A group of actors wearing orange and yellow costumes and pointy hats smile warmly during a live performance by Flute Theatre. The inclusive scene is lit with soft red stage lighting under a chandelier, showcasing Flute Theatre’s unique adaptation of Shakespeare for autistic individuals using the Hunter Heartbeat Method. The ensemble’s joyful expressions reflect the company’s commitment to sensory-friendly theatre experiences. Flute Theatre also offers training and workshops for actors, teachers, applied theatre students, and families to support neurodiverse communities.

Transforming Theatre

We aim to make theatre as a healing, transformative and cathartic experience, creating interactive, playful and heartfelt performances with autistic people. Using the extraordinary listening skills and clarity of storytelling that has developed through this work, we create further productions for wider audiences at venues ranging from refugee camps to major international festivals. In 2024 we celebrated our tenth birthday.

"Over the past 25 years, I have seen about 4,000 live theater productions in my capacity as a Colorado arts journalist. On May 10 2025 I attended perhaps the most beguiling live theater performance of my life.
The play was a short, groundbreaking adaptation of “Pericles,” and it was performed by Denver’s disability-affirmative Phamaly Theatre Company based on interactive principles developed over 25 years by Kelly Hunter, visiting artistic director of London’s Flute Theatre.
I had never seen anything like it."
John Moore Denver Gazette December 2025

Two performers share a joyful moment during a Shakespeare workshop in India, capturing connection, support, and creativity while working with autistic artists.

"I am Neena Goel from WeCan, Kolkata. A big thank you for the priceless experience you gave to my kids. They cannot stop talking about it. You were magical."

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—India 2025

A diverse group of performers energetically engage in a live Flute Theatre performance, using expressive gestures and movement on a dimly lit stage. The actors wear casual, comfortable clothing in natural tones, creating an inclusive and accessible environment tailored for autistic individuals. This performance, inspired by Shakespeare and adapted using the Hunter Heartbeat Method, highlights Flute Theatre’s commitment to neurodiverse storytelling. Audience members can be seen watching with interest in the background. Flute Theatre also offers training and courses for actors, educators, applied theatre students, and families to support autism-friendly performance practices.

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Funding for the arts is currently said to be at a ‘terminal decline’ but we will continue to create our life changing opportunities whatever the challenges. Please help us continue with a one off donation or a monthly subscription. Your donations go directly toward our performances with marginalised people and always will.

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