RELAXED PERFORMANCES
Disney theatrical relaxed performances are specially adapted to be accessible to a wide range of audiences such as those with autism, those with a learning disability or anyone with a sensory sensitivity.
Disney’s Frozen, with Samantha Barks (Elsa). Photo by Johan Persson © Disney
Usual formalities relaxed
The usual formalities of theatre are relaxed on the day with extra trained staff on hand and dedicated quiet areas inside the theatre should anyone need to leave their seat.
A visual story is provided ahead of the performance to assist guests in planning their theatre visit and know what to expect when they arrive.
Disney’s Beauty & The Beast: Cogsworth (Nigel Richards), Mrs Potts (Sam Bailey) and Lumiere (Gavin Lee)
Autism awareness training
All venue staff and the show company take part in autism awareness training.
On the day, the theatre foyer and bar areas are designated quiet and activity areas during the performance and guests can move around the theatre as they wish.
Before the show starts cast members give a welcome to the audience.
Disney’s The Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre, London. Photo by Deen van Meer
Adjustments to sound and lighting
There are slight adjustments to the performance to make some sound and lighting effects less surprising, but the show is the same magical experience as always!
Disney Theatrical Productions run relaxed performances at each of the West End shows The Lion King and Frozen once a year and at every venue the show visits throughout The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast tours of UK and Ireland.
https://thelionking.co.uk/access/
https://frozenthemusical.co.uk/access/
Accessible Performances – Official Disney Website | Beauty and the Beast Musical UK
