Relaxed Performances

Lincoln Center believes the arts are for all! We welcome guests to come as they are and be their full selves. Relaxed Performances are open to all, but designed for people with autism, sensory and communication disorders or learning disabilities. The artistic integrity of the piece remains unchanged, however modifications to social and sensory environment may be made. This structure can also be beneficial for people who are neurodivergent, families with young children and anyone who finds traditional performance protocols do not work for their needs.

 

To learn more about this series, contact [email protected] or 212-875-5375

Upcoming Events

November 17 at 11:00 am

Kids, Teens, and Families

+ERBA: A Forest in the City

Lincoln Center Presents

November 17 at 11:00 am

Clark Studio Theater

+ERBA is an interactive family show with two dancers who create—together with children—an imaginary city.

November 23 at 7:30 pm

egg by César Alvarez and Emily Orling

Directed by Sarah Benson

Lincoln Center Presents

November 23 at 7:30 pm

David Rubenstein Atrium

Don’t miss this performance of songs and live ceramics in a performative salad of sound, poetics, anecdotes, and real-time collaboration.

December 08 at 11:00 am

Kids, Teens, and Families

Teatro Al Vacío's Are You There?

Lincoln Center Presents

December 08 at 11:00 am

Clark Studio Theater

Teatro Al Vacío’s Are You There? uses a variety of voices, noises, music, and words to offer a joyful exploration of what it means to listen.

December 11 at 11:00 am

Lincoln Center Moments

New York Philharmonic: Melodies in Motion

Lincoln Center Presents
New York Philharmonic

December 11 at 11:00 am

Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse

Join New York Philharmonic musicians showcasing works that inspire listeners to move and groove. For individuals with dementia and their caregivers.

December 13 at 11:00 am

New Dances: Edition 2024 | Relaxed Performance

The Juilliard School

December 13 at 11:00 am

Peter Jay Sharp Theater

This Relaxed Performance will include excerpts from New Dances: Edition 2024, which features world-premiere dances by innovative choreographers.

December 15 at 11:00 am

Kids, Teens, and Families

Teatro Al Vacío’s Close

Lincoln Center Presents

December 15 at 11:00 am

Clark Studio Theater

Teatro Al Vacío’s Close offers a playful show about strangers, creating relationships, distance, and closeness.

December 22 at 2:00 pm

Big Band Holidays

Jazz at Lincoln Center

December 22 at 2:00 pm

Experience this swinging seasonal classic that showcases new arrangements of timeless holiday tunes.

January 05 at 1:00 pm

Sensory-Friendly Performance: George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®

New York City Ballet

January 05 at 1:00 pm

This special performance features the beloved holiday classic George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®.

March 23 at 11:00 am

Who is Dvořák?

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

March 23 at 11:00 am

Step into the spirited and dramatic world of Dvořák! Join us as we explore the vibrant music of his roots and uncover the inspirations behind his masterpieces.

March 23 at 1:00 pm

Who is Dvořák?

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

March 23 at 1:00 pm

Step into the spirited and dramatic world of Dvořák! Join us as we explore the vibrant music of his roots and uncover the inspirations behind his masterpieces.

April 05 at 3:00 pm

Family Concert: Who is Gerry Mulligan?

Jazz at Lincoln Center

April 05 at 3:00 pm

Jazz at Lincoln Center’s recurring series for young audiences reveals a sonic portrait of saxophonist and composer Gerry Mulligan, a key figure in the cool jazz movement.

May 18 at 11:00 am

Beethoven’s Many Hats!

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

May 18 at 11:00 am

Join host Rami Vamos and CMS artists for an interactive look into Beethoven’s life, and how it was written into his masterpieces.

May 18 at 11:00 am

Sensory-Friendly Performance

New York City Ballet

May 18 at 11:00 am

This specially curated performance is designed to provide a relaxed, inclusive environment where individuals with sensory processing challenges, including autism, can experience New York City Ballet.

May 18 at 1:00 pm

Beethoven’s Many Hats!

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

May 18 at 1:00 pm

Join host Rami Vamos and CMS artists for an interactive look into Beethoven’s life, and how it was written into his masterpieces.

Thanks to Our Supporters

Support for Relaxed Performances is provided by The Taft Foundation