Helping young children enjoy the magic of live theatre in a fuss-friendly holiday performance.
Co-presented by Bach Tots: Performing Arts for Babies, Toddlers, and Young Children
The Nutcracker returns to the YMCA with their beloved performance of Nutcracker in a Nutshell this December! Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic music and narrated by a friendly elf, this condensed 30-minute rendition of the beloved tale is an ideal opportunity to introduce young children to live theater without the hassles of long drives, parking troubles, or pricey tickets. This performance is fuss-friendly, meaning children can dance, sing (or cry) without worry of disrupting the performance.
Plus, the ticket price includes arts & crafts before the show, as well as a Sugar Plum dance class after!
Recommended for kids 5 and under and families.
Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge: December 5, 6 ,7, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton: December 12, 13, 14, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Performed by BachTots: Performing Arts for Babies, Toddlers, and Young Children
Written by Jenny Peters
Performance duration 30 minutes + optional crafts before, and dance class after
Performance start time 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Nutcracker In a Nutshell: Seton YMCA
December 12,13,14, 2025
Performances at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Evan Hazell Theatre at Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton
From $23.00, babes in arms under 18 months are free but require a ticket
Nutcracker In a Nutshell: Rocky Ridge YMCA
December 5, 6, 7, 2025
Performances at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
BMO Theatre, Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge
From $23.00, babes in arms under 18 months are free but require a ticket