What Is This?

A gentle, sensory‑friendly concert for autistic, neurodivergent, disabled, and sensory‑sensitive adults, children, their families, caregivers & support people.

  • Soft, steady lighting
    No flashing, colour changes or strobe lights!

  • Lower sound levels
    No sudden loud noises, and we will be encouraging ASL-Clapping AKA Jazz-hands rather than traditional applause. We understand some people may clap anyways - that’s okay too! Over-all this will still reduce the volume level.

  • Sensory coping equipment welcome and encouraged!
    Every person is different - Please bring whatever you may need to cope, such as: sound-dampening headphones, sunglasses, weighted blanket or stuffy, a fidget, chewlery, etc.

  • Flexible seating
    Chairs, wheelchair areas, sensory swings, soft seats, and floor mats.

  • Movement, stimming, vocalizing, and singing-along welcome!
    There will be NO policing, “sshh-ing”, or expectations to be still or quiet.

  • Come and go anytime
    Feeling over-stimulated? No problem! You are welcome to excuse yourself as needed.
    Step outside or into the front entrance for a breather.

  • Clear signs, communication and a simple visual schedule
    Some signs stating “Movement and Vocalizing Welcome!”, or we will let you know things like: “our next song includes snapping” so that there are no surprises!

What does this look like?

Why?

Many concerts expect people to sit still, stay quiet, and follow a set of social norms that can feel uncomfortable, exhausting, or impossible for some of us.

In a lot of traditional choral concerts, it may feel rude to:

-sing along

-move around

-pace or rock

-stim

-vocalize

-cover your ears

-leave and come back

But these are normal ways of being in the world. They’re not misbehaviour. They’re not disruptions. They’re human needs.

So instead of asking you to change or mask, we’re meeting you where you’re at. This concert is designed so you can enjoy music in the way your body and brain naturally work, without judgment, without pressure, and without worrying about “doing it wrong.”

Everyone deserves access to the arts. Everyone deserves comfort. Everyone deserves to belong.

Sooke Community Hall
2037 Shields Road, Sooke, BC

-Wheelchair‑access
(please arrive 30mins early - 5pm - if you need the elevator, thank you!)

-An accessible washroom and space for mobility devices! (View the event floor plan below!)

Where?

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Time: Concert begins at 5:30pm!

The concert will be approx 1 hour to 1 hour 15 min long
There will be a 15 min intermission, with snacks!

Doors open early, 4:45pm, so people can settle in slowly. Please arrive at 5pm if you require the elevator. :)

When?

How much?/Ticket Info:

$5 per person

How to get tickets:

We’re keeping the ticket prices as low as possible, so the event stays accessible for everyone!

Event Floor Plan*

*Subject to change

Who is this for?

  • autistic adults and children

  • neurodivergent people

  • disabled and differently‑abled people

  • sensory‑sensitive people

  • families, caregivers, support workers & allies

  • anyone who prefers a fun, welcoming, predictable environment

Everyone is welcome!

Who We Are!

Mixtape Singers Society is a advanced level vocal ensemble committed to a high standard of artistic excellence, dedication, and integrity. We are committed artists who bring precision and passion to our performances.

Mixtape strongly believes that music is natural therapy, and storytelling through music healing. We care deeply about creating a safe, inclusive space, prioritizing mental health, emotional well-being, and the transformative power of music to bring people together, spark dialogue, and inspire change.

We’ve created this welcoming, sensory‑aware musical experience for our community. We’ve focused on accessibility, clarity, and comfort so autistic, disabled, and neurodivergent residents can enjoy our live music without barriers. Our team brings lived experience, advocacy, and a deep commitment to making the arts feel safe, predictable, and genuinely inclusive for everyone.

Learn more

In Part Funded by & In Partnership with:

Thank you to our funders and community partners whose support helps make this sensory‑friendly concert possible.