Where are the ADA-compliant parking spots and entrances to your theatre? Is your theatre accessible?
Our building, theatres, and classrooms are designed to be accessible. This includes accessible water fountains, restrooms, elevators, and automatic doors. At Spencer Theatre, ADA-compliant parking spots and an accessible entrance with automatic doors is located on the west side of the building, approachable via Holmes St. Accessible parking at Copaken Stage is located on Level P2, next to the elevators.
Are your theatres accessible by public transit?
Yes! Spencer Theatre is a short 10-minute walk from the 51st Street Main Street Max bus stop (outside of Whole Foods). Get Directions. Copaken Stage is located on the KC Streetcar line (get off at the Power and Light stop, then walk 1-block north.) Get Directions.
Are there special effects like strobe lights, haze, smoke, or loud noises?
It’s possible, and we try and provide as much notice as we can if these effects will be used. Information about possible sensitivities will be included in your pre-show information email, on the show page for each production, and will be listed on signs outside of the theatre. If you have specific questions or concerns about a performance, don’t hesitate to contact Ticketing Services, who are more than happy to answer any questions you have about the show and possible sensitivities.
Do you offer any accommodations for deaf patrons and people with hearing difficulties?
Assistive Listening Devices are available for patrons who need additional amplification. Please contact Ticketing Services or speak with the House Manager prior to curtain to obtain a device. Additionally, select performances in our season are interpreted in American Sign Language. Please see information on specific shows for scheduled ASL interpreted performances. We strongly recommend that when purchasing tickets, you identify that you will be utilizing ASL interpretation in order to be seated accordingly.
Where is the ADA-compliant accessible seating located in your theatres?
Within our Spencer Theatre, ADA-compliant seating for wheelchairs is located in row F. At Copaken Stage, ADA-compliant seating for wheelchairs is located in rows A, J and T. If you would like to purchase tickets in these sections, or need to exchange tickets you currently have for those with wheelchair access, please contact Ticketing Services.