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Sensory-Friendly Piano Rehearsal

  • Cincinnati Music Hall 1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH, 45202 United States (map)

TOSCA: A sensory-friendly piano dress rehearsal

Guests are welcome to enter and exit the theater at will and stay for as much or as little of the rehearsal as they like. Timings below are approximate.

6:00 p.m. Doors open: Enter at 1241 Elm Street (Music Hall Box Office doors).
6:30 p.m. Act I Rehearsal begins: Ushers will help you with seating.
7:45 p.m. Intermission (45 minutes for scene change)
8:30 p.m.  Act II Rehearsal begins
9:40 p.m. Intermission (35 minutes for scene change)
10:15 p.m. Act III Rehearsal begins
11:00 p.m. End of Rehearsal

A sensory-friendly performance is a live theater experience designed to create a welcoming environment for audience members with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other social, learning, or cognitive disabilities. Performance adjustments at Cincinnati Opera include:

  • House lights remain at a low level throughout the performance

  • Accessible seating and amenities are available

  • Freedom to stand, move around, and enter and exit the theater as needed

  • Freedom to talk or vocalize during the performance

  • Trained volunteers, ushers, and staff to help provide a quality experience for everyone

  • Multiple designated quiet areas in the hall for audience member use

You are welcome to bring noise-canceling headphones, fidget/handheld manipulatives, or anything you need to ensure your comfort and safety during this performance.

Tickets are FREE for this special presentation for those with sensory sensitivities and guests. 
Limit 4 per household; additional seats upon request subject to availability.

NOTE: Limited wheelchair spaces are available. When making reservations, choose "Wheelchair Space" for each wheelchair and "General Admission" for all companions. Ushers will assist with seating you together. 

Have questions regarding tickets or seating? We're happy to assist! Call the Cincinnati Opera Box Office at 513-241-2742, Monday-Friday, 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. to speak with a Patron Service Representative. 


DISCOVER

Learn more about this sensory-friendly rehearsal, read the synopsis, meet the cast, and learn additional details about this production.

Support for this Sensory-Friendly Rehearsal is provided by

The William Plott Sensory Fund


Original illustration of “Tosca”: Aimee Sposito Martini

Earlier Event: June 17
Studio Sessions: Soul and Spirit
Later Event: June 26
Tosca