Sensory Friendly modifications:

Performance shortened to one hour or less, including a 15-minute intermission
Props, costumes, and dance shoes available in the lobby for audience members to see and touch before the show and during intermission
Audience size limited to 50% capacity
House lights kept at 50% during the performance
Music volume lowered and equalized to avoid sudden loud sounds
Comfortable room temperature maintained
No strobe lights or fog machines used
Battle scene narrated and acted through, with dancers keeping their character masks to the side
Stage lighting less dramatic throughout
Narrator to explain the story and describe what intermission is
Opportunities for limited audience interaction included
“Wiggle” section available during the show
Audience free to move around or stim as needed
Greeters stationed in the parking lot
All staff and volunteers will wear clearly labeled badges for easy identification
Photo opportunities and a meet-and-greet offered in the lobby after the show

We ensure the Triad is a place where the arts don't just visit but flourish.

Sensory Friendly Nutcracker Ballet

By Triad International Ballet