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Azure Family Concert

Join Seattle Chamber Music Society for a FREE, fun, and engaging concert for children and young adults on the autism spectrum or with similar challenges, and their families or care-givers. As many with autism cannot attend traditional music performances due to stimming, vocalizations or physical movements, Azure concerts offer a welcoming, nonjudgmental space for families to gather and enjoy music together. This event is ‘Shush-Proof’! Look forward to an instrument petting zoo after the performance!  On stage will be a star-studded roster of talent featuring cellist Ed Arron, pianist Orion Weiss and violinist Amy Schwartz Moretti.

Fidget toys, boas and scarves, coloring pages, space for dancing, a limited number of noise cancelling headphones, and a quiet room to take a break will be available.   All Behaviors Welcome!

Seattle Chamber Music Society

601 Union St. Suite 220

Seattle WA 98101

206-283-8808

Sensory-Relaxed Matinee

Pork Filled Productions is pleased to announce that the August 21st performance of She Devil of the China Seas at 2 pm in association with and at the Theatre Off Jackson (409 7th Ave. S., Seattle, WA) will be its very first sensory relaxed performance.

A sensory-friendly, relaxed performance enables children and people with sensory sensitivities as a part of autism and/or sensory-processing disorders to experience theatre with relaxed theater rules, such as the house lights staying on, theater doors remaining open, and a designated “quiet zone,” and more, to allow for increased comfort. 

"Pork-Filled Productions is always striving to increase equity and access to theatre for all people,” says Roger Tang, PFP Executive Director and playwright for She Devil. “Because of the nature of the story (it’s pirates!), She Devil is an intense show with sword fighting, suspense and intrigue, with a large cast playing multiple roles.  “While the swashbuckling and piracy will still be present, we hope that offering a performance with the house lights on at a low level, changes to some sound and lightning effects to decrease intensity, and an audience content guide will increase access for some patrons who otherwise might not be able to come."

What Does a Sensory-Relaxed Performance Entail?

• Sensory elements, such as music volume, sound and lighting effects, are modulated, and the use of tablets/smartphones, fidgets, and movement in the audience are welcome. 

• A “social narrative” is available prior to the show so that audience members can familiarize themselves with the elements of the performance, know what to expect, and increase their comfort level with a new situation.

Tickets for this sensory relaxed performance, as well as all others, are at https://pork-filled.ticketleap.com/shedevil/. For more information on the show, go to www.porkfilled.com/wp or email porkfilled@gmail.com

Pork Filled Productions

409 7th Ave. S.

Seattle, WA

Sensory-Friendly Performance

Sensory-friendly performances welcome audiences to  engage in an accessible and relaxing theater-going experience. This  theatergoing experience is made to cater to people with sensory  sensitivities. The autism and neurodivergent communities especially  benefit from these performances, where adjustments are made to make your  audience experience comfortable.

Some adjustments that you can expect to create an accepting and welcoming environment for all include:

• Trained ushers, volunteers, and front-of-house staff.

• A large quiet area in the lobby.

• Fidget items available for all audience members.

• Sensory kits available for check out, including noise-reduction headphones.

• House lights slightly raised.

• Loud noises, strobe lights, and other over-stimulating effects reduced or eliminated.

• Assistive devices allowed throughout the performance, including tablets and phones.

• Space to move, talk, make noise, leave your seats, and re-enter the theater throughout the performance.

Sensory-Friendly Performance of Teenage Dick

Saturday, April 2 at 2 p.m. 

Recommended for high schoolers and adults. Please view the content warnings on the show page for more information.  Learn more: https://wfly.co/g8YGq

Seattle Rep

155 Mercer Street
Seattle, WA 98109

206.443.2222

Sensory Day

Sensory Day is for families of children, teenagers and young adults with disabilities including intellectual disabilities, autism, sensory processing disorders and other cognitive disabilities. Families will get access to the Museum, where they can explore and self-guide through the galleries with adjusted light and sound for the best possible experience. Sensory Day is intended as a positive and meaningful experience for families visiting The Museum of Flight. 

• Thursday, March 30, 2023  5:30 PM to 7:30 PM  FREE Admission; pre-registration required.

• Museum Store will be open during Sensory Days and participant will receive 15% discount.

• Wings Café will open  *Aviation Pavilion and Charles Simonyi Space Gallery will close at 5 PM.

• Early check-in available if you would like to visit these galleries.

*Starting this January, we're excited to include activities from the Aviation Learning Center as a special offering for Sensory Day participants. Find us on the lower level of the Great Gallery by the front of the Blackbird.

The Museum of Flight

9404 E. Marginal Way South

Seattle, WA 98108-4097

206-764-5700

Sensory Friendly Concerts

From the Symphony: "Sensory Friendly Concerts, a program designed specifically for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other sensory sensitivities, invites families with children ages 5–8 to enjoy small chamber works and participatory group songs in the Founders Room at Benaroya Hall.

 

The concert experience includes instrument exploration before and after the show, a meet-and-greet with the featured musicians, and a 35-minute performance hosted by a board-certified music therapist. This year we will highlight a different social skill at each concert, and offer opportunities for families to connect with one another within and outside of the concert setting."

Please confirm with the symphony for the correct concert hall location.

Imagine the Possibilities

From the museum: "Join us at Imagine the Possibilities – a sensory-friendly time at Imagine Children’s Museum! During Imagine the Possibilities, children with sensory processing sensitivity and their families can play in Imagine Children’s Museum at a quieter time where there are fewer visitors in the Museum. Children ages 1-12"

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Imagine Children's Museum

1502 Wall St.

Everett, WA 98201

425-258-1006, Ext. 1024

Sensory-Friendly Performances

From the website: Dear Friend,have you passed up family theater because your child has different sensory needs? No more! StoryBook Theater, in partnership with Safeco Insurance Fund, is working to make theater accessible for children with developmental challenges and special needs. Local community members with experience in these areas are working with us to make StoryBook Theater a safe and welcoming place for children with sensory differences and other disabilities.

 

In order to adapt our musicals to be sensory-friendly, we plan to leave the house lights up a few levels higher than for a standard production, reduce the sound level, as well as offer a “quiet space” for children who may need a break from what may be overwhelming sensory input for them. Friendly, supportive staff and community volunteers will minimize stress and offer whatever help you may need to facilitate your theater experience.

 

If you have any questions, we are ready to take your call. We truly look forward to having you as our guest at the theater.

 

Sincerely,
Lani Brockman,
Executive Director of Studio East/StoryBook Theater

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Check the website above for dates and locations. Their website also offers printable social stories to help you prepare for the experience.

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425-820-1800

Sensory-Friendly Events

Led by museum educators, these are special events for families of children with autism or other special needs that provide a private, less over-stimulating time to experience the museum with other families who may share the same life experience.

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The Hands On Children’s Museum

414 Jefferson Street NE

Olympia, WA 98501

360-956-0818

Sensory Story Times

Sensory story times are geared for children ages 10 and under who have a hard time in large groups, are on the autism spectrum, or are sensitive to sensory overload.

Seattle Public Library

1000 Fourth Ave.

Seattle, WA 98104-1109

206-386-4636

Inclusive Programs

The PlayGarden's mission is to provide children of all abilities a safe, accessible and adventurous place to play.

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Seattle Children's PlayGarden

1745 24th Avenue South

Seattle, WA 98144

​206-325-5576