Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker presented by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra tickets
About Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker
Ready, Set, Listen! is the perfect first concert experience to ignite your child’s imagination and spark a love of music.
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.
Run time
30min. No interval.
Categories
Age
Ages 0-5.
Start date
20th November, 2027
End date
20th November, 2027
Venue
Utzon Room | Sydney Opera House
Accessibility
Step-free access with lifts and wheelchair seating, accessible bathrooms across multiple levels, assistive listening, captioned and audio-described performances, and registered service animals are welcome throughout the Sydney Opera House.
Directions
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Sydney Opera House is short six-minute walk from Circular Quay, with frequent trains, buses and ferries. An accessible shuttle also operates between Circular Quay and the venue for those who require assistance.
BY BICYCLE: Bike parking is available beneath the Monumental Steps.
BY CAR: Parking is available at Wilson Parking Sydney Opera House Car Park, open 24/7 with undercover access to the Lower Concourse. Accessible parking spaces are also available on site.
More information about Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker
Presenter: Emily Who
PROGRAM
TCHAIKOVSKY - The Nutcracker (excerpts)
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker?
Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker runs for 30min. No interval.
Which theatre is Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker at?
Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker is at Sydney's Utzon Room | Sydney Opera House, which is located at Bennelong Point, Sydney, 2000.
How much are tickets for Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker?
Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker tickets start at $30.
What is the age recommendation for Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker?
Ages 0-5.
How do you get tickets for Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker?
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How long is Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker on for?
Tickets for Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker are available through 20 November 2027 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is Ready, Set, Listen! The Nutcracker accessible?
Step-free access with lifts and wheelchair seating, accessible bathrooms across multiple levels, assistive listening, captioned and audio-described performances, and registered service animals are welcome throughout the Sydney Opera House.
