Special-Needs Arts & Theater Events in Massachusetts

Virtual Classes, September 2023 – June 2024, with Special Art for All of Massachusetts. Special Arts for All is a group of students from Acton Boxborough, Brookline, Lexington, and Concord Carlisle High School in Massachusetts.[...]

Duxbury & Hingham, MA & Virtual Option, September 20th – December 15th, 2023.  An inclusive chorus designed for singers of all abilities, age 16 and up. * Repertoire includes master works, folk and traditional, seasonal,[...]

Virtual Class, MA, October 3rd – December 9th, 2023, in person, with Whole Children. Get ready to play and learn about the power of your voice in this introduction to the basics of voice acting. Over[...]

Hadley / Northampton, MA, October 3rd – December 9th, 2023, with Whole Children. In person, for ages 13 to Adult 12 with special needs. * In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat,” students learn both physical and[...]

Hadley / Northhampton, MA, October 3rd – December 9th, with Whole Children of Western MA. For ages 6 – 12 with special needs. In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat”, students learn both physical and verbal self-defense[...]

Dedham, MA, October 11th – December 6th, 2023, with the Museum of Leo’s Art and the Dedham Recreation Department’s Inclusive Pathfinder Program. Neuro-divergent, elementary aged children are invited to join this arts and crafts class[...]

Pawtucket, RI, October 2023 – March 2024, with Rhode Island Special Hockey. The GPYHA/RI Special Needs Hockey program offers Learn to Skate/Instructional Hockey for children age 4 to young adult with Down Syndrome, Autism, or any[...]

Burlington, MA, and by Zoom, October 16th – December 11th, 2023, with Riverside Family Support Center. Express your creativity in a variety of mediums this year; from paint to clay, to paper mâché, and much[...]

Bridgewater, MA, October 25th – December 20th, with the Bridgecenter and Easterseals Massachusetts. Young Adult & Adult Fall II Recreation Programs Mindful Movement – Engage in movement as a group with activities such as yoga,[...]

Bridgewater, MA, November 3rd – December 19th, 2023, with the Bridgecenter and Easterseals Massachusetts.  Children & Teen Fall II Recreation Programs. My Music Time 1:1 Lessons – Weekly music lessons with your choice of the following[...]

On line, Fall, 2023 & Winter 2024 Thursdays, with Easterseals MA. The Accessible Martial Arts Program is for people with and without disabilities who want to learn and practice self-defense, stretching, exercise, and relaxation techniques.[...]

Brockton, East Boston, Fall River, Gardner, Holyoke, North Adams, Worcester, December 2023 – March 2024, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Univeral Access Program and All Out Adventures.  Free. Lace up a pair of conventional skates[...]

Wayland, MA, December 3 – 13th, 2023. ACEing Autism is a tennis programs for kids with ASD disorders ages aged 5 to 18. Clinics provide a supportive and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow,[...]

Westfield, MA, December 3rd, 2023. With The Center for Human Development (CHD) All In program and the Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey team. Join the Springfield Thunderbirds sled hockey team at their home rink in Springfield,[...]

Webinar, December 5th, 2o23, with the Mansfield, MA, SEPAC. All kids need opportunities for physical activity and recreation, but how can you make programs in and out of school accessible to neurodiverse students? Hear speakers[...]

Mansfield, MA, December 5th 2023 – March 5th, 2024.  Athletes of any level are welcome to join in this is unified bowling team. If anyone knows of a unified partner that might want to join,[...]

Dedham, MA, December 6th, 2023, with the Museum of Leo’s Art and the Dedham Recreation Department’s Inclusive Pathfinder Program. Neuro-divergent, elementary aged children are invited to join this arts and crafts class run. * The[...]

Boston, December 6th, 2023  This performance and in-theater experience is designed to welcome guests who are neurodiverse, have sensory sensitivities, and need additional accessibility accommodations to enjoy the ballet. * This one-of-a-kind performance has been[...]

Marlborough, MA, December 7th, 2023, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. One day lacrosse clinic for athletes ages 16 and older on Thursday, December 7th from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. * No lacrosse experience required. * Equipment[...]

Northampton, MA, December 8th, 2023, 4 p.m. performance. This sensory-friendly performance has lighting and sound accommodations for reduced sensory experiences. A narrator will assist the audience at the start of the performance. * Pioneer Valley[...]

East Cambridge, MA, December 8th – 10th, 2023. Presented by United Dance Company, ages 13-22, families & friends.  In order to ensure that classes are fully accessible and enjoyable for students with Down syndrome, United Dance[...]

Westwood, MA, Fall 2023, with the Westwood Recreation Department. For ages 5 – 1o. Neurotypical and neurodiverse kids are empowered to have fun together and make social connections supervised by Westwood Recreation Staff. * Enjoy[...]

Westwood, MA, Fall 2023, with the Westwood Recreation Department. For ages 5 – 1o. Neurotypical and neurodiverse kids are empowered to have fun together and make social connections supervised by Westwood Recreation Staff. * Enjoy[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, December 16th, 2023. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

  Worcester, December 17th, 2023. Sensory Performance at 1 pm. Audio Description and ASL services at 6 pm. Adapted by the president and CEO Troy Siebels and featuring the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ, this annual production returns[...]

Natick, MA, December 18th, 2023, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * This is[...]

Online class, Fall/Winter 2023, with the Seven Hills Foundation of Massachusetts. For ages 14+ with special needs. Lisa Irvine from Brave Yoga joins in for Mindfulness and Yoga. Lisa is committed to sharing the practice[...]

Stockbridge, MA, December 20th, 2023. The Berkshire Theatre Group’s “sensory-friendly” performance is a production that is slightly modified to accommodate individuals with sensory-input disorders, such as people on the autism spectrum. * At this performance,[...]

Westwood, MA, Fall 2023, with the Westwood Recreation Department. For ages 5 – 1o. Calling all creative neurotypical and neurodiverse kids. Join in for some artistic crafting during December break. * Sign up for one[...]

Brookline, MA, January 1st – March 25th, 2024. With the Brookline Recreation Department’s Therapy Programs. It’s time for the crisp, cold air and peaceful scenery offered by winter sports. * If you’re looking for a way[...]

Shrewsbury, MA, January 1 – March 6th, 2024. Rec Connect is a collaboration between Northboro, Southboro, & Shrewsbury Rec Departments,  This adaptive/inclusive social program is designed for those with and without disabilities to come together[...]

South Dennis, MA, through May 18th, 2024. An all-inclusive ice hockey team coming to Cape Cod, the Great Blizzards will be based at Tony Kent Arena in Dennis, MA. The Great Blizzards of Cape Cod will[...]

Winchester, MA, January 7th – February 12th, 2023. TOPS for Hoops serves disabled youth basketball players ages 6 to 16. Offered by the Winchester Youth Basketball Association, this program provides an opportunity for all children with[...]

Westfield, MA, January 28th 2024, With The Center for Human Development (CHD) All In program and the Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey team. Join the Springfield Thunderbirds sled hockey team at their home rink in Springfield,[...]