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Sensory-Friendly

Sensory-Friendly Performances

Creating a Welcoming Theater Experience for Individuals with Sensory Sensitivities

Des Moines Performing Arts is excited to continue a sensory-friendly initiative as part of the Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Family Series.

Sensory-friendly performances are geared towards individuals with sensory sensitivities. These dedicated performances will contain all the joy of a typical theater setting with a few adjustments to help those in attendance feel more comfortable. This will include alterations to light and sound, a variety of seating options, an environment that will encourage movement and breaks when needed, ASL interpretation and staff that will welcome guests from the moment they arrive. Families who do not require these accommodations are still welcome to attend.

Questions regarding these performances can be directed to the Des Moines Performing Arts Ticket Office at 515-246-2300 or by emailing us.

 

Upcoming Productions with Sensory-Friendly Performances

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FIESTA CON SONIA DE LOS SANTOS

Wellmark Family Series
February 22, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

UNDERNEATH A MAGICAL MOON

Wellmark Family Series
April 19, 2025 Temple Theater

Sensory-Friendly Items Available at All Civic Center Performances

Enhancing Comfort for All Guests

We are grateful to Easterseals Iowa for providing sensory items to enhance the comfort of our guests to use during performances at the Des Moines Civic Center. If you would like to borrow a weighted lap pad, noise-dampening headphones, or fidgets, please visit our Guest Services Counter in the Nollen Lobby.