Cinderella Relaxed Performance
Event Information
Cinderella – The Godmother of all Pantomimes!
You’re invited to the most magical night of the year… Cinderella is coming to The Courtyard!
Dust off your glass slippers and prepare for a professional pantomime spectacular filled with charming moments, laugh-out-loud mischief, and plenty of festive cheer.
Join Cinders as she dreams of a brighter future, battles the dastardly antics of her outrageous Ugly Sisters and receives a visit from a Fairy Godmother with the power to change everything! With a wave of her wand and a dash of panto magic, Cinderella is whisked off to the ball in a breathtaking transformation you’ll have to see to believe… but she only has until midnight to enjoy the magic before the spell breaks!
Bursting with show-stopping musical numbers, stunning sets, fabulous costumes, and hilarious comedy for all ages, this is the Courtyard Christmas tradition you simply can’t miss. Expect classic panto chaos, heaps of audience participation, and more than a few surprises along the way… oh yes you will!
This sparkling festive treat is guaranteed to have the whole family cheering, booing, and believing in happily ever after.
The clock is ticking… book your tickets today!
WHAT IS A RELAXED PERFORMANCE?
A Relaxed Performance is specifically designed for those who would appreciate a less formal theatre environment. The show is adapted to be particularly Autism and Dementia Friendly. The aim is to retain all the magic of the pantomime experience but in a more relaxed environment through sensitive changes to the performance. We take out more rows of seats for a Relaxed Performance to be able to accommodate additional wheelchairs. A quiet, sensory room will also be provided for audience members to use if they need a break from the performance.
WHO IS IT FOR?
The relaxed performance is open to everyone but may benefit individuals with autism spectrum conditions, learning difficulties, sensory and communication difficulties, those living with dementia, parents with young babies; and anyone who feels they would benefit from a more supportive and inclusive theatre-going experience.
HOW IS IT DIFFERENT TO OTHER PERFORMANCES?
• We keep the lights on low over the auditorium.
• Effects in the show are toned down, especially if they involve sudden loud noises or flashes of bright light.
• We open the doors an hour before to allow audience members enough time to get to their seats.
• Additional wheelchair spaces are available.
• Audience members are free to move around, leave their seats and make noise during the show.
• A quiet, sensory room is available for audience members to use if they need a break from the performance.
• There will be audience participation, but individuals will not be picked on at random.
• Sweets will not be thrown out over the audience.
• The interval will be longer.
• Someone will hold up signs to warn about loud noises.
• Additional staff and stewards will be on board to help.
• A social story will be available to help familiarise audience members with the venue and performance before the show.
