Aston’s Stones 13 - 16 Oct 2016
Every stone gets to follow Aston home and is greeted with a warm and cosy bed. His two parents, although very patient and understanding, gradually get more and more worried about the increasing number of stones in their living room.
This story is about how easy it is to love and the ability to see and to appreciate the value in small things – even in a little stone.
Part of Dublin Theatre Festival 2016
Curricular Links...
Attending and reflecting on theatre performances with your class will explore many of the key strands of the Drama and English curricula, particularly in relation to: examining the relationship between story, theme and life experience; using insights arising out of dramatic action to draw conclusions about life and people; receptiveness to language; competence and confidence in using language; emotional and imaginative development through language; reflection on drama and listening and responding.
Autism Friendly Performance...
There will be an autism friendly performance of Aston's Stones on Fri 14 October at 12.15pm. Autism friendly performances are aimed at families or school groups with children who are on the autism spectrum or those who have sensory sensitivities. This will be a relaxed performance, that will be tailored for the comfort of your child. The sound will be at a lower volume and the lights will be dimmed rather than completely dark, we will warn you of any loud noises and we will have a special chill-out area where your child can relax.
An autism friendly information pack, with photographs and a synopsis of the play which may assist your child to prepare for the performance can be downloaded here
For further information please contact The Ark on (01) 670 7788 or boxoffice@ark.ie.
Dublin Theatre Festival...
DTF takes place from 29 September - 16 October 2016. See full details of the festival at www.dublintheatrefestival.com