The Nutcracker Suite: Sensory Friendly Performance
Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center
51 Mannakee St
Rockville , MD 20850
United States
MBT is proud to offer a sensory-friendly performance of The Nutcracker Suite for children, families, and adults with sensory sensitivities, autism spectrum disorder, other special needs, or anyone who may benefit from being in a more relaxed environment. Appropriate changes will be made to this performance to create a welcoming and safe space for all in attendance. If you have any questions or suggestions for our production team to make this performance as welcoming as possible, please let us know.
-Reduced sound levels throughout the performance
-House lighting will remain on, at half level
-House rules will be relaxed you may get up and move around, leave the house if needed, talk freely
-Devices may be used for therapeutic/communication uses (no photos of performance, please)
-Performance will be sold to only half-capacity, allowing patrons to choose their seats and have space to move around
-Extra volunteers will be in the theater to assist with any additional seating needs or to help you find an exit if needed during the performance
-Although this performance is adapted specifically to accommodate individuals with sensory sensitivities, the general public is welcome
Our Autism Response Team (ART) is specially trained to connect people with autism, their families, and caretakers to information, tools, and resources.