Friday, Dec. 16 and Tuesday, Dec. 27, at 2 p.m. | Benedum Center
We are thrilled to announce that we will be providing two sensory-friendly performances of The Nutcracker this upcoming season! Our sensory-friendly performances are relaxed performances that are open to all. By "relaxed" we mean a come-as-you-are atmosphere that is perfect for families with small children or those with sensory sensitivities and needing any kind of additional support. It is a judgment-free zone where performers, theater staff and patrons know that there might be additional sound and movement in the audience. Read more below or visit pbt.org.
Online: pbt.org | Call: 412-456-6666
Questions: accessibility@pittsburghballet.org
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- PBT’s sensory-friendly performances feature accommodations including:
- House lights set to 20% brightness
- Lowered sound levels
- Break and activity areas on the main lobby and promenade levels
- Family restrooms
- Specially trained staff and volunteers scattered throughout the theater
- Relaxed house rules (guests are free to move around and to enter/exit the theater space as needed)
- Allowed use of iPads and other electronics for therapeutic uses
- Fidget objects and ear plugs available
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Prepare for the ballet and your visit to the theater with our pre-visit social stories and other resources:
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Programs and resources also available at the theater:
- Audio Description, or a live narration of the ballet, will be available at this performance. Headsets available at guest services.
- Manipulatives (fidgets) and ear plugs will be available for guests.
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ADDITIONAL THEATER INFORMATION
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PROGRAM LENGTH
The performance begins at 2:00 p.m. and is approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes long.
Act I - 57 minutes; Intermission - 20 minutes; Act II - 53 minutes
TRAFFIC & PARKING
There are several garages located near the theater. The closest is the Theater Square Garage. Additional parking options can be found at ParkPgh.org.
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