Curtains Up - Utilizing Assistive Technology for Inclusive Theater Experiences

Authors

Lauren Tucker, Southern Connecticut State UniversityFollow
Nikki Burnell, Southern Connecticut State UniversityFollow
Morgan Dalton, Southern Connecticut State UniversityFollow
Marisa Donenfeld, Southern Connecticut State UniversityFollow
Catherine Gruszka Vadala, Bushnell Performing Arts CenterFollow

DOI

10.5703/1288284317775

Abstract

Community partnerships can enhance inclusive spaces within the performing arts maximizing the knowledge and expertise within organizations. This article shares the components of a collaboration between a non-profit performing arts venue and a graduate program in assistive technology (AT). Through this affiliation visual and communication supports were designed and implemented at sensory-friendly and relaxed performances offered at the theater. A patron profile is presented to illustrate how the supports were integrated before, during, and after the event. The article concludes with next steps and actual patron perspectives as a result of the relationship.

Recommended Citation

Tucker, Lauren; Burnell, Nikki; Dalton, Morgan; Donenfeld, Marisa; and Gruszka Vadala, Catherine (2024) "Curtains Up - Utilizing Assistive Technology for Inclusive Theater Experiences," Journal of the Arts and Special Education: Vol. 4 : Iss. 1, Article 5.
DOI: 10.5703/1288284317775
Available at: https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/jase/vol4/iss1/5