Access

A team of certified ASL interpreters provide a sign language-interpreted performance in addition to a pre-show overview of the play. One American Sign Language interpreted performance is scheduled for each Theater Series production.

A Christmas Carol - December 21 at 1:00PM

Here There Are Blueberries- February 1 at 2:00PM

Legacy of Light - April 5 at 2:00PM

Primary Trust - May 17 at 2:00PM

Listen through an ear piece as trained audio describers provide a live description of key visual elements in the play without interfering with dialogue. One audio-described performance is scheduled for each Theater Series production.

A Christmas Carol - December 22 at 1:00PM

Here There Are Blueberries - February 2 at 2:00PM

Legacy of Light - April 6 at 2:00PM

Primary Trust - May 18 at 2:00PM

Spoken dialogue scrolls across a digital screen as the action occurs. One open captioning performance is scheduled for each Theater Series production.

A Christmas Carol - December 22 at 1:00PM

Here There Are Blueberries - February 2 at 2:00PM

Legacy of Light- April 6 at 2:00PM

Primary Trust- May 18 at 2:00PM

Relaxed Performances are live performance events where typical “rules” of attending the theater are relaxed. In this way, they invite all patrons to express themselves freely, without inhibition or judgement, and to enjoy a “shush-free” and truly welcoming experience. They invite and encourage individuals with autism, ADD, ADHD, dementia, and sensory sensitivities, parents with infants, and anyone who would appreciate a socially compassionate and generous space to attend our production.

• House lights being kept partially on (around 45%) throughout the entire performance.

• The theater house doors at the back of the house being kept open

• Freedom to talk, vocalize, and come in and out of the seating area during the performance as needed

• Additional signage and volunteers to direct patrons to restrooms and other lobby areas that include: a calm down space, a quite space, stroller parking, and lending “library” of fidgets and noise cancelling headphones

• A pre-performance guide linked on our website to offer more information about story and technical elements that will happen during the performance.

A Christmas Carol - December 29 at 1:00PM

Noli Timere - February 8 at 2:00PM

Laurie Berkner (Solo Acoustic) - March 1 at 11:00AM

Our theatres offer wireless radio frequency hearing assistance receivers. Headphones are provided free of charge, but guests are welcome to bring their own. Hearing aids equipped with t-coil technology can be synched for better sound quality.

Wheelchair seating is available in both theatres. Please request this seating option when you purchase your tickets. Companion seats are also available.

For performances in the Matthews Theatre, parking is available for patrons with disabilities on a first come, first served basis for those displaying official license plates or placards.  Please speak with the parking attendant located in the circle driveway of the theatre.

Braille and large print programs are available for all Theatre Series performances upon request.

Service Animals are welcome in all public areas of McCarter Theatre Center.  While inside the building, Service Animals must be tethered, harnessed, or leashed unless the devices prevent the animal’s safe, effective performance of their tasks.  Please contact Patron Services if you require seating accommodations for Service Animals who will be accompanying you.  Comfort and/or Emotional Support Animals are not permitted in the lobby or theatre spaces.

for more information on accessibility at Richardson Auditorium, please visit their accessibility webpage.