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Seesaw Theatre


Producing original, multi-sensory theatre for disabled audiences.

Evanston, IL / Northwestern University

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Seesaw Theatre


Producing original, multi-sensory theatre for disabled audiences.

Evanston, IL / Northwestern University

Cast and audience are smiling at the camera

"Always be asking 'why?'"

Seesaw Theatre was founded under the name "Theatre Stands with Autism" in 2012 by Northwestern University seniors Melanie Gertzman and Anna Marr. TSWA was founded with the belief that theatre is a basic human right and denying anyone access because of ability status is unacceptable. Rather than merely accommodating audiences with special needs, Seesaw Theatre produces multi-sensory theatrical experiences where each guest is accompanied by their own "adventure guide" who plays with them throughout the production, creating an individualized experience.

An audience member and an adventure guide are playing with a guitar

Multi-Sensory

Our shows are made to embrace all of the senses, not just sight and sound. Get ready to walk into a brand new world.

An audience member and adventure guide are looking at each other through a confetti ball. They are both laughing.

One-on-One

When you bring a guest to a Seesaw Theatre production, you can sit back and relax as an adventure guide acts as their liaison to the show.

An adventure guide and a cast member are sitting with an audience member

Safe

Our shows are designed under strict supervision from our design chair to be safe and accessible for our audience.

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