Tailoring the centre to suit sensory needs

In the second of a video series taking a closer look at the Performing Arts Centre, our Director of Operations Mark Bailey, and our Director of Learning Sue Piper, talk about how we can create a sensory-friendly Performing Arts Centre for young people with complex autism and their families.

The pair discuss the impact of sounds in the area on young people with complex autism, light and meeting individual needs, and doorways being open and inclusive.

Find out more about the Let Me Shine Performing Arts Centre appeal

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