This social story booklet will tell me what to expect when I go to see a show.
Resources available at sensory inclusive performances:
Sensory show guide, sensory kits, wobble seats, a television in the lobby to watch the show if you need to step out of the performance space, and quiet spaces with tents, bean bags, weighted items, and fiberoptic light devices.
What to expect:
House lights will remain on at a low level the entire duration, reduced sound, reduced use of haze/fog, movement zones inside the space.
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I am going to see a show at Steelhouse Omaha. I will travel to the venue by car along with my family, teacher, or caregivers.
When I arrive, I will be greeted by someone at the entrance who will have me get in the security line. I will walk through security scanners when I enter, sometimes these make beeping noises. A security guard may wave a wand over my body, if not, I will keep walking to get my ticket scanned.
I may get my tickets from a person at the Ticket Office or someone with me might have our tickets on their phone.
My tickets will then be scanned so that I can enter the lobby before the show.
We will go into the lobby where I can get a drink before the show.
If I want to check out a sensory kit, wobble seat, or other accommodations I can ask the staff at the resource table in the lobby.
There is also a patio space. If the weather is nice, I can go outside and move around before the show.
showtime
When the doors open, I can find my seat. I know if I need room to move or pace, I can use the designated movements spaces inside the theater. I can also ask a staff member for help in relocating my seat to a different area for a better experience if needed. I know I am free to do what I need to, to best experience the performance.
My seat may be on the ground level or I might have to take an elevator or stairs to the top level.
When I hear an announcement that the show is ready to start, the theater lights may dim but they won’t turn off completely, right before the show starts.
There may be talking, singing and/or dancing on stage. Some people may clap or laugh. I can clap or laugh, also.
If it is too loud, I can cover my ears or use earplugs or headphones. A staff member can help me locate some if I need them.
If it is still too loud or I need a break, I can tell my family, teacher, or caregiver. They may take me to the bathroom, or we can ask a staff member to show us to a quieter space.
During sensory shows, a quiet space is available on both the ground level and the top level.
It is okay if I need a break. I can come back and watch the show when I am ready.
Everyone at Steelhouse Omaha hopes that I have a great time at the show!
Access requests for any O-pa event
If I need access to a resource not listed in this sensory guide, I can contact ticketomaha@o-pa.org at least 2 weeks prior to the event, and they will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodation. If it is within the 2 weeks of the event, I can still request a specific accommodation/service but there is no guarantee they will be able to provide it.
