Autism: Must See TV

Honestly, people would rather show up for a root canal appointment than sit through an hour-and-a-half movie about autism
~Tricia Regan, Director of "Autism: The Musical"

Until now that is, Ms. Regan. I’ve seen "Autism: The Musical" not once, but twice. (Read my previous blog about it here.)

Both times I laughed. Both times my heart swelled with pride for the kids that participated. Like most parents of kids on the spectrum, when I spot one, somehow they innately feel like my own flesh and blood.

I want to hug them. Kiss their faces. Rub their heads.

Cheer them on.

"Autism: The Musical" and the story of the Miracle Project gave me an opportunity to cheer.

Please. Whether or not autism has touched you personally, you really, really must take time to watch it. I promise at the end of the film you will have been thoroughly entertained and uplifted by this talented group of human beings.

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"Autism: The Musical" hits the airwaves this Tuesday, March 25th on HBO. To learn more about it, see the recent coverage by The New York Times, Autism Bulletin, About.com:Autism and Autism Speaks.