2025 Tony-winning Best Musical Maybe Happy Ending will kick off the 14th season of TDF's Autism Friendly Performances with a relaxed edition of the musical August 17 at 1 PM. The performance will feature adjustments to sounds and lights that could be jarring, plus staffed areas in the lobby for mid-show breaks. Tickets will be available through TDF exclusively to families, groups, and schools whose members include those on the autism spectrum, and at a discount.

Also participating in the program this year will be The Lion King at the September 28 performance; Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, November 9; and MJ The Musical, March 8, 2026. Additional shows are to be announced.

TDF has been hosting the special performances, part of its Accessibility Programs, since 2011. Past participants have included The Lion King, & Juliet, Aladdin, Cats, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, Come From Away, Elf: The Musical, Hamilton, Hadestown, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, How to Dance in Ohio, JOB, Kinky Boots, Mary Poppins, Matilda The Musical, MJ The Musical, My Fair Lady, New York City Ballet’s production of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, Our Town, SIX, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, The King and I, The Phantom of the Opera, and Wicked.

“We couldn’t be prouder to launch our 14th season of Autism Friendly Performances with the poignant, Tony-winning musical for all generations, Maybe Happy Ending,” says TDF Executive Director Deeksha Gaur in a statement. "This season will have something for everyone, from 2025's Tony-winning Best Musical to the continued support of long-running shows like our inaugural AFP production The Lion King, the ever-popular Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, and fan-favorite MJ The Musical. We are so grateful to share this diverse lineup of shows with families and individuals impacted by autism in a no-judgment, no-apology environment where everyone is welcome. We look forward to announcing several more shows to round out the season soon."

“I am thrilled to be a part of creating an Autism Friendly Performance of Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway,” adds Tony-winning Maybe Happy Ending director Michael Arden. “This is a show about connection, care, and what it means to be seen and loved–themes that resonate deeply with all of us. At its heart, Maybe Happy Ending reminds us that everyone deserves belonging, and this performance is a meaningful step toward making theatre more inclusive. We hope this special event allows audience members to experience the show in a way that feels welcoming, joyful, and entirely their own.”

Access to TDF AFP tickets is available by filling out this form. Once registered, tickets are available at TDF.org.

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Photos: Darren Criss and Helen J Shen in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway

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