Unmask the Arts

Inclusive arts access

The performing arts — for everyone.

Unmask the Arts creates sensory-friendly and neurodivergent-affirming performing arts experiences so every person can show up as their authentic self.

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A little history

Born from a desire for inclusion.

Unmask the Arts was founded by Emma Kent, a professional modern dancer and behavioral technician. When a client's mom expressed a desire to bring her child to a dance concert, but felt it wasn't an environment that would be welcoming to her daughter's needs, Emma felt inspired to reimagine theater etiquette. Once our sensory-friendly concert model was established, Emma begun looking for ways to include artists with disabilities. Now, UA has pledged to hire an accessible arts organization to perform alongside the professional companies with a promise to pay all artists equal wages.

Colorful sensory table with accessible fidget tools

Access in action

Sensory table rentals for your event.

We provide fully stocked sensory tables with fidget tools, noise-canceling headphones, and calming resources — available to rent for your next performance or community event.

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Making room for everyone

What we stand for.

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Sensory-friendly performances

We partner with venues and companies to adapt existing productions — adjusting lighting, sound, and house rules so neurodivergent audiences can attend comfortably.

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Paid opportunities for artists with disabilities

We are committed to compensating artists with disabilities fairly. Inclusion means economic equality, not just a place to perform.

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Community education

We offer workshops and resources for arts organizations ready to make accessibility a core value — not an afterthought.

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Sponsored tickets

Cost should never be a barrier. We sponsor tickets for individuals and families who need financial support to attend our events. Tickets for AFC home residents and staff are never higher than $1.

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Authentic belonging

Stimming, moving, vocalizing — all welcome. Our events are spaces where neurodivergent expression is celebrated, not suppressed.

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Every person deserves to experience the joy of the performing arts — unmasked.

Come as you are

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Past events

Moments we've shared

Each gathering is a chance to make the arts feel more welcoming, more flexible, and more joyful. Explore a few highlights from our recent events.