Research shows that experiencing live music in a social environment can help toddlers with disability and developmental delay. Kids Sensory Music Playtime is Sydney Opera House’s fun, interactive early childhood music program designed especially for them.

This popular live music series is performed by members of Sydney Youth Orchestra and is an introduction to live music and orchestral instruments for newborns and toddlers. It is a multi-sensory experience that is accessible to very young audiences with a range of disabilities and is great for their development and enjoyment, with members of the orchestra engaging with the audience and allowing them to participate at their own wishes or pace. It has been created in partnership with leading disability services provider, Lifestart, and nationally acclaimed multi-sensory theatre company, Sensorium Theatre. Lifestart’s qualified Early Childhood Specialists attend the performance and are on hand to help in any way needed. These sessions are for very young children with Developmental concerns, Developmental Delays or Diagnosed disabilities.

Are you wanting your child to:

• have FUN
• share the joy of music with others
• express themselves through music and movement.
• engage in an immersive sensory experience.
• attend and participate in an event outside their home  in their community.
• use public transport to participate in a community activity.
• participate alongside other children (early learning opportunity).
• interact with peers-develop play and social skills.
• have space to be calm and regulated in an unfamiliar environment.
• access different communication systems eg AUSLAN/KWS/VISUAL/VERBAL
• follow visual and verbal instructions.
• develop motor planning skills-interacting with sensory tools and toys
• navigate and explore the KSMP space-moving up and down the stairs; move between families, if able

Best of all this event is free for all participants! You will also receive a coffee or tea voucher to redeem at the Opera House café on your way out where you can connect with the other parents and children.

While the event is offered at no charge, you must register via the form below. This allows us to have the right number of families and kids attending and ensures a wonderful experience for all.

Our next performance will be held on Friday 17th July in the Northern Foyer of the Joan Sutherland Theatre at the Sydney Opera House. Complete the form below to register or email Donna Bennett from Lifestart on donnabennett@lifestart.org.au for more info.