Flute Theatre is returning to Orange Tree Theatre with a new production of Twelfth Night to mark its 10th anniversary season.

Adapted and directed by Flute Theatre Artistic Director Kelly Hunter, Twelfth Night marks the company's fourth full-length show specifically created for audiences on the spectrum and runs at The Orange Treefrom 29 January – 10 February.

The production will then run at Riverside Studios from 12 – 16 February.

Flute Theatre performs shows for autistic individuals around the world in multiple languages, adapting performances according to the needs of the participants.

Up to 12 participants will experience Shakespeare's play on the OT stage with the actors.

In addition to the new production of Twelfth Night the company celebrates their 10th Birthday with the first International Shakespeare Festival for autistic individuals at Riverside Studios in August 2024.

Artistic Director of Flute Theatre Kelly Hunter said: "I am very happy to be returning to the Orange Tree this year to create our 4th production of Shakespeare for autistic people.

"The Orange Tree may be little, but it has a huge heart and knows no bounds in imagination and ambition. A perfect fit for Flute."

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