"Autistic Achievement Shines in 'How to Dance in Ohio' Musical"

"How to Dance in Ohio," a new Broadway musical, celebrates autistic achievement by depicting a group of autistic individuals as they prepare for a social event. The musical turns the challenge of autism into an opportunity, using words and music to provide access into the inner worlds of the characters. The show emphasizes the characters' capacity for independence, connection, and accomplishment, and features a cast of actors who publicly identify as autistic themselves. Directed with sensitivity, "How to Dance in Ohio" is a modest production that has made its own space on Broadway and proved that it belongs.