PERFORMANCES
Studio
Can You See Me?
Circumspecto
CEREBRAL PALSY ALLIANCE INITIATIVE
2 Shows ONLY!
Can You See Me? is a new cutting edge company of actors with a physical disability working with able bodied actors in a dynamic, unique physical and vocal style. The show, the first of its kind to be held at the Sydney Opera House, has been developed by and based on the life experiences of the cast.
“If you see only my physical self then who do you see?
Who am I if my body is not acceptable to society?
If I am not seen beyond my physical form, how can you see me?”
Our bold and courageous spirit will win your heart and change the way you perceive disability forever. Laugh and share with us our sense of humour, Rock with Glen and Ben or delight in Virginia and David’s love for one another.
Please advise at the time of booking if wheelchair accessible seat is required.(issued with complimentary companion seat)
Please Note: late entry will not be permitted due to safety reasons
Date: 16 June, 2012
6:30 pm: Tickets $40
8:00 pm: Tickets $50 (opportunity to meet the cast and crew after the 8pm show)
Duration: 45 minutes
Bookings: Call Box Office on 02 9250 7777
Studio
Sydney Opera House presents
Boxy George
AUTISM FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE
Recommended Ages 5-10
On Saturday 6 October, Sydney Opera House will welcome friends, carers and families to a special autism-friendly performance of Theater Refleksions’ BOXY GEORGE The performance has been chosen to ensure everyone is able to enjoy the experience in a supportive, friendly, environment.ABOUT THE SHOW:
Madsen is alone. His life is simple and he is in control. One day, a box turns up. Soon there are more - and soon they have legs. Before long, Madsen's world is turned upside down. Boxy George is an intimate theatre experience designed for children to share in the delight of puppetry.
For this performance, lighting and sound elements will be adjusted to ensure consistency throughout the performance, and front of house staff will be briefed to ensure ease of exit & re-entry to the auditorium if necessary.
To help families prepare for the experience, Sydney Opera House will provide a social story online which takes us step by step towards the performance. Check here closer to show time for this information.
Date: Saturday 6 October
Venue: Studio
Duration: 45 minutes
Time: 12.30 pm
Bookings: Call Box Office on 02 9250 7777
Drama Theatre
Sydney Theatre Company
Under Milkwood
AUDIO DESCRIBED Saturday 16 June 2pm
CAPTIONED Friday 22 June 8pm, Wednesday 27 June 1pm
Australia Day
AUDIO DESCRIBED Saturday 6 October 2pm
CAPTIONED Friday 12 October 8pm, Wednesday 17 October 1pm
AUSLAN Thursday 18 October 8pm
Signs of Life
AUDIO DESCRIBED Saturday 24 November 2pm
CAPTIONED Friday 7 December 8pm, Wednesday 12 December 1pm
AUSLAN Thursday 13 December 8pm
Audio Description
Complimentary Touch-tours are held as part of Audio Described performances to help capture the atmosphere, costumes, characters and action before and during the performances.
Bookings
For more information on Audio Described performances in the Opera Theatre and to book please contact Opera Australia directly on 9318 8200.
For information on booking Audio Described performances in the Drama Theatre and to book your headset, please contact Sydney Theatre Company directly on 9250 1777 or email boxoffice@sydneytheatre.com.au
When booking tickets please state that you require Audio Description. Please ensure you are seated at least 15 minutes before performances so you can listen to the beginning of the description and explanation.
Captioning
Plasma screens are visible from selected seats in the Drama Theatre. When booking seats ensure that you request 'Caption Seats' which is suitable for viewing of the screens.
AUSLAN
To ensure a good view of AUSLAN interpreters and the stage we ask that you let us know at the time of booking.
Assistance Animals
Assistance animals are welcome inside all areas of Sydney Opera House
For any further information or to request an alternative format of this information, please contact Jenny Spinak Program Manager, Accessibility at jspinak@sydneyoperahouse.com
ACCESS COMMUNITY
The arts as a leader in accessibility
A dynamic conversation about past and future engagement for disability and the arts took place at the monthly SAMAG seminar.
Amanda Tink Training Coordinator, Accessible Arts presented a thought-provoking perspective on the capacity for the arts to be a leader in accessibility and promoted the use of Disability Awareness Training to achieve this. Other speakers included Jenny Spinak Program Manager, Accessibility at Sydney Opera House and Jan Barham, Byron Shire Mayor and NSW Legislative Council Greens member.
A presentation was delivered by Daniel Kojta, Western Sydney based new media artist, emerging curator and recipient of the 2010 Accessible Arts Bundanon Residency.
Hitch, a short film directed by Kojta posing questions about disability, was screened and the seminar challenged those in attendance to consider ways to progress accessibility by stimulating action on a daily basis.
SAMAG is a not for profit organisation formed by a number of arts professionals and provides a forum for discussion and to raise awareness of current arts issues through monthly seminars and a year long program that address topics and issues of interest to arts and cultural workers.
Improving access to heritage buildings is more than possible
Plans to install a lift at Sydney Theatre Company Wharf 4 have been realised after combined efforts from the Pier Group, STC's fundraising committee, Arts NSW and several donors supporting their Upgrading the Wharf project. As part of the project, installation of the new lift now allows easy access from the street level to the walkway and Wharf 4 mezzanine at the venue.
A major presenting partner at Sydney Opera House, the theatre company presents a number of accessible performances each season in the Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House and at The Wharf.
Accessible performances in the Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House
Accessible performances at The Wharf
For any further information or to request an alternative format of this information, please contact Jenny Spinak Program Manager, Accessibility at jspinak@sydneyoperahouse.com