ADVISORIES & ACCESSIBILITY

ACCESSIBILITY

The DCPA and production’s creative team are dedicated to making Theater of the Mind as accessible to everyone as possible. Thank you to our Accessibility Consultant, Regan Linton.

Theater of the Mind is not a passive performance you watch from a seat. You will need to move around the space among multiple environments with your fellow attendees. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and clothes. There are some limited seating options throughout the experience.  

We can accommodate one wheelchair or large mobility device per time slot (16 total people per slot). There is a wheelchair ramp and accessible restroom available. The entirety of the experience is ADA accessible. Please feel free to contact us at accessibility@dcpa.org with any questions in advance of your visit. 

We are pleased to welcome task trained service animals. No other animals are allowed. Please note: Theater of the Mind is a high sensory experience that may be uncomfortable for service animals who are sensitive to sudden noises, flashing lights, or loud music. 

SENSORY & OTHER ADVISORIES

Theater of the Mind utilizes immersive, non-traditional theatrical storytelling that moves the audience through different environments and theatrical spaces. Some of the spaces are large and open, and some spaces are small and constrained. Some spaces may be dizzying or disorienting. The experience includes cognitive and sensorial manipulations, and some adult themes.

Theater of the Mind is based on and includes perceptual phenomena. Your Guide will invite you to participate in a series of experiences you will see, hear, taste, and feel — literally. If you have any food allergies, please decline the edible portions of this experience.

Below is an outline of the sensory stimulation in Theater of The Mind. While specific sensory elements in each part of the experience will vary, this gives you an overview of what you will encounter throughout:

There will be the opportunity to opt out of individual experiences if desired. If you anticipate wanting to opt out of multiple experiences based on the information above but are still interested in experiencing the show, we suggest you consider attending an Enhanced Access: Sensory and Extended Time performance.

Our Sensory Guide outlines sensory elements of the experience in more detail.

If you have further questions about this experience, we are happy to answer them! Please contact offcenter@dcpa.org.

ENHANCED ACCESS PERFORMANCES

The performances listed below will be tailored to welcome audience members who require specific accommodations, and are also designed for individuals who may need additional time or accommodation to feel comfortable navigating the experience. 

Please be aware: in order to best accommodate each group, these performances will deviate from our usual performances in the ways articulated below. If you or your guests do not require these services, please help us reserve these opportunities for those who do by choosing a standard performance.

Enhanced Access: ASL-Interpreted Performances
Sat, Oct 15, Sun, Nov 6, and Sat, Jan 21 at 3:15pm

For those requiring American Sign Language interpretation 

• Also available at this performance: Assistive Listening Devices

Enhanced Access: Audio Described/Tactile Performances
Sat, Oct 22, Sun, Nov 13, and Sun, Dec 18 at 3:15pm

For those requiring visual assistance

• Also available at this and all performances: large print text

• Braille text materials are available with 2 weeks’ advance notice. Contact accessibility@dcpa.org to request.

Enhanced Access: Sensory and Extended Time Performances
Sat, Oct 29, and Sun, Nov 20 at 3:15pm  

For those seeking a sensory-friendly and relaxed experience welcoming to neurodiverse individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• Our Sensory Advisories and Sensory Guide provide additional details about the array of sensory stimulation involved in Theater of the Mind.

If you or your guest require these or other accommodations and you cannot attend one of the pre-scheduled performances above, please contact accessibility@dcpa.org to inquire about additional performance options.

Questions?

Read our FAQ page for the full details.

Please contact us at accessibility@dcpa.org if you have any questions in advance of your visit, or please feel free to flag a staff member for any needed accommodations day of; we'll be happy to assist.