Relaxed performance
The Making of Pinocchio is presented as a relaxed performance.
The Making of Pinocchio is presented as a relaxed performance. This means that the established rules of theatre etiquette will be relaxed: the audience will be able to move freely during the performance (leave the performance space and come back during the performance, changing seats if necessary), and there will be no strong light and sound effects. For those who feel triggered by some of the references in the show or experience an overwhelming emotional response and want to take a break or talk to someone afterwards or during the show, we provide services such as a quiet space and well-being practitioner. A digital edition of The Making of Pinocchio will be made available after the performance in Budapest, to interested viewers, so that those who are unable to attend the live theatre performance at Trafó can experience Cade & MacAskill's work.
Wellbeing Practitioner
According to the company's observations, some audience members can sometimes feel triggered by some of the references in the show or experience an overwhelming emotional response, be it positive or negative. A Wellbeing Practitioner gives those audience members an opportunity to check in with somebody during and after the show. The Wellbeing Practitioner will listen, deescalate, and offer signposting to appropriate networks, support and services. The wellbeing practitioner services are not considered health care.
Relaxed Performances
A relaxed performance benefits anyone who can find standard theatre performances and the usual rules of theatre etiquette overwhelming or unpleasant. This includes but is not limited to people with autism, learning disabilities or sensory and communication needs. During the relayed performance the established rules of theatre etiquette will be relaxed: the audience will be able to move freely during the performance (coming and going, changing seats if necessary), and there will be no strong light and sound effects.
Digital Edition
The Making of Pinocchio now tours as two separate performances, a live stage spectacular and a digital performance that can be streamed online or screened as a film. The two works are different but speak to each other. The digital work continues to offer access to the work for those who face barriers to experiencing live work in the theatre.
Quiet Space
A chill-out space or quiet room is a space separate to the reception and auditorium where audience members can go if they need quiet time during the show and after. Creating a low-key and comfortable environment in a space separate to the high energy and loud music in the auditorium is great for older guests, audience members with social anxiety or sensory issues. Along with the 'relaxed performance' principles, audience members can take some time out during the performance in the chill out space and re-enter the performance anytime they want to.
Captions
We use English and Hungarian captions (both with sound descriptions) on the main screen.
