Maidenhead's Pantomime ALADDIN Announces Relaxed Performance

Maidenhead's family pantomime, ALADDIN, will host a 'relaxed performance' on Thursday 14th December at 10.30am. The show, which runs at the Pearce Suite Theatre, Magnet Leisure Centre, Maidenhead, from 9th - 31st December 2017, stars television favourites Nisha Anil (CBeebies) and Sandra Martin (C4 Gogglebox).

Relaxed performances are open to everyone, but the environment has been specifically adapted for families with children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition, individuals with sensory and communication disorders, those with learning disabilities and anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment.

This performance of ALADDIN will be adapted in a variety of ways in order to reduce anxiety, to ensure a safe and enjoyable live theatre experience and to make it as accessible as possible to all. There is a relaxed attitude to noise, the lights in the auditorium remain on low throughout the show, sudden loud noises are softened and audience members are free to leave and re-enter the auditorium at any point. There will be staff on hand to assist with seating and access around the theatre.

Berkshire actress and presenter Nisha Anil (CBeebies), who plays Princess Jasmine, said: "I'm a great supporter of relaxed performances and I can't wait for our own special performance of ALADDIN. Whilst we'll be adapting the show to be more 'relaxed', there will definitely still be bucket-loads of comedy, fun, songs, glitz, glamour and excitement!"

The Pearce Suite Theatre at the Magnet Leisure Centre will be converted into a 400-seat theatre space for the whole of December, offering wonderful family entertainment that all ages can enjoy together.

ALADDIN runs from Saturday 9th - Sunday 31st December 2017 (times vary, check website). Tickets, priced at £15.50 (children/senior citizens), £16.50 (adults), £59.50 (family ticket - 2 children, 2 adults) are on sale from www.themaidenheadpanto.com. Tickets for Schools and Clubs (min. 10 people), are £9 per head for the relaxed performance (£10.50 for other performances). Every 11th ticket is free, and there is a free interval ice cream for every child in the group booking. Call the groups hotline: 01494 917519 by 10th November for these special groups rates.

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