New Victory ® Autism-Friendly Performance ACT GUIDE

Photo: Rod Penn

NewVictory.org THE NEW VICTORY® THEATER © The New 42nd Street, Inc. can sometimes be a little scary! If you’re feeling scared, you can always:

Cover or close your eyes. Hold your grown-up’s hand.

Cover your ears with your Use a fidget tool. hands or put on headphones.

Take a break from the show in the Jack and Lew Rudin Lobby.

NewVictory.org THE NEW VICTORY® THEATER © The New 42nd Street, Inc. Autism-Friendly Performance Character and Story Guide When you see Circus Abyssinia: Ethiopian Dreams, you may have some questions. Try to remember these three things:

1. All members of the cast are trained professionals.

2. They rarely make mistakes or get hurt.

3. Do not try any of these tricks at home!

Here are some acts you might see in Circus Abyssinia: Ethiopian Dreams.

Opening Dance with Hand-Vaulting Contortion Rolla Bolla Cloth-Spinning Clowning with Audience Participation Hula Hoop Icarian Games Full Company Dance

There will be a break between Act I and Act II. This break is called an intermission and will last 20 minutes. During the intermission, you can use the bathroom and have a drink or a snack.

If you need any help finding the toilets, getting food or drink or anything else, you can ask one of our Ushers. They are wearing black T-shirts with “New Victory” on the front and will be in the lobbies and the theater.

NewVictory.org THE NEW VICTORY® THEATER © The New 42nd Street, Inc. Autism-Friendly Performance Character and Story Guide Here are some photos from Circus Abyssinia: Ethiopian Dreams!

Contortion Juggling

Cloth Juggling Full Company Dance

NewVictory.org THE NEW VICTORY® THEATER © The New 42nd Street, Inc. Autism-Friendly Performance Character and Story Guide