Discounted tickets: Placer Theatre Ballet performs sensory-friendly “The Nutcracker”

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Discounted tickets are now available to UC Davis Health team members and families for a sensory-friendly performance of The Nutcracker by Placer Theatre Ballet on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

At a Christmas Eve party, a young girl, Clara, is given a magical Nutcracker doll. The Nutcracker comes to life in her dream, battles the evil Mouse King, and takes Clara to the Land of Sweets. Here, she is entertained by dancers from all around the world. This is a holiday tradition in a historic theatre!

What to expect:

  • Adapted environment: Reduced lighting, lower sound levels, and a relaxed atmosphere.
  • Fidget-friendly seating: Allows audience members to move comfortably during the show.
  • Accessibility for all: Self-expression and an understanding that movement and vocalizations may be part of your experience are encouraged.
  • Comfort items welcome: Weighted blankets, fidgets, headphones, stress-relief toys, etc., are encouraged.

How to get tickets: Children’s Hospital is the full-season sponsor, and the MIND Institute sponsors the sensory-friendly performance. Visit the Placer Theatre Ballet Sensory-Friendly Eventbrite site, use promo code UCDHealth, and get a 30% discount on tickets for the Friday, December 13th, 5:30 p.m. performance only. The performance occurs at Placer High School Theatre, Agard Street, Auburn, CA 95603.