Dates
Saturday 16 December 2023
12:00pm at Hamer Hall Selling fast
Featuring
Members of Melbourne Youth Orchestra side by side with the MSO
Jessica Gethin conductor and presenter
Quartet from Melba Opera Trust featuring:
Tessa Hayward soprano
Emily Edmonds soprano
Nathan Bryon tenor
Matthew Reardon tenor
About this performance
'Tis the season for a symphonic Christmas!
Join the MSO for a magical family-friendly performance featuring everything from traditional carols, modern holiday favourites and selections from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker.
This relaxed, sensory-friendly performance is designed to be a comfortable place for children of all ages, from baby and toddler onwards as well as audience members with autism, a disability or sensory sensitivity.
Duration: approx. 50 minutes, no interval
Relaxed concert information
This performance will take place in Hamer Hall, a safe and relaxed environment with elements adapted to reduce anxiety and discomfort. As a concertgoer, you can expect:
- A downloadable visual story emailed to ticket holders ahead of the concert
- A relaxed attitude to noise and movement during the concert
- Lights to stay on during the concert
- Open doors and chill-out break areas
- General admission seating with space for freedom of movement
- Friendly, trained staff

Presented in collaboration with Melba Opera Trust