West End run for sensory adaptation of Cinderella

Ellana Gilbert is playing the leading role of Cinderella in the production

A spin-off of the classic tale of Cinderella specially adapted for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities is set to open in London.

Sensory Cinders, which runs from 2 to 5 November at Soho Place, is the first production of its kind to hit the West End, according to its creators, Hull-based charity Concrete Youth.

It said it represented "a significant step" towards promoting inclusivity.

The charity's chief executive Daniel Swift described it as "a historic moment".

The production, which explores themes of identity, self-expression and magic, includes specially designed sensory materials, along with an original music score and changes to the traditional storyline and characters.

Mr Swift, who is also a co-director of the charity, said: "The severe lack of cultural provision for audiences labelled with profound and multiple learning disabilities has been a longstanding issue.

"This production represents a significant step towards addressing this disparity and promoting ongoing inclusivity in the West End and national cultural landscape."

Belle Streeton, director of the show, said: "This pantomime has something for everybody, and I can't wait for our audiences to see the fruits of our labour and all the love and hard work that we've poured into this show."

The show has been produced in partnership with The Civic, Barnsley, and the Knaresborough-based Henshaws arts and crafts centre, with support from Sheffield Theatres and Arts Council England.

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