MOCWSN: Sensory Friendly Performance of The Nutcracker (December 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Performance of the Nutcracker with the Boston Ballet. We will have a discounted group block of tickets in the second and third rows of the Mezzanine section.

This performance and in-theater experience is designed to welcome guests who are neurodiverse, have sensory sensitivities, and need additional accessibility accommodations to enjoy the ballet.

Some of the alterations to the performance include:

The house lights will not be completely dark during the show.
Loud noises will be restricted.
Some audience noise and/or talking might occur and is permitted.
Audience members will be allowed back to their seats if they must step away.

What to expect and what will be available:

Headsets will be available for audio description listening.
American Sign Language (ASL) ushers and interpreted announcements will be available.
Pre-show activities in the lobby of the Citizens Bank Opera House will start at 12pm.
Quiet spaces located in the VIP lounge in the lower lobby at the Citizens Bank Opera House.
Large print program books will be available.
Audience members will have access to resource materials to prepare for their visit.

Performance Run Time: Approximately one hour and 20 minutes, including one intermission.

Cost: $15 per person. Please let us know if you plan to join us by Friday, 10/30 to help us better determine the group's needs.
Please note that WMF is unable to offer refunds for this event.

Danae Goldberg McKenzie, Lauren Scarpati & Laura Sampson, Mothers of Children with Special Needs Subgroup Coordinators

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MOCWSN: Sensory Friendly Performance of The Nutcracker (December 04, 2026)