Mastering Noise, Light, and Other Key Elements for an Inclusive Experience For many, a trip to the theatre is an exciting escape into a world of storytelling and creativity. But for individuals with sensory sensitivities, a typical theatre production—with its bright lights, loud sounds, and crowded spaces—can quickly turn from an enjoyable experience into one
A Guide to Autism-Friendly and Sensory-Friendly Broadway Shows The dazzling lights, the booming orchestra, the electrifying energy of a live performance – Broadway offers a truly magical experience. But for some individuals with sensory sensitivities, autism, or other neurodiversities, the same elements that make Broadway captivating can also be overwhelming. This can lead to sensory
For many families, camping is a yearly traditional event. Camping is a way for families to travel and spend quality time in nature together. Additionally, for many families, camping is a financially accessible way to go on a relaxing vacation. However, for families that have a family member with sensory sensitivities, camping is not a
A Guide to Inclusion and Accessibility for Stadiums and Venues Hordes of cheering fans, booming music, and dazzling lights. Arenas and stadiums, while exciting venues for concerts, sporting events, and other spectacles, can be overwhelming for people with sensory sensitivities or who experience sensory overload. Morevover, this can include individuals with autism, ADHD, PTSD, and
Music festivals are fun, often outdoor events. They involve the local community and visitors, enjoying music from special guests over a series of hours or days. Music can be anything from classical to country to rock and roll! Depending on the size of the event, they may include food vendors, rides, and other attractions. These
Craft an Inclusive Experience: Sensory-Friendly Hacks for Online Events Oftentimes, online and virtual events are not accessible because of a lack of knowledge and understanding. As events, learning, education, meetings and business continue to be conducted virtually and online, accessibility, readability and being sensory-friendly helps all users be included and participate. Learn more about ways
A sensory-friendly play is simply a play that has been adapted to be less overwhelming for the senses. Essentially, it becomes friendly for your audience’s sensory experience. Plays become sensory-friendly by changing things in the theatre and by changing the play itself, if needed. The same play may be adapted differently by different theatres. Likewise,
Are accessibility and inclusion important to you? Indoor and outdoor recreation centers or rec centers, sports centers or clubs, community centers, activity centers, and play parks are busy, noisy and bright! For people of all ages who experience sensory sensitivity or sensory overload, a busy, noisy and bright environment is a barrier. As a result,
Lessons from an Arts and Culture Workshop: Designing Inclusive Virtual Experiences Virtual meetings and workshops have become a part of everyday life, but for individuals with sensory sensitivities, these spaces can often feel overwhelming. In fact, loud audio, bright visuals, and unpredictable interactions can lead to sensory overload, making participation challenging or even impossible. The
Creating an Inclusive Splash: How Sensory-Friendly Lessons Make Swimming Accessible Did you know that drowning is a major preventable cause of death for children? While swimming lessons are crucial for improved water safety, traditional classes can be overwhelming for some kids. Enter sensory-friendly swimming lessons! In particular, these specialized programs cater to children with sensory
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