NJ Ballet: Sleeping Beauty A Sensory Friendly Theater Performance

Sunday, April 12, 2026 @ 2:00pm

Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage
1601 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

NJ Ballet’s Sensory Friendly Theatre performance of “Sleeping Beauty” is specially adapted for children and adults with autism and other sensory sensitivities. Learn more about Sensory Friendly Theatre events.

New Jersey (NJ) Ballet invites you to a sensory friendly performance of the timeless fairytale “Sleeping Beauty,” set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score. This enchanting story follows Princess Aurora, who is placed under a spell and awakened by true love’s kiss.

This specially adapted performance is thoughtfully designed to create a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families. With adjusted lighting and sound levels, a relaxed atmosphere, and flexible seating options, audiences can experience the beauty of classical ballet in a comfortable and inclusive setting.

A radiant showcase of classical dance, “Sleeping Beauty” offers sweeping choreography, beloved music, and a magical story—creating a breathtaking and accessible experience for audiences of all ages.

What to expect at a Sensory Friendly Theatre Performance:

• Each performance runs 60 minutes from start to finish, with no intermission.


• Seating is general admission; a limited number of tickets will be sold to maintain a comfortably-sized audience.


• Lights will remain on at 25% brightness inside the theater auditorium during the entire performance.


• Sound volume will be lowered and remain constant to prevent abrupt, jarring sounds.

Supported in part by funding from the Union County Board of County Commissioners and the NJEDA’s A.R.T. Phase II Grant Program