Accessibility | Alabama Shakespeare Festival
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Accessibility

Alabama Shakespeare Festival values inclusiveness and diversity in its many forms. We are committed to recognizing the accessibility needs of our patrons and strive to make our productions and facilities accessible to any patron who wishes to enjoy the magic of live theatre.

To order tickets, contact the Box Office at 334.271.5353. You can also email the Box Office at [email protected].

Please specify if you need additional accommodations or accessible seating when ordering tickets. This will ensure you are able to get the most out of your visit to Alabama Shakespeare Festival.

Our push-button automatic door (located at the marquee entrance, to the left of the Box Office) offers the best access to the building. Patrons may also be dropped off at the sidewalk marked with accessibility signage that leads to the marquee entrance.


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Accessible Accommodations

  • Accessible parking – Accessible parking is available in the first several spaces of the parking lot closest to the theatre.
  • Elevator access – The elevator is located to the left of the Festival Stage entrances and next to the staircase to the lower level. The elevator accesses the Festival Stage balcony, Festival Stage accessible seating on Rows G and H, the Octagon Stage and lobby, and the restrooms. Ushers will be happy to assist you with the elevator and locating your seats.
  • Accessible seating – Both theatres are equipped with accessible entrances and seating. Please purchase tickets in advance to ensure the availability of accessible seating.
    Click HERE to view the theatres and download seat maps.
  • Assistive listening devices – ASF uses the assistive listening application ListenAnywhere. It requires a wi-fi enabled phone or other mobile device with wired or wireless earbuds. Access information is available at the Box Office and Gift Shop or in our lobby and bars.
  • Large print programs – Large print programs are available by advance request (minimum 5 days) by contacting the Box Office at [email protected] or 334-271-5353.
  • Service animals are welcome. Please let the Box Office know if you are bringing a service animal so that we can better accommodate you. 

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Access our ListenEverywhere assistive listening app for your wi-fi enabled smart phone or other portable device when you arrive at ASF for your performance.You’ll need your plug-in or paired wireless earbuds and headphones (including your hearing aid- or  cochlear-compatible earbuds and headphones).

Step 1: Join ASF’s guest wi-fi network

Step 2: Scan the QR code from signage in the lobby, bars, Box Office, or Gift Shop.

Step 3: Select your theater (Festival or Octagon)

 

Signed Performances

ASF is committed to making live theatre accessible for all audiences.

Please make your signed performance request at least five (5) days prior to your performance. To request signed or captioned performances, please email [email protected].