Accessibility at CTM

Supported by the Lau and Bea Christensen Access Fund

Inclusion is one of our four core values at CTM! Whether in our audiences or in our classrooms, we are committed to providing accessible experiences based on the needs of our community members. Here you’ll find information about accessibility in CTM spaces at MYArts and Overture Center, in customized programming with Sensory Friendly Performances, ASL Interpreted Shows, & Audio Description shows, and provided support tools (Assisted Listening Devices and Sensory Kits).

For any requests or questions regarding accessibility to our performances, please our Contact Patron Services.

For accommodations for a Student Matinee, please contact our Student Matinee Coordinator

Accessibility Services

Mobility Needs

Entrances to MYArts (both from the street and the attached parking garage) are no-step on the ground-level and are equipped with power doors and curbside drop-off is available at both the front entrance and in the parking garage. Elevator access is available at each public level and wheelchair-accessible bathrooms, water fountains, sinks, soap and towel dispensers are on all floors. A limited number of courtesy wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

In Theaters

In the Starlight Theater, there is integrated and dispersed wheelchair and easy-access seating. These seating locations offer prime viewing of the stage. In the Sunrise Theater, there is flexible seating which provides easy accommodation for a wheelchair. Both theaters have no-step access to the stage and backstage areas.

In Classrooms and rehearsal studios

All of our classrooms and rehearsal studios are no-step and wheelchair accessible.

Sensory Processing Needs

We provide Sensory Kits at all of our performances. These kits include: a noise reduction headset, a pair of sunglasses, and three varieties of fidgets to accommodate different tactile needs

For all shows at MYArts and most shows at Overture Center, the play will be live streamed outside the theater for patrons who need to step outside the theater but would still like to watch or engage with the show.

D/deaf or Hard of Hearing Guests

Assistive Listening Devices are available at both Overture Center and MYArts.

There are two types of headsets available, one may be used with headphones (provide your own or borrow ones from MYArts). Th other is an ear phone/neck loop lanyard that can be used as the induction loop for those users who have T-coil enabled hearing aids or cochlear implants.

NOTE: CTM does not offer captioning devices for our performances at this time. However, audience members are welcome to use personal captioning devices or a captioning app on their cell phone.

Sensory Friendly / Relaxed Performances

In collaboration with CI Pediatric Therapy Centers and Achieving Collaborative Treatment (ACT), these performances provide extra support inside & outside the theater to enable children on the autism spectrum or for those with sensory or communication needs & their families to be able to attend the performance together. The main goal of a sensory friendly performance is to create a space where youth and their families feel comfortable, supported, and free to be themselves. For more information please visit our ‘Sensory Friendly Performances’ page or FAQ for the Sensory Friendly Relaxed Performances

Audio Descriptive Performances

Audio descriptive performances offer live narration through a headset for audience members who are blind or have low vision. A trained describer shares visual details like actions, costumes, and scene changes so everyone can follow the story and enjoy the performance.

ASL Interpreted Performances

ASL interpreted performances feature a professional American Sign Language interpreter who signs the dialogue and action live during the show. This allows audience members who are Deaf or hard of hearing to enjoy the story along with their family and friends.