Accessible Theater Performances | Children's Theater of Madison

2026-2027 Sensory Friendly/Relaxed Performances

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The Pigeon Get a Big Time Holiday Extravaganza

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12
Our 1:00pm Show!
MYArts Starlight Theater (1055 E Mifflin St)

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Charlotte’s Web

SATURDAY, APRIL 24
Our 1:00pm Show!
MYArts Starlight Theater (1055 E Mifflin St)

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About our Sensory Friendly/Relaxed Performances:

What is a Sensory Friendly/Relaxed performance?

These performances provide extra support inside & outside the theater to enable children on the autism spectrum or for those with sensory or communication needs & their families to be able to attend the performance together. The main goal of a sensory friendly performance is to create a space where youth and their families feel comfortable, supported, and free to be themselves. Download our FAQ Document.

What type of accommodations will be made to this performance?

We adjust certain sensory elements to be less intense for people who are sensitive to lights and sounds. The house lights (lights in the audience, as opposed to lights on stage) will be kept on at a low level throughout the performance. Music and sound effect levels will be lowered. The performance itself won’t be adjusted at all!

Social Story & Maps for Madison Youth Arts (MYArts) – Starlight Theater

WATCH our video Madison Youth Arts (MYArts) Social Story HERE.
Download our written Madison Youth Arts (MYArts) Social Story HERE.
Download the Seating Chart for the Starlight Theater at MYArts HERE.
Download the Layout of the MYArts Performance area (including quiet area and family bathroom) HERE.

Social Story & Maps for Oveture Center – Playhouse Theater

THERE ARE NO SENSORY FRIENDLY SHOWS AT THE OVERTURE IN THE 2026-27 SEASON

Download our Overture / Playhouse Theater Social Story HERE.
Download the Seating Chart for the Playhouse Theater at Overture – Main Floor Seating HERE and Balcony Seating HERE.
Download the Layout of the Playhouse Performance area (including quiet area and family bathroom) HERE.

Can I attend, even if no one in my group requires sensory accommodations?

Yes! We welcome all audience members and strive to create a judgement-free zone.