Join us and other families of deaf, disabled and neurodivergent children and young people as we watch a wonderfully inclusive pantomime of “Rumpelstiltskin” at Contact theatre, courtesy of Manchester’s SEND Community Offer!

This Christmas, The Big Tiny and Contact present a panto like no other.

Packed with spectacular sets, fabulous costumes, and plenty of audience fun for all ages, this is the panto our community has been waiting for. Come and celebrate the true meaning of friendship and love, only at Contact!

Can Cupid outwit the wicked Rumpelstiltskin and help Prince Dierdrick rediscover the power of love, laughter, and togetherness?

Don’t miss your chance to join in the fun and find out…

Rumpelstiltskin is packed full of sensational sets, fabulous costumes and overflows with holiday cheer and audience participation for all ages.

Please visit Contact theatre’s website for more info about this show and read further for more info on how to book your family’s FREE places.

Eligibility:

1. You must have a family member who is:
   • deaf, disabled or neurodivergent AND
   • aged 0-25 years old
2. You must live in the city of Manchester (i.e., under Manchester City Council).

Important Notes:

• You’re responsible for your own children’s safety throughout the session.
• The show is suitable for all ages.
• Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the start time.
• Many of Contact’s shows have a no latecomers policy. You may be refused entry if you are late; this is on the discretion of the theatre.
• Places are limited and booking is essential.
• Your Eventbrite ticket is NOT the official theatre ticket. Please check your inbox after booking for info about receiving the official theatre ticket.

ACCESSIBILITY INFO:

This performance is a Relaxed Performance.

• At a relaxed performance the audience can move around, make noise, enter and leave the theatre at any time.
• There will be a chillout space on the ground floor for anyone who needs a quiet space away from the foyer areas or the performance.
• Each actor will come onto the stage to introduce themselves and their character.
• The theatre won’t be completely dark, and loud noises as part of the performance will be reduced. If the theatre does need to go dark for a special effect, the actors will let the audience know in advance.
• Ear defenders are available to borrow from the box office for anyone who needs them.
• Some of the special effects normally used in the show won’t be used during the relaxed performance.

Please contact boxoffice@contactmcr.com if you have any other questions.

Contact theatre has a “visual story” / access guide to help you prepare for the visit. This and the building’s overall accessibility info can be found on Contact’s webite: contactmcr.com/visit/access

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

Much thanks to Contact theatre for hosting families on this day and for their support in booking our group.

As always, we are grateful to Manchester City Council’s SEND Local Offer team for funding the SEND Community Offer, which includes this event.

Other Accessible Performances at Contact Theatre

• Rumpelstiltskin Pantomime – 21 December, 6:30pm
  • The performance will be BSL interpreted by Emma Lynch.

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