Join Opera Theatre of St. Louis for a fun, casual and engaging afternoon of opera tailored toward young people with sensory processing sensitivities. First, you'll learn about what goes into making an opera through interactive workshops in Singing Styles, Stage Movement, and Makeup. Then, see them come to life in a 30-minute performance of Rossini's version of Cinderella. This program is recommended for families with students in grades 3 through 10.
Saturday, November 2 at 1 p.m. at Miriam School in Webster Groves. Tickets are $8 per person and include an electronic social story, study guide and script.
Pacing lines and a quiet room will be provided so all audience members can participate at their level of comfort.
More information and tickets: opera-stl.org
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