Last Spring, Eastside High School Theater teacher Kennedy Lynn requested funds for a wonderful project she called, “Curtain Call Companions”. Her idea was to create an inclusive theater program that would integrate autistic. neurodivergent and neurotypical students together in a production.
This inclusive approach includes a special sensory-friendly performance which allows students and community members who may experience a sensory disorder or specific sensitivity to have a special show that is comfortable for them.
The theater students created a great video to explain what a sensory-friendly performance is. Just click on the photo to view it. We are delighted to have funded this thoughtful project which allows everyone to access the theater experience.
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