Booking Now Open for Relaxed Performance of PETER PAN

All children, except one, grow up... When Peter Pan, the leader of the Lost Boys, loses his shadow during a visit to London, headstrong Wendy helps him reattach it. In return she is invited to Neverland - where Tinker Bell the fairy, Tiger Lily and the vengeful Captain Hook await. Exploring the possibilities and pain of growing up, it's a riot of magic, mischief, music and make-believe.

Director Sally Cookson brings her wondrously inventive Peter Pan to the National Theatre after a sell-out, critically acclaimed run at Bristol Old Vic Theatre.

Relaxed performances are specifically designed to welcome people with an Autism Spectrum Condition, sensory or communication disorders, or learning disabilities. There is a relaxed attitude to noise and movement, and some small changes made to the lighting and sound effects. An easy way to understand the atmosphere is perhaps 'the opposite of the quiet carriage on the train'. There will be a 'break out' space and friendly ushers on hand to assist.

A Visual Story, a short information document emailed/posted to all bookers prior to performance, will contain information and pictures about the performance, plot, characters and some information about the venue to help prepare visitors for their visit to the theatre.

Peter Pan is suitable for children aged 7+. Bookers will need to decide if the show will be suitable for the person's cognitive (and not necessarily chronological) age.

Running time: 2 hours 30 minutes, including a 20-minute interval

Tickets: adult £16 / under-18s £10

Booking: Use code 'RELAXED' when booking online or by phone on 020 7452 3961. You can also email boxoffice@nationaltheatre.org.uk.

More information: nationaltheatre.org.uk/your-visit/access/relaxed-performances.

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