This sensory-friendly performance offers guests and families living with autism or other special needs an opportunity to enjoy “The Nutcracker” in a safe and accepting environment.

Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. Celebrate Santa Magic in an inclusive atmosphere. Exclusively for children & families with special needs. Reservations are required for this private photo experience. We're collecting donations on behalf of Autism Speaks.

The sensory-friendly performance is designed especially for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, sensory sensitivities, or other disabilities.

See the one and only Santa on a horse-pulled carriage,get professional (and safe) holiday photos for the whole family,and receive a gift from Santa just for you!

Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. Celebrate Santa Magic in an inclusive atmosphere. Exclusively for children & families with special needs. Reservations are required for this private photo experience. We're collecting donations on behalf of Autism Speaks.

Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. Celebrate Santa Magic in an inclusive atmosphere. Exclusively for children & families with special needs. Reservations are required for this private photo experience. We're collecting donations on behalf of Autism Speaks.

Join us in Morgan Hill's Centennial Recreational Center (Teen Center) for crafts, games, and hot chocolate with Sensitive Santa!

Sensory friendly performances, also called relaxed performances, are designed to create an experience in the theater for neurodiverse audiences or anyone who has sensory sensitivities that might impact their ability to feel comfortable in a typical theater-going experience. 

Sensory Friendly Dance-Alongs provide a dedicated and relaxed environment for groups and families to experience a ballet performance and participate in a guided movement class that is specifically tailored to the sensory and behavioral needs of the individuals. SF Ballet’s Sensory Friendly Dance Workshop was created in partnership with Autism Fun Bay Area for individuals with autism or other disabilities and their families and care teams.

Join us for SF Ballet’s Sensory Friendly Performance of Nutcracker! This full-length performance will provide a relaxed, shush-free, and shame-free environment for audience members of all ages and abilities to experience this magical holiday tradition in a safe and comfortable atmosphere.