Sensory Sensitive Performance of Spookley the Square Pumpkin

Join us on Sunday, October 11 at 11AM for a Sensory Sensitive Performance of Spookley The Square Pumpkin at the CM Performing Arts Center!

This performance has been thoughtfully adapted in collaboration with our Accessibility Coordinator, Christine Kerimian-Fitzgerald, to create a welcoming and inclusive experience for individuals with sensory sensitivities, along with their families, friends, and caregivers. Our goal is to create a theatre environment where everyone feels comfortable, supported, and able to enjoy the performance in their own way.

For this performance, the following accommodations will be in place:
• Lower Sound Levels
Volume levels will be reduced throughout the performance to provide a more comfortable listening experience.

• Gradual Lighting Changes
Lighting transitions will be softened and extended to avoid sudden shifts. Guests who are sensitive to light may wish to bring sunglasses for additional comfort.

• Content and Sensory Advisories
Announcements will be made before moments that may feel intense or overwhelming. Guests are always welcome to step out of the auditorium at any time and visit our breakout room, where the performance will continue on a TV screen, and return whenever they feel ready. As part of our commitment to creating sensory inclusive environment our breakout room is available for ALL performances at our theatre.

• Preparing for Your Visit
A 360-degree view of our space is available to ease anxiety around transitioning to new spaces: https://www.cmpac.com/about-us/ for this and ALL performances at our theatre.

• Destigmatizing Movement & Vocalizations During The Performance
Guests are welcome to move, vocalize and/or take breaks, as needed. You/they are encouraged to bring any sensory tools or comfort items that help you/them feel at ease & regulated at this and ALL performances at our theatre.

• Staff and Volunteers
Our team will do our very best to ensure every guest is welcomed with kindness, patience, and respect at this and ALL performances at our theatre.

These accommodations are offered with care and consideration to create a space where people of varying ages and support needs can feel included and enjoy the experience together. We recognize that everyone experiences the world differently, and we are committed to meeting our audience where they are.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss specific accommodations, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help make your visit as enjoyable and comfortable as possible. Please email us at [email protected] or call us at 631-218-2810 extension 1.

ABOUT THE SHOW

Based on the wildly popular books and animated special, Spookley The Square Pumpkin: The Musical combines the spectacle and joy of Halloween with delightful songs that people of all ages will love! Airing every year on Disney, the animated television special, adapted from the bestselling Spookley book series, has been a long time Halloween tradition for families all across the country. A Theatre For Young Audiences (TYA) musical with a big heart, Spookley The Square Pumpkin: The Musical is no tricks and nothing but a treat for all ages!

Spookley The Square Pumpkin: The Musical tells the story of a square pumpkin living in a round pumpkin patch on Holiday Hill Farm. Shunned by the other pumpkins, Spookley is befriended by Edgar, Allan and Poe, three hilarious spiders who convince him that, square or not, he has a right to be the Pick of the Patch. Encouraged by kindly Jack Scarecrow, Spookley tries his best, but he isn’t sure he has what it takes until a mighty storm threatens Holiday Hill Farm. Spookley realizes it is up to him and his square shape to save the day. As a result, all the pumpkins in the patch learn that the things that make you different make you special.

Rated G

Run Time: Approx. 85 Minutes (Including a 15 Minute Intermission)

For Tickets, call the Box Office at 631-218-2810 or visit https://www.cmpac.com/sensorysensitive-childrenstheatre