Creating Sensory-Inclusive Experiences in the Arts, Sports, and Beyond
Sensory Stages partners with live arts, entertainment, sports, and museum organizations to make their experiences more inclusive for neurodivergent individuals and their families — without changing the heart of what they do.
What We Do
At Sensory Stages, we help organizations develop, launch, and sustain sensory-friendly and sensory-inclusive programming. We provide hands-on consulting that includes:
Comprehensive onboarding and training
on sensory-inclusive best practices
Step-by-step event support
from pre-production planning through the day of the event
Cross-department collaboration
to ensure your entire organization is aligned
Marketing and partnership guidance
to connect with the communities you aim to serve
Who We Work With
We proudly partner with leading organizations in the performing arts and beyond - and we continue to expand globally into museums, sports entertainment, and live venues of all kinds.
Neurodivergent- Owned and Operated
Sensory Stages was founded by two professionals who bring together expertise in neurodivergent communities and a deep love for shared cultural experiences — from the arts to sports and beyond.
About Sensory Stages
Reed Walker —
Co-Founder & President
Reed combines over a decade of experience in the mental and behavioral health field with a lifelong love of theatre. His work focuses on transforming performance spaces into inclusive environments where neurodivergent individuals, families, and artists can thrive. He also serves
as Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Luna Family Autism.
Rachel Petmecky —
Co-Founder & Director of Education
Rachel has more than ten years of experience designing specialized services for individuals with sensory needs. Her background in behavioral therapy, clinical diagnostics, and sensory
program development informs Sensory Stages’ research-driven, expert-led approach to training and consulting.
Together, they’re building a world where every performance, exhibit, and event welcomes everyone.