YOUNG AUDIENCES
2013 Access Performances for Kids and Families
2013 House:Ed Access Performances for Students
Autism-friendly Performances
In 2012 Sydney Opera House launched its first Autism-friendly performances which are designed to create a theatre experience that is welcoming to all families with children on the autism spectrum or with other disabilities that create sensory sensitivities.
Search our upcoming autism-friendly performances.
Accommodations for these performances include:
- Lower volume and consistent sound level;
- Lights remain on at a low level in the theatre during the performance;
- A reduction of strobe lighting focused on the audience;
- Patrons are free to talk and leave their seats during the performance;
- Designated chill out areas within the foyer;
- Open door policy to come and go from the venue as you please; and
- Fidget toys, textured mats and weighed lap pads are available to aid the theatre experience.
Front of House staff are trained to be inviting and accommodating to families' needs.
Downloadable social stories with pictures of the theatres and productions, are available several months in advance of the performances. These are designed to personalize the experience for each attendee with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
OPERA
Joan Sutherland Theatre
Opera Australia
2013 Audio-Description Performances:
Falstaff Saturday 9 March at 1pm
Tosca Saturday 10 August at 1pm
South Pacific Saturday 5 October at 1pm
Pick up the receivers from Vision Australia Audio Describers next to the Opera Australia Box Office prior to performances.
For more information on Audio Described performances in the Joan Sutherland Theatre and to book please contact Opera Australia directly on 9318 8391.
When booking tickets please state that you require Audio Description. Please ensure you are seated at least 15 minutes before performances so you can listen to the beginning of the description and explanation.
Assistance Animals
Assistance animals are welcome inside all areas of Sydney Opera House
THEATRE
Drama Theatre
Sydney Theatre Company
Romeo & Juliet
AUDIO DESCRIBED Saturday 12 October 2pm
OPEN CAPTIONED Friday 25 October 8pm
AUSLAN Thursday 17 October 8pm
Vere
AUDIO DESCRIBED Saturday 7 December 2pm
OPEN CAPTIONED Wednesday 27 November at 1pm
Bookings
For information on booking Audio Described performances in the Drama Theatre and to book your headset, please contact Sydney Theatre Company directly on 9250 1777 or email boxoffice@sydneytheatre.com.au
When booking tickets please state that you require Audio Description. Please ensure you are seated at least 15 minutes before performances so you can listen to the beginning of the description and explanation.
Captioning screens are visible from selected seats in the Drama Theatre. When booking seats ensure that you request 'Caption Seats' which is suitable for viewing of the screens.
To ensure a good view of AUSLAN interpreters and the stage we ask that you let us know at the time of booking.
Assistance Animals
Assistance animals are welcome inside all areas of Sydney Opera House