Sensory Friendly Showings in Virginia Beach at Cinema Cafe

This afternoon I had a chat with Caitlin Hylinski, the Event Coordinator at Cinema Cafe Kemps River in Virginia Beach, about the idea of starting a monthly sensory-friendly showing.  She told me they had thought about it, but was not sure there was enough interest.  I told her I thought there probably was, considering that nearly every seat is sold out at the other sensory friendly showing in town each month.

Usually a sensory friendly movie showing will involve skipping the movie previews, leaving the lights on, and turning the sound down quite a bit.  Families who attend know what the deal is and are comfortable with behaviors of individuals with autism.  What Cinema Cafe needs to hear now is how excited the Virginia Beach Autism community is about the idea of a second monthly sensory friendly movie showing.  Let us know in the comments if you'd be interested.  Comment on the Cinema Cafe Facebook Page.  Email or call Cinema Cafe at [email protected] or 757.747.1396.  Would you be more likely to attend a showing at Kemps River, Pembroke or Greenbrier?

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Nikki Schwartz is a Licensed Professional Counselor, owner of Oaktree and focuses on using neurofeedback, play, and talk therapies to provide practical, effective counseling to families and clients.

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