Relaxed performance at ROCK ME AMADEUS

© Stefanie J. Steindl

On Sunday, May 18, the Vereinigte Bühnen Wien, in cooperation with Österreichische Autistenhilfe (Austrian Autism Aid), invited audiences to a second “relaxed performance” – this time at ROCK ME AMADEUS – DAS FALCO MUSICAL at the Ronacher Theater.

This special performance format is aimed primarily, but not exclusively, at people with disabilities or learning difficulties, as well as neurodivergent people (including forms of autism and ADHD).

At the beginning of the performance, VBW dramaturge Elisabeth Gruber welcomed the audience and presented the inclusive concept. Afterwards, the performers Moritz Mausser, Alex Melcher, Katharina Gorgi, Simon Stockinger, Konstantin Simons, and Niklas Petzer gave exciting insights into the play and presented their roles. The performance itself was celebrated by the audience with great enthusiasm and long-lasting applause – in keeping with the motto: “Musical – an experience for everyone.”

What is a “relaxed performance”?

In a “relaxed performance,” stimuli that can be overwhelming for some visitors are deliberately reduced – such as bright lighting effects, loud noises, or pyrotechnics. The auditorium remains dimly lit throughout the performance, and visitors can leave the theater at any time and take a break in a designated quiet room if necessary. Visitors can also return to their seats at any time without having to wait for an official intermission. Early admission to the theater and an extended intermission also help to avoid stress and hectic rushes. A guide in simple language is also available to help visitors prepare for the performance.

ROCK ME AMADEUS – relaxed performance

  • © Stefanie J. Steindl

    A person in a wheelchair is holding several sheets of paper and is standing at the bottom of a staircase with a red carpet. In the background are four other people, three of them in black uniforms with red ties. On the wall hangs a poster with the words “YOUR LUCK!” and “Casinos Austria.” To the right is another sign with the text “VIDEO SHOOT: YOUR OPINION IS IMPORTANT TO US.”

  • © Stefanie J. Steindl

    Two people are standing on a staircase with red carpet. One person is holding a booklet titled “RONACHER ROCK ME AMADEUS – THE FALCO MUSICAL” with the addition “INFORMATION FOR VISITORS IN SIMPLE LANGUAGE.” This person is wearing a blue outfit and has a brown bag around their waist. The other person is dressed in black and wearing a red bow tie.

  • © Stefanie J. Steindl

    A dog is lying on a mat in an indoor space, presumably a theater. The dog is wearing a harness with a leash and has light-colored fur with darker spots on its back and ears. It is looking directly at the camera, its mouth slightly open. There are chairs and tables around the dog, and red seating furniture and wooden furniture can be seen in the background.

  • © Stefanie J. Steindl

    A stage can be seen, with a large, illuminated backdrop consisting of numerous square panels in various shades of blue and reflective surfaces. The words “ROCK ME AMADEUS” can be read in a grid pattern. An audience is seated in front of the stage, and a person is standing on the stage speaking or performing. The venue is a magnificent theater with balconies on both sides, where spectators are also seated.

  • © Stefanie J. Steindl

    Five people are standing on a stage in front of a backdrop made of square panels, some of which are reflective. From left to right: A person in black clothing is holding a microphone and a tablet or notebook. Next to them are two younger people in blue sleeveless sweaters over white shirts, white shorts, black shoes, and white socks. In the middle stands a person in a black tuxedo with their hands crossed in front of their body. On the far right is a person in a white suit with one hand resting on their hip.

  • © Stefanie J. Steindl

    Four people are standing on a stage in front of a reflective, tiled background. On the far left, one person is holding a microphone and some sheets of paper and is wearing a dark outfit. The second person from the left is dressed in a black suit with a bow tie. The third person is wearing a red two-piece outfit and is raising one hand, possibly to wave or gesticulate. On the far right is a person wearing a glittering black jacket and dark pants. Spectators can be seen at the bottom of the image, indicating that this is a public event.

 

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