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  • Boston Conservatory's Autism-Friendly Performance of "The Pajama Game"

    Posted Sunday February 22 2015 at 11:37 pm in Cultural Inclusion

    Pajama Game

    The Boston Conservatory Theater invites you an autism friendly performance of The Pajama Game.  This is a special performance for families and friends of those who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other sensitivity issues.  At this performance, the theater environment and production will be altered to provide a sensory-friendly, comfortable and judgement-free space that is welcoming for this audience.  This performance is recommended for those families bringing a loved one on the autism spectrum, and their teachers and advocates who are familiar with and accepting of behaviors exhibited by some individuals on the autism spectrum.

    Saturday, March 7, 2015 at 2 p.m.
    The Boston Conservatory Theater
    31 Hemenway Street
    Boston, MA 02215
    $20 Adult, $10 Child
    Purchase tickets using code PJAFP14
    or contact Audience Services Manager at 617-912-9142
    More information, resources, FAQs



    Boston Globe - "Devices Give Blind Filmgoers Oscar-worthy Experience"

    Posted Sunday February 22 2015 at 8:32 pm in Cultural Inclusion

    Carl Richardson at the Movie Theatre with his Dog

    Carl Richardson, State House ADA Coordinator and VSA Massachusetts Advisor, is featured in a Boston Globe article about blind movie patrons.

    Read the article here.



    Mass. Cultural Council and VSA Radio Spot on WCRB

    Posted Sunday February 22 2015 at 6:50 pm in News

    WCRB Logo

    Massachusetts Cultural Council recently aired a few radio spots about their UP Program which included this one about VSA Massachusetts.

    Download WCRB-2-2-15.mp3.

    Playing "WCRB-2-2-15".

    "And Massachusetts Cultural Council's UP Program, expanding access to arts and culture by supporting organizations like VSA Massachusetts, whose teaching artists help schools improve learning and promote engagement in the cultural life of the community.  VSA Massachusetts is affiliated with Seven Hills Foundation and the JFK Center for Performing Arts.  You can see how the arts, humanities and sciences improve life in Massachusetts at massculturalcouncil.org"