Virginia Stage Company is dedicated to making theatre accessible for all audience members and increasing inclusion for those on the autism spectrum, as well as first-time theatergoers and young children. The Theatre for Everyone program produces performances that are sensory-friendly. These performances are a judgment-free environment, for anyone who might benefit from an inclusive theatre experience.
Public Works Coordinator Philip Odango writes: “We welcomed 223 members of our Hampton Roads communities to the Wells Theatre to enjoy A Christmas Carol from across 11 partner organizations and affinity groups, engaged over a dozen volunteers including VSC Board members and Virginia Stage Associates, enjoyed delicious and delightful food, provided accessible services and devices for blind, low-vision, deaf and hard and hearing attendees and users of mobility devices, facilitated a pre-show sensory tour of props and costume pieces, and impacted the lives of over 400 people. What a wonderful Christmas indeed!”
Before the performance. audience members were invited to learn about the props and costumes in A Christmas Carol during our touch tour! Photo by Philip Shucet.
Public Works Day guests in period attire! Photo by Philip Shucet.
ASL Interpreters. Photo by Philip Shucet.
A service dog being a very good patron of the arts. Photo by Philip Shucet.
Actor David Hyunh assists with the Touch Tour. Photo by Philip Shucet.
Director of Public Works welcomes the audience to A Christmas Carol. Photo by Philip Shucet
At Virginia Stage Company, we welcome all audiences to enjoy the experience of live theatre by improving access to services that accommodate the needs of our diverse communities. We believe theatre should be accessible for all people, with all abilities, and we are thrilled to expand our range of consistent services in Season 41.
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