Australian National Youth Ballet

Wheelchair & Accessible Bookings: Please contact the National Theatre directly email boxoffice@nationaltheatre.org.au or phone (03) 9525 4611 For more Info please click here Children's Policy: Children under 3 years are admitted for free provided they do not occupy a seat.
Approximate Running Times: Doors - 11:15am Start - 12:00pm Duration - 2 hour performance + two 20 minute intervals A delightful & affordable way to entertain the family, experience the charm of this much-loved cherished ballet The Nutcracker has long been one of the most delightful ways to discover the enchantment of ballet and makes for a sparkling festive treat for the whole family. A story of magic on Christmas Eve, and the journey of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince. Enjoy a burst of vibrant colours, captivating choreography, exquisite costumes and grand sets and props, set to the magical score composed by Pyotr Ilych Tchaikovsky. This ballet captures the excitement of the Christmas festive season and the magic of Marius Petipa's classic ballet. Showcasing the breadth of talent, our performance boasts an array of national & international guest artists supported by talented dancers from the Australian National Youth Ballet. .

The Box Office is located in the main foyer on the left.

- Tickets can be collected 45 minutes before performance
- Valid photo ID required
- Surname or booking reference needed for pickup

In addition to the parking listed, there is a Wilson carpark above Coles off Barkly St approx 50 metres down the road. There is also metered parking around Luna Park and the Palais Theatre (Cavell St).

Disabled Access: Disabled access to the theatre via a lift to the mezzanine floor of the foyer and a Hiro Stair Climber into the auditorium and up to the bar. The stair climber stops at the crossover level between the lounge and dress circle. Wheelchairs are allocated ticket numbers J6 or J7 or J46 or J47 with their companion next to them - if they are able to transfer from wheelchair to theatre seat. If not, the wheelchair is positioned in the crossover behind seats H1 or H2 or H 42 or H43. The theatre seats are not actually removable at this point in time. J row is also used for mobility impaired patrons.

- No outside food or drinks
- Mobile phones must be silenced
- Late arrivals may be seated at management's discretion
- Photography/recording prohibited during performances

Babes-in-arms may be admitted to the performance on the proviso that no other patron is disturbed by the baby.