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Developing Sensory Experiences in Theatre

Possible Adjustments

Technicalities

Technicalities

Technicalities

  • House lights remain dimmed during the performance, rather than completely off
  • Reduce the intensity of lighting and sound effects 
  • Adjust the script and acting to maximize comprehension of the story

Lobby

Technicalities

Technicalities

  • Provide a staffed quiet area that will be available in the lobby for those that need to take a break from the show
  • Train volunteers to assist with patron needs

Atmosphere

Technicalities

Atmosphere

  • Have a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere where patrons can feel comfortable during the performance
  • Allow patrons to enter or exit the theatre during the performance
  • Provide ushers to assist patrons who need to enter or exit during the performance

A Sense of Design

Build upon data visualization

To increase the sensory experience of information, we could involve other senses in addition to sight. For example, an emerging data trend, called data sonification, translates data into sound values. Numbers are turned into scales of pitch, volume, and rhythm. 

Create a physical experience

Even though we are not always in person with our audiences, we could create opportunities for participants to physically experience data and information. 

Engage emotions

Our emotions play a big role in how we interpret data. That’s because, according to some studies, there is a strong link between emotion and decision-making. Instead of removing emotions from the process, we could actively integrate them into how we design the experience participants go through when they engage with data.

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American Repertory Theatre

American Repertory Theatre

American Repertory Theatre

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Sensory Friendly Performances: a theater production that welcomes individuals with sensory needs, including people on the autism spectrum, as well as first-time theatergoers and young children

Trusty Sidekick Theatre

American Repertory Theatre

American Repertory Theatre

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Since 2011, Trusty Sidekick Theater Company has captivated audiences with a unique brand of small batch theater in New York City and beyond. Based in New York City, Trusty Sidekick Theater Company creates bold, original productions for young people and their families

The Kennedy Center Guide

The Kennedy Center Guide

The Kennedy Center Guide

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Sensory Friendly Programming For People with Social & Cognitive Disabilities: A Guide for Performing Arts Settings. Programming for persons with sensory, social and learning needs can include special performances as well as adaptations to the environment or structure of the theater experience that are useful for all patrons.

Phamaly Theatre Company

The Kennedy Center Guide

The Kennedy Center Guide

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At every performance, you will see actors with all nature of disabilities: physical, cognitive, intellectual, and emotional. PTC gives actors a supportive space to explore and develop their craft, empowers artists within their disability identity, educates the community about access and inclusion, and entertains audiences with high-quality, award winning theatre.

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