Lionel Bart’s Oliver! Sensory Friendly Performance
Enjoy a performance where families with children who need sensory accommodations can share the experience of seeing family-friendly theater.
Based on one of the greatest stories ever written, the show is filled with unforgettable characters, humor, dancing, drama, and a whole lot of heart. All that and two dozen of Milwaukee’s finest youth performers, Oliver! promises to be a show that the whole family can enjoy again and again during this holiday season.
Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Production length: 2 hours and 30 minutes with a 15 minute intermission
PLEASE NOTE: Oliver! is a captivating family musical that offers a delightful blend of music and humor. However, in staying true to the original novel by Charles Dickens, the production also incorporates some dramatic themes.
Location: Skylight Music Theatre, 158 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI
When: December 10, 2025
Time: 6:00 – 8:45 p.m.
Price: $20
GAMEU takes virtual learning to a whole new level! The Autism Society SE WI and GAMEU are partnering together and bringing a FREE new series of fun for your teen to try this Fall.
These FREE sessions will be modified so ALL-abilities are welcome.
Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m.
Themes:
Character Design Night, Sept.18
Platformer Workshop, Oct 16
Comic Book Workshop, Nov. 13
See more information here: assew.org/gameu
WisconSibs Sibshops are workshops for children and teens who are brothers and sisters of children with disabilities or long-term illnesses.
Youth Sibshops (ages 8-12) are a spirited mix of new games (designed to be unique, off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), new friends, and discussion activities.
Teen Sibshops (ages 13-17) focus on self-esteem building, peer connections, and topics related to being a sibling of someone with a brain- based disability through activities and discussions.
Sibshops are guided by trained facilitators (school psychologists, teachers, counselors or adult siblings, for example) in small, age-appropriate groups. All are trained in sibling issues, and always keep an eye open for participants who may need additional support.
Where: Autism Society SE WI, 3720 N. 124th Street, Suite O, Wauwatosa, WI, 53222
When: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
2024-25 Date(s): September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, January 4, February 1, March 1, April 5, May 3
Click Here for more information and registration.
Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Teen Hang Out
Come hang out with MCW University students on the MCW Campus. The first part of the night will include enjoying activities including board games, visiting with friends and pizza. The medical activities booths featured in the second half of the night will include options like a physical exam station where you can learn to listen to your heart, lungs and abdominal sounds. The more we can help our teens get comfortable with their medical health and the professionals that assist in their care, the better advocates they will be for their future.
Where: 8701 W Watertown Plank Road Medical Education Building, Room 2585 Milwaukee, WI 53226
When: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
2024 Date(s): November 9
ACEing Autism is on a mission for children with Autism to grow, develop and benefit from social connections and fitness through affordable tennis programming, uniquely serving individual needs while filling a national void for this growing and worthy population. Click here to learn more.
This program teaches individuals with disabilities how to ride a conventional bike and become a lifelong independent rider! Success in learning to ride a bicycle is a major accomplishment for attendees and builds confidence and an improved self-image. Nothing is more inspiring than seeing a group of bike camp participants ride a conventional bike completely independently. By the end of the five day camp over 80 percent of riders learn to ride their bikes completely independently.
Click Here to learn more about iCan Bike Camp.
Come show your creativity by building at Teen LEGO® Club! These fun-filled sessions will allow makers to build creations from scratch, as well as from predetermined plans. Many weeks will be thematic and will cause participants to “think outside of the box” to re-purpose and use existing parts and pieces differently. The goal of Teen LEGO® Club is to have fun, interact with others, and delight in a shared, common interest in a sensory-friendly space. LEGO® Club is open to teens with Autism or other developmental disabilities, as well as their non-disabled peers. This program is designed for teens ages 13-18 years old. Registration recommended, but not required. Attend all sessions, or choose the ones that work for your schedule!
Sessions are every other Wednesday starting January 31.
Click here for more details.
Maker Camp
Be a Maker this summer! Come join us in collaboration with the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum for this four session MAKER CAMP for teens where they will have the opportunity to participate in exciting, hands-on projects. Each session will have a different focus. Sign up for all four sessions or choose the ones that work with your schedule!
Click Here to learn more about upcoming First Stage Sensory Friendly Theater Performances.
Concordia Teen Hang Out Night
Come hang out with Concordia University students in the Field House and adjacent rooms on the Concordia Campus. Enjoy playing board games with students, make friends and have dinner. If your child has dietary restrictions, please provide an alternate snack for them to eat.
Where: Concordia University Field House, 12800 North Lake Shore Drive, Mequon, WI, 53097.
When: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
2024 Date(s): February 23 and Fall TBD.
Click to register your teen for this great program!
Sensory-friendly teen movie night experiences.
Pizza will be served, and teens can bring their own snacks and water bottle as well. Due to library rules, this event is for teens ages 13-18 years only. Parents can stay at the library or go to dinner nearby. If the teen requires assistance with toileting or needs significant behavioral support, parents are asked to stay for the duration of the event.
March 08 ⋅ 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. – CANCELLED
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023)
April 05 ⋅ 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. – CANCELLED
The Flash (2023)
Click here for more details and registration.
Teen Summer Socials
New Teen Offering for the Summer of 2023! The Teen Summer Socials are geared toward teen participants, aged 13-18.
Come join us for some fun with themed social events this summer. This six-session social opportunity will infuse some fun themes with opportunities to make friends, work on social interactions, play games and just have a great time relaxing with other teen participants in a safe, supervised environment.
Click here to register and see more details for these events.
