Blue Man Group and Autism Speaks announce a dynamic partnership that will provide individuals with autism a slightly modified performance of the critically hailed Blue Man Group. On Sunday, October 26 at 4 p.m., at the Briar Street Theatre (3133 N. Halsted Street) minor changes will be made to the performance including, the reduction of sound levels at select moments during the performance. Headphones also will be available upon request. In addition, Blue Man Group will also be creating a calming environment in the lobby with bean bags, dim lights and quiet corners for anyone seeking a sensory break from the high-energy fun of the show.
All tickets will be sold at $49 with $5 of every ticket purchased donated to Autism Speaks. For more information and tickets please visit: http://www.ticketmaster.com/promo/4inhh5. "Those with autism often experience hypersensitivity, anxiety and difficulty communicating, making it challenging to attend events in large public settings," said Mary Rios, Manager of Field Development, Chicagoland Chapter of Autism Speaks."We are so excited that 'Blue Man Group' has made an autism-friendly performance available for the autism community, allowing them to experience something that others may take for granted. We are thankful to have amazing partners in the 'Blue Man Group,' who will also be donating a portion of ticket sales back to Autism Speaks."
Blue Man Group is a unique and thrilling multi-sensory experience that fuses innovative theatrical spectacle and powerful original music with hilarious comedy to create aTickets are available from $49-$99. Tickets may be purchased at the Briar Street Theatre by calling the box office at (773) 348-4000; by calling Ticketmaster at (800) 982-2787; at all Ticketmaster ticket centers or via the Internet at: www.ticketmaster.com/bluemanchicago. For more information, visit www.blueman.com/chicago.
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