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Small group outing using public transport to visit Arts Centre Melbourne andsee the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra perform Pixar in Concert: A relaxed and autism friendly performance. Pixar in Concert is a compilation of all of your Pixar favourites showing on the big screen with the Orchestra on the stage in front playing the score. This performance is about 60 minutes and will take place in Hamer Hall, a safe and relaxed environment with various elements adapted to reduce anxiety and discomfort including;

Online pre-concert resources
A relaxed attitude to noise and movement during the concert
Lights to stay on during the concert
Chill-out break areas
General admission seating with reduced capacity
See the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra website for more information.

What's involved?
Travel on public transport, Some walking will be involved e.g. to and from train station and around the venue, some waiting in queues.

Places are limited. Please call if you have questions about whether this is the right activity for your child. Registration closes Friday 24th March 2017.

Activity Details

Date: Saturday 8th April 2017

Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm, performance starts 10:30am

Drop off / Pick up location: Reservoir Train Station, Spring Street, Reservoir

Eligibility: Children / young people (8-17yo) residing in the North East Melbourne area (Yarra, Banyule, Nillumbik, Whittlesea, Darebin, Hume and Moreland).  Activities are suitable for participants who can be supported in a 1:2 ratio. If you require higher support ratio, please phone to discuss your support needs.  Participants must be registered with Extended Families. If you are not registered, contact our Intake Coordinator on 9355 8848 or booking@extendedfamilies.org.au. 

What to bring: Lunch, snacks, water, myki and companion card 

Activity cost:  We are grateful for the support of Arts Centre Melbourne First Call Fund in being able to offer this at no cost for participants.  Actual ticket prices Adult $65, Child/Concession $45.  Participants without a companion card will need to cover myki fee ($6.00) for a supporting adult. 

Direct support cost:  For participants who do not yet have individualised funding (NDIS plan or ISP), we offer a subsidised rate of $15 per hour for direct support costs.  This is in addition to any relevant activity cost. Note: People on Centrelink benefits who do not yet have individualised funding may talk to us about further possible subsidy.
Support costs for participants with an NDIS plan or ISP are based on NDIS pricing for ‘Group based community, social and recreational activities - Saturday’ at a staffing ratio of 1:2.  If you require a higher staffing ratio, please call us to discuss.
NDIS participants will be contacted to arrange a service agreement.  Participants with an ISP or no individualised funding will be sent an invoice after the event.

For more information contact recreation@extendedfamilies.org.au or call 9285 4839.