FREE Sensory-Friendly Concert: “The Learning Express: Astronomy”

Name: FREE Sensory-Friendly Concert: “The Learning Express: Astronomy”
Start: 2025-08-16T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-08-16T12:00:00-04:00
Location: Orchestra Hall | Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Schedule

Sat Aug 16 2025 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Orchestra Hall | Detroit Symphony Orchestra | Detroit, MI

Explore the wonders of space through music! The Learning Express: Astronomy is a high-energy, interactive performance that introduces the audience to the planets, the North Star, and the changing seasons using the power of hip-hop and jazz. Created by Kris Johnson and Ozay Moore, and originally curated by Damien Crutcher and Progressions Inc., this program was designed to support academic learning in elementary schools across Inkster, Pontiac, and Detroit.
Join from 10:00—11:00am for hands-on activities before the concert.
Sensory-friendly events are designed for individuals on the autism spectrum and with other sensory sensitivities. Our culture can be unforgiving if you're unable to conform to the standard concert etiquette of quietly sitting still for extended periods. This excludes individuals who are unable to sit still or who may express emotions such as joy or excitement through vocalization. This sensory-friendly concert aims to remove barriers, allowing everyone to be themselves and enjoy a musical experience in a safe and judgement-free environment.