The Helix Panto – The Three Musketeers, announced today that a specially adapted sensory friendly performance will take place on Wednesday, 18^th December at 7:00pm.

The specially adapted performance will include softer on stage lighting and compressed sound, with no sudden noises or bangs. The lighting in the auditorium will remain on ensuring the audience feel entirely comfortable throughout the performance. No flashing merchandise will be available at The Helix for this particular sensory performance. In addition to these changes, assistant dogs are welcome in the theatre and a particular allowance is made for those who may need to move around more or who may react in different ways to the performance. 

Produced by ThreatreworX Productions, The Helix was the first theatre in Ireland to stage a panto performance incorporating the different sensory needs so that children can have an enjoyable experience with their family. 

Speaking on the announcement, Claire Tighe, CEO of TheatreworX Productions said ‘Our cast and crew always look forward to our sensory show each year. We work very closely with the team at The Helix and various autism organisations to ensure we create a comfortable, safe and welcoming environment for families to enjoy their day out over the festive season’.

TheatreworX Productions return to The Helix this Christmas with all the wit, magic and fun celebrating their 12^th anniversary show with the first ever professional production of The Three Musketeers. Creating a new fresh script with plenty of twists, turns and adventure, be prepared for lots of laughs, eye catching sets, song and dance and of course comedy genius for all the family to enjoy.

The Three Musketeers will begin an eight week run from 22^nd November 2019 – 19^th January 2020. Tickets, priced from €17.50 (booking fees apply) and are on sale now from www.thehelix.ie and at The Helix Box Office.