In presenting this relaxed function, Cadaveira highlighted the importance of accessing inclusive cultural options: “These types of initiatives are the kick to understand neurodiversity as a different way of being and being in the world. Starting from the premise that not all people enjoy the same way, we seek that the neurodivergenic public can approach and enjoy a little more of art and entertainment and take the memory that they had a good time. ”
But in addition, the graduate said “Everyone is welcome to enjoy the show in their own way, without feeling uncomfortable, or forced to give explanations or apologize, through behaviors that can be misunderstood as a situation of deregulation or the need to leave the room In the middle of the show when in reality it is the way in which a neurodivergente person responds to sensory overload. ”
In addition, he highlighted the importance of theaters have specialized teams in neurodiversity: “The truth is that 15% of the population lives with some disabilities and this type of functions are a way to raise awareness about the need for empathy, respect and tolerance.”
Tickets for the distended function are on sale and, like tickets for regular functions, of which the latest locations are available, they can be compared in the ticket offices of the Colón Theater or through the Internet.
What will the relaxed function of “Disney in concert: a symphonic tour “
The function will be performed in a reduced environment in stimuli, respecting the needs of people with sensory hypersensitivity. To do this, the effects of lights and sound will be softened, and the income and discharge to the room will be more flexible, which allows more freedom of movement. In turn, the occupation of the enclosure will be partial, to facilitate the mobility and comfort of the public, which can consume drinks and foods freely, except inside the room.
They will also be offered Sensory Kitswhich can be retired, presenting DNI, which include Sound reducing headphones, UVI green filter glasses and emotion cards with pictograms, that allow those who have some type of sensory hypersensitivity, reduce stimuli. Also, in case any assistant needs to retire to a quieter place during the show, there will be spaces reserved specifically for sensory rest.
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At all times, attendees will have the support of volunteers prepared to provide accompanimentas well as with the help of the theater and cast personnel, especially trained on neurodiversity to guarantee a relaxed and container experience.
In turn, the Colón Theater It will have didactic signage composed of pictograms, which are simple graphic representations, such as drawings or symbols, designed to communicate meanings clearly and accessible, and that will facilitate the guidance and understanding of the information within the space.
Likewise, with the objective of planning the theatrical experience and reducing the anxiety that the environment can generate, Disney designed with the advice of specialists a series of information resources such as a downloadable social history composed of images and pictograms that details the experience Step, and audiovisual material to know the path that must be traveled from entering the theater to the armchair.
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Belén UrbanejaVP, corporate social responsibility, brand management and diversity, equity and inclusion, The Walt Disney Company Latin America, explained that with this relaxed function “We celebrate the third consecutive year of functions for neurodivergentes, in a scenario as iconic as the Colón Theater.”
In talk the press organized in the passage of the carriages where he participated ScopeUrbaneja clarified that they seek to “promote a change” in the entertainment industry. “We are promoting a change, we want them to copy us, and that’s why we made our experience available,” He said, and demystified the idea that distended functions do not add to the business. “If a habit is generated, full rooms are achieved, it is necessary to create habit, behavior,” assured. “We don’t want to be the only ones, we want this to be an industry initiative,” he said.
“I am proud that more and more families can enjoy these inclusive experiences that seek #Experienciasdisney, reflecting our constant commitment to accessible entertainment, designed and adapted for people with disabilities, so that everyone can live the magic of Disney. So far, we have performed more than 60 inclusive functions in cinemas, theaters, exhibitions and sporting events of Disney in the region, impacting more than 300 thousand people ”,
10 keys on the relaxed function of “Disney in concert: a symphonic tour” at the Colón Theater
Why “relaxed”?
Because it will be subtly adapted to the needs and preferences of people with neurodivergencia, in order to provide them with a proposal with reduced stimuli of both image, light, sound and staging, as well as greater flexibility so that they can feel free to enjoy of the show in their own way and how they feel more comfortable.
Attenuated lights
The lights will turn on partly to maintain a faint hue throughout the show, avoiding dark corners and/or strong focal lights on the audience.
Adapted sound
The sounds will be softened and the rumbled noises and/or the abrupt changes in the show (thunder, explosions, etc.) will avoid. In addition, the sounds will not be amplified by speaker or microphones using the natural acoustics offered by the theater.
Appropriate time
The relaxed function will have a reduced duration with respect to the original function.
Open doors all the time
You can leave and enter the room as many times as necessary.
Freedom of movement
Within the room, if necessary it will be allowed to move freely.
Reduced occupation and sensory rest rooms
The occupation of the room will be reduced to 75% for the greater comfort of the families they attend. In addition, the theater will have spaces where the public that needs it can rest from the stimuli.
Signal with pictograms (for anticipation)
The function will have a signage system with pictograms located in the place to facilitate experience and with dischargeable information resources with everything you have to know to prepare in advance to enjoy the function. Some of these resources are: social history, brief review of the show and videos on how to get to each of the locations. You can access and download these resources through the Disneylatino.com site to plan the experience.
Support networks
The staff of the Colón Theater, actors, dancers and the entire production team were trained in neurodivergencia and accessibility in events to contribute to the experience. In addition, Disney volunteers and neurodevelopmental specialists will be available within the Chamber and clearly identified to provide advice, help and containment when necessary.
Support and advice with professionals
The adaptations present in this show are the result of collaborative work together with the specialist advisory team in cognitive and sensory accessibility at live events such as Matías Cadaveirapsychologist specialized in coexistence and autism and the civil association Inclusive outputs.
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