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 brings the beloved Nutcracker story to Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts in Indianapolis on December 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM. That midday start and compact running time make it a family outing that fits real life, not one that swallows your whole day.

It's built as a shorter introduction to ballet. The presenter specifically speaks to young audiences and first-time balletgoers, so the invitation is wide open. If your child has never seen dancers tell a story without words, this is a gentle place to begin. If you have never been, same answer. You get the color, the movement and the holiday magic of a Nutcracker adaptation, without needing to know a single ballet term or sit through a full-length production.

It also belongs to Indianapolis Ballet's Family Series, which runs Nutcracker Sweets at the Schrott Center December 27–30, 2026. This is its own one-hour presentation, separate from the full Indianapolis Ballet/ISO Nutcracker at Clowes. That distinction matters, because it means the show is shaped on purpose for a quick, memorable outing. Think of the moment a young viewer leans forward as the story unfolds on stage. Think of the ride home, when everyone is still talking about the part they loved most. If you want a seasonal tradition that feels special and stays easy, secure your Nutcracker Sweets seats today.