Strong language and discussion of death, homophobia, racism and xenophobia. We recommend this show for ages 14+.
Jean Mid 60s Haitian Man
Jonah Early 30s Haitian American Man
Karl Early 30s White American Man
Here are a series of options you have while attending Where the Mountains Meet the Sea:
Before the play…
— Enter the theatre building
— If needed, pick up your ticket at the Box Office
— Before or when the announcement is made on the speakers, enter the theatre and find your seat
— Sit down in your seat
— Listen to the pre-show announcement speech
During the play…
—Stay seated and watch the play
— Move to the lobby to watch the play from a TV monitor
— Move to the lobby for a quiet space with no monitor and less noise
* For the safety and enjoyment of others, you may not be able to return to your seat if you leave the theatre during the performance.
After the play…
— If you wish, applaud during the curtain call when the actors bow
— Exit through the hallway to the Victor Jory Lobby
— Or stay seated until most of the crowd has exited to the lobby and then leave at your own pace
Actors Theatre of Louisville is committed to a judgement-free experience for all audience members. While attending this performance, you might see a variety of behaviors, including:
Stimming: a physical or verbal response to over- or under- stimulation that can provide self-regulation or self-expression. This might be repeated hand-wringing, rocking or clapping.
Echolalia: Some patrons may repeat phrases, quotes and speech. Sometimes, this aids comprehension, and sometimes, this can be a calming or relaxing activity.
Tics: Involuntary movements or vocal sounds (please note: tics and stimming are separate behaviors)
Touch Sensitivity: Some patrons may be very uncomfortable with physical touch from others and/or aware of the sensation of materials on their skin.
Alternative Communication: Some patrons might use non-verbal forms of communication in response to over- or under- stimulation. Types of communication can vary and can include: sign language, typing, body language, facial expressions and/or using pictures.
Fidgets: Some patrons may bring small objects with them to a performance – like stress balls, sewing pads or putty. Using these objects can relieve stress, aid relaxation and increase focus.
Sensory and Emotionally-Intense Moments: The ushers at each performance will have a list of sensory intense moments throughout the play. For example, the list may note lights, sound effects or other sudden changes that could be overwhelming to some patrons.
Special thanks: Talleri McRae, The Kentuckiana Autistic Spectrum Alliance (KASA), Autistics United Kentucky, The Kentucky Autism Training Center and Heidi Cooley-Cook, Micah Peace, Bev Harp, Erin Fitzgerald, Cody Clark, Peyton Stockdale and Natalie Ambrosino.