballet transports audiences into the traditional festive fairytale.

On Christmas Eve Clara receives a nutcracker doll who magically comes to life. Together they battle the Rat King and visit the Land of Sweets for a grand celebration with the Sugar Plum Fairy before Clara wakes up at the foot of the Christmas tree – but was it really all a dream?

The perfect introduction to ballet, Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker is led by an engaging narrator and runs for under an hour to keep your little ones captivated. Dressing-up in your favourite ballet-inspired outfit and dancing in your seat are warmly encouraged!

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Date:
8 January 2026
Time:
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
AEDT
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Venue

Canberra Theatre Centre
Canberra, ACT 2601 Australia + Google Map
Phone:
02 6275 2700
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Organiser

The Australian Ballet
Phone:
1300 369 741
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