Inspiring, with No Challenges or Limitations, the Universality of Dance Experiences
INCLUDE is adaptive dance instruction for children with special needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, and related disabilities. Students dance with Mid-Columbia Ballet company dancers every class!
Mid-Columbia Ballet will turn on the lights, lower the music, and invite individuals with disabilities/special needs and their family to a sensory-friendly performance of the classic children's series: Madeline. This relaxed approximately 60-minute performance has been specially created to serve individuals who have special and sensory needs and their families. This performance has no cost for families, but we request that each family register using the form at the link below.
What makes this performance friendly to the senses? In addition to the adjusted volumes of light and sound, your family can experience the show in their own way, without the need to worry about members of your group needing to move around or making sounds during the presentation. Our sensory-friendly performances are "shush-free zones" where families never have to feel self-conscious or worried about disrupting others. This welcoming and accepting setting will also include a space for a break in the lobby.
Richland School Auditorium, Richland, WA
Pre-Registration Required
INCLUDE classes for people with special needs will be offered again this season. INCLUDE Sessions will be held during the following dates:
Led by Artistic Director, Debra Pearse Rogo, the Mid-Columbia Ballet consists of a Senior Company and Junior Company made up of young dancers committed to the art of ballet. The Board of Directors is comprised of members of the community who have an interest in supporting the art of dance in the Tri-Cities. The MCB Guild provides financial and volunteer support to the Mid-Columbia Ballet.