Indianapolis Ballet: Nutcracker Sweets

Indianapolis Ballet: Nutcracker Sweets at Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts

Clara's Christmas adventure can fill an entire evening—or deliver its holiday charm in a shorter ballet experience. Indianapolis Ballet: Nutcracker Sweets arrives at Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts in Indianapolis on December 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM, and it's built for people who want the magic of The Nutcracker without the marathon. Think of it as a front-row invitation to a seasonal favorite, trimmed down to the moments that matter.

That shorter length is the real gift. The presenter describes this as a one-hour adaptation, and it speaks directly to young audiences and first-time balletgoers. So if you've been curious about live ballet but never quite found the right starting point, here it is. Kids get a story they can follow. Adults get a graceful, low-pressure way to see what all the fuss is about. Nobody has to pretend they already know the rules of the form. You just sit down and watch the story move.

And moving is the point. This afternoon performance is part of Indianapolis Ballet's Family Series, which makes it an easy fit for a holiday-week outing with children, grandparents or friends. It's also a different experience from the full-length production at Clowes, so you can enjoy this shortened version on its own terms. Give your family a memory that feels festive, simple and shared. Secure your seats for Nutcracker Sweets in Indianapolis today.