Holiday Open House at Bushnell Center (Sensory Friendly Event)
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 12/03/2022
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SENSORY-FRIENDLY/RELAXED PROGRAMMING AT THE BUSHNELL
Sensory-friendly performances and events are designed to create a performing arts experience that is welcoming to all families and friends with children or adults on the autism spectrum or with other sensitivity issues.
Slight adjustments to the production are made and accommodations for these performances will include:
• Lower sound level, especially for startling or loud sounds;
• Lights remain on at a low level in the theater during the performance;
• A reduction of strobe lighting or lighting focused on the audience;
• Patrons are free to talk and leave their seats during the performance;
• Patrons are allowed to bring in outside food and drinks into the theater;
• Designated quiet areas within the theater lobby spaces, staffed with autism specialists;
• Space throughout the theater for standing and movement;
• Limited crowds and visitors at The Bushnell during the day and timing of the performance; and
• Bushnell staff and volunteers are trained to be inviting and accommodating to families' needs.
Questions? Contact Catherine Gruszka Vadala at info@bushnell.org.
See our list of supports and full lineup of Sensory-Friendly/Relaxed programming.
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