LITTLE B'S BIG HOLIDAY WISH Benefit Supports TDF's Autism Theatre Initiative This Weekend

LITTLE B'S BIG HOLIDAY WISH a new musical production will have a special performance today, December 19th, 2015 at 1:00 pm at the McGinn Cazale Theatre, 2162 Broadway NYC, NY 10024.

The production Director/Choreographer is Sharon Halley. The Musical Director is Phil Hall with Set Design by Star Theodos Kahn. Lead performers include Becca Yuré with Michael McKenzie and Francesca MacAaron. The Stage Manager is Byron Abens.

Proceeds from this production will benefit Theatre Development Fund's Autism Theatre Initiative. According to Becca Yuré, the creator, "Our intention in this innovative performance is to welcome families to experience musical theatre in a supportive, sensory-friendly environment as part of their holiday celebration this year." Tickets are only $20. They are available at: LittleB.brownpapertickets.com or by calling (646) 887-4573.

LITTLE B'S BIG HOLIDAY WISH is a sensory-friendly show for the holiday celebration! It is the story of a young girl's wish for the holidays and how her parents make it happen. The production is a relaxed musical theatre experience in which children with special needs and their families are welcome.

Becca Yuré, the creator of this show, is a singer / songwriter / actor / dancer and works with children who have special needs. She supports children individually providing behavior analytic services as well as in Buddy Club, her social skills groups. In addition, Becca consults with Theatre Development Fund's Autism Theatre Initiative as their Lead Autism Specialist to enable children with special needs and their families to attend Broadway shows. She is excited to bring an original, sensory-friendly production to NYC for the holidays that combines her passion for musical theatre with her love of educating and supporting children. ." Becca has sung on The Tonight Show as well as performed at Lincoln Center, The Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles Music Center, LaJolla Playhouse, and has toured in theatre productions across the U.S. She has performed original music at venues throughout NYC.

The organization for the benefit is theTheatre Development Fund's Autism Theatre Initiative. Its' aim is to make "theatre accessible to individuals with Autism" by offering supportive Broadway shows that are performed with "slight adjustments." This is an incredible program offering the gift of theatre to many individuals and their families who may not otherwise have the opportunity to attend. Several shows are planned for 2016.