Sensory Friendly Performances

Sensory Performances sponsored by:

Theatre Three is Long Island’s only children’s theatre exclusively committed to presenting original musicals for young audiences.

And now, as part of every Theatre Three Children’s Theatre season, we have introduced Sensory Friendly performances. In our continued effort to grow the appreciation and accessibility of live theatre, the inclusion of such programming welcomes families with sensory sensitivities and other challenges to an environment of fun and understanding.

Here is what our audience can expect with our Sensory Friendly Performances:
• A Social Story on Theatre Three’s website available at least one week prior to the performance.
• House lights remain on throughout the performance and flashing lights and strobe effects (if applicable) are removed.
• Sound levels lowered for a gentler audible experience.
• Patrons can feel free to move around the theatre auditorium.
• Clean blankets and stuffed animals are available in the lobby during the performance for patrons who would like to take a break from the performance.
• No intermission.
• Actors are available for a meet and greet after every performance!
• Tickets are complimentary!

2026 – 2027 Season Sensory Friendly Performances Schedule:

A Terrific Time to Tell A Tale – Sunday, July 12, 2026 @ 11:00 am

Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play! – Sunday, September 27, 2026 @ 11:00 am

Barnaby Saves Christmas – Sunday, November 22, 2026 @ 11:00 am

Total Eclipse: The Princess Squad – Sunday, January 24, 2027 @ 11 am

Dorothy’s Adventures In Oz – Sunday, March 7, 2027 @ 11:00 am

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus  – Sunday, May 23, 2027 @ 11:00 am

Please call the Box Office @ 631-928-9100 for complimentary tickets.

Feedback from our Audience…
I am extremely grateful and will be forever thankful to Theatre Three for adding Sensory Friendly performances to their schedule. Knowing that we would not be frowned upon in the event my son could not contain his excitement made it an enjoyable event for all of us. [My son] Christopher loved the show and did not want to leave. When a cast member realized we were having trouble getting him to the lobby to take pictures with the rest of the cast, she summoned the cast to gather around him. How awesome is that?” – Lisa Clark

I’m so blown away by the time you guys took to create a Social Story for children who may require it. Kudos to you guys. I’ll definitely be telling my clients’ families about your sensory friendly performances!” – Heather Lynn

Theatre Three keeps lights up, sounds down in innovative performances for children

All tickets for the Sensory Sensitive performances are complimentary.
(Courtesy of Huntington Learning Center)
Please call (631) 928-9100 for reservations.