Accessibility Services

Here at FringeArts, we take the needs of our audiences and artists seriously, and strive to make interacting with our organization as accessible as possible to all kinds of people. Click here for our Sensory Friendly Guide to FringeArts Theater, which details what you can expect when coming to our building to see one of our performances. Complimentary companion seats are available to patrons who require a paid Personal Care Attendant (PCA). Please contact Patron Services directly to reserve a PCA ticket.

Here are other accessibility services and accommodations we offer:

Wheelchair/Limited Mobility Seating

FringeArts Theater is equipped with a wheelchair accessible ramp entrance as well as an elevator. We have 20 wheelchair and companion seats available in the theater’s standard layout. Please talk to the FringeArts Front of House manager upon arrival for assistance.  Limited wheelchair accessible parking is available. Please call 215-413-1318 or email patronservices@fringearts.com to ensure your accessible parking spot.

Audio Description: 

• For patrons who are blind or low-vision
• It is a narration service that attempts to describe what the sighted person takes for granted — those images that a person who is blind or visually impaired formerly could only experience through the whispered asides from a sighted companion.
• Available in tandem with sensory tours for select performances
• Available upon request with one month notice

Hearing Assistance Headsets:

• For patrons who are hearing impaired
• Available upon request at the FringeArts box office (desk down the hallway to the right of the bar at Fringe Bar)
• Available for all shows that utilize audio amplification

Relaxed Performances

• Performance adjustments include:
• House lights remaining on at a low level in the theatre during the performance
• Lower sound levels, especially for startling or loud sounds
• A reduction of startling and/or strobe lighting
• Freedom to talk, vocalize, and leave seats during the performance as needed
• Space available throughout the theatre for standing and movement
• Early entry to the theater instead of waiting in the lobby
• Noise canceling headphones and disposable earplugs available upon request at the Box Office
• Fidget object and sensory friendly toys are also available upon request at the Box Office. Patrons may bring their own sensory fidget objects, stress balls, and/or anything else needed to ensure maximum comfort and safety

Open Captioning:

• For patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing
• Text display of all of the words and sounds heard during the performance.
• Available upon request with one month notice

ASL Interpretation:

• For patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing
• An interpreter will translate spoken English into American Sign Language
• Available for select performances
• Available upon request with one month notice

All accessibility service requests require one month’s notice. Complimentary companion seats are available to patrons who require a paid Personal Care Attendant (PCA). Please contact Patron Services directly to reserve a PCA ticket. Contact Patron Services patronservices@fringearts.com or call 215-413-1318 for a complete list of accessibility options, accessibility service requests, questions and comments.

Upcoming Performances with Accessibility Services

To be updated once additional programming is announced.

Comments or Questions

Feel free to contact Patron Services or visit in person for any questions or comments.
PatronServices@FringeArts.com
215.413.1318