by Karen McKelvey | May 31, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: November 2021
Address: 935 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO, USA
Phone Number: (303) 832-1874
Website: https://www.ogdentheatre.com/
Parking & Transportation:
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The Ogden Theatre is served by several bus routes (12, 15, 15L). Visit www.rtd-denver.com for directions from your location. We offer first come, first served parking that can be purchased as an add on to your ticket online. Any spots that are not sold online will be available for cash purchase at the venue. The Preferred Parking Lot is located behind the Theatre and is secured by our staff from one hour prior to the listed door time until 30 minutes after the show ends. If you are street parking please be aware of any residential permitted parking. Pay lots are available throughout the neighborhood.
Jump the Line: Unsure if disabled patrons are allowed in first
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s a ramp
Stairs – Other/Details:
There is a separate balcony space for audience seating, unclear if that area is accessible. There are no stairs to the main GA space, only ramps leading to amphitheater style levels, there is reserved ADA seating and standing space.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
There is reserved space for ADA seating to the immediate right of the sound engineer. About 2/3 forward in the audience space, position roughly House Center Right. The view is clear and unobstructed of the main stage, just above and behind the main pit space. Venue website says to notify staff upon arrival and they’ll direct you to this area and provide a chair if needed.
Balcony Details:
Seems to be only accessible by stairs. There was no restrictions on access other than a small section of the House Left portion that was reserved for VIP ticket purchases.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
Bench style seats around venue, and accessible seating available upon request.
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Unsure of availability.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the men’s/women’s restrooms
Additional Comments:
For folks who need to catch their breath or take a sensory break – Venue has a medical area by the front doors, otherwise their medical team can escort patrons from venue or call ambulance.
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by Karen McKelvey | May 31, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: January 2023
Address: 8713 Beverly Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA, USA
Phone Number: 424-335-0575
Website: https://www.peppermintclub.com
Parking & Transportation:
Note: Park at your own risk. Obey any local parking signage. Check with the venue for the most up to date information.
Street parking is metered until midnight, valet parking is available off Sherbourne for a fee.
Jump the Line – Other:
please email [email protected] at least six hours before show to accommodate early entry.
Stairs: No, it’s all flat to get inside and to the show space
Accessible Seating Area Details
Venue can create a safe space with good sightlines with advance notice.
Seating-Other/Details:
Accessible seating varies based on table availability and requests of the tour. Venue can create a safe space with good sightlines with advance notice.
Restrooms – Other/Details:
accessible restrooms are available on a per-show basis as requested by tour.
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by Karen McKelvey | May 31, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: September 2019
Address: United Center, West Madison Street, Chicago, IL, USA
Phone Number: (312) 455-4509
Website: https://www.unitedcenter.com/venue/frequently-asked-questions/#accessibility
Parking & Transportation:
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The venue has multiple parking lots of their own as well as a large amount of random lots and street parking all around at various prices. Designated accessible parking is located in lot G. Public transportation is also available but a challenge to maneuver after the show.
More info can be found here: https://www.unitedcenter.com/venue/directions-parking/
Bag Policy: Guests may enter the arena with a small purse or personal bag up to 10” x 6” x 2“ in size. Backpacks are prohibited. Limited exceptions for medical or diaper bags will be allowed.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first, but not early
Reentry Policy: The United Center has a strict no re-entry policy for all events. For questions please visit the nearest Guest Relations booth, located at the entrance of Gates 2 and 6, the Lexus Club Level at Section 221, and on the 300 Level across from Section 325.
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s an elevator
Stairs – Other/Details:
It’s an arena so there is stairs, escalators and elevators.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
Multiple accessible sections on all levels. Floor is also accessible by elevator. There appeared of be chairs in the floor sections behind the main pit. View varies by section the higher up the worse it gets.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
There are folding chairs available in the accessible sections. Regular stadium seating on the other sections and folding chairs in the floor sections behind the pit.
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Assistive listening devices (personal headsets) are available free of charge at the Guest Relations booths. With 1 to 2 weeks advance notice, we can also provide a sign language interpreter free of charge. Please contact the Guest Relations department at (312) 455-4509.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the male gender/women gender restrooms Yes, there’s a single family/accessible/gender neutral restroom
Restrooms – Other/Details:
Accessible single stall bathroom for men’s and women’s on top floor. Unsure on what is in other sections but I believe it is the same.
Water For sale at concessions.
Food For sale at concessions.
Sensory Accessibility United Center has been certified by KultureCity as a sensory inclusive venue in Chicago. United Center staff has been trained by leading medical professionals on recognizing guests with sensory needs and how to properly handle a sensory overload situation. The United Center has sensory bags that contain noise canceling headphones, fidget tools, verbal cue cards and weighted lap pads available at every event for guests who may feel overwhelmed by the environment. Sensory bags are available to be checked out at Guest Relations Booths throughout the venue. A designated quiet room will also be available to guests at Section 115.
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by Karen McKelvey | May 31, 2023 | Venues
Address: 611 South 4th Street, Louisville, KY, USA
Phone Number: (502) 583-4555
Website: https://www.mercuryballroom.com/
Parking & Transportation:
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There are parking lots and garages all around venue.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first and early
Stairs: No, it’s all flat to get inside and to the show space
Stairs – Other/Details:
There is an elevator to the second floor where there is a VIP area.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
The accessible seating is to the left of the stage. It is blocked off. There is room in the back that isn’t as crowded and has a pretty decent view. Their website says: For accessible seating, please call (502) 583-4555 #1 from the menu.
Balcony Details:
There is also an upstairs that is open to look down on the stage, but the railing hinders the view slightly. And lastly, the VIP seating has space for wheelchairs. The elevator is small, fitting a wheelchair and up to 2-3 people.
Seating-Other/Details:
The VIP/premium seating needs a ticket to sit there. Their website indicates that ADA seating is first-come first-serve, and to just let staff know your needs when you arrive.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the men’s/women’s restrooms
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by Karen McKelvey | May 31, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: September 2018
Address: 3017 SE Milwaukie Ave, Portland, OR 97202
Phone Number: (503) 234-9694
Website: https://www.aladdin-theater.com/
Parking & Transportation:
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One accessible spot in small parking lot approximately 35 feet of flat sidewalk to the entrance of the venue. There is also one accessible on-street parking spot across the street and a block south of the venue. The rest is free on-street parking. There is also a bus stop SE Powell & Milwaukee. The #19 bus.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first and early
Jump the Line – Other:
For all general admission shows they make a call for anyone with ADA accommodation needs about 7-8 minutes prior to doors.
Stairs: No, it’s all flat to get inside and to the show space
Stairs – Other/Details:
Please note it’s an old movie theater, so the aisles between seats are long slopes.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
There are two official ADA areas. One is in the back right if you are facing the stage. The other is a quarter of the way to the stage behind the sound board to the left of the stage. You can also sit in the front. It is an old movie house so sometimes they put folding chairs in the “mosh” area and some times it is open. Either way, they will remove a folding chair if you want to sit in a wheelchair in those first four rows or you can park in front of a folded up old movie theater style seat.
Balcony Details:
There is a balcony but there are stairs. The balcony can be cheaper for non GA shows.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
It’s a seated venue.
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
With prior arrangement sign interpreters are available. Limited number of individual amplification assistance devices available upon request. Complementary ear plugs available for all.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s a single family/accessible/gender neutral restroom
Restrooms – Other/Details:
This restroom is restricted to key access on the orchestra level just behind one of their ADA rows.
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by Karen McKelvey | May 31, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: August 2018
Address: 1228 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64105
Phone Number: (816) 283-9900
Website: www.arvestbanktheatre.com/
Parking & Transportation:
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Parking lot underground. Has accessible parking with elevators to street level.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first, but not early
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s a ramp Yes, there are stairs, but there’s an elevator
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Balcony Details:
There is a balcony level with ADA seating. There is an elevator to this level.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the men’s/women’s restrooms
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by Karen McKelvey | May 31, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: 2019
Address: 19100 Ridgeland Avenue, Tinley Park, IL, USA
Phone Number: (708) 614-1616
Website: https://www.tinleyparkamphitheater.com/
Parking & Transportation:Note: Park at your own risk. Obey any local parking signage. Check with the venue for the most up to date information.
Multiple parking lots both paved and gravel by each gate.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first, but not early
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s a ramp
Stairs – Other/Details:
There are stairs to the lawn but ramps to all other sections
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
There is an designated accessible row in each seating section. View varies depending on what section you are in the sections of the far left and far right are blocked by pillars and harder to see.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
It is typical amphitheater seats in each row and in the accessible sections you can get a metal folding chair.
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Venue provides ASL interpreters upon request and moves those needing that accommodation to the front row. Interpreters are on a small pedestal with a well-lit spotlight on them.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the men’s/women’s restrooms
Restrooms – Other/Details:
Multiple accessible stalls in men and women’s bathrooms.
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by Karen McKelvey | May 31, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: August 2022
Address: 311 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001
Phone Number: (646) 293-7888
Website: https://mc34.com/
Parking & Transportation:
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There is Penn Station very close to the venue as well as some other subway stops around. There is a parking lot next to the venue but you have to pay a higher rate during events. There’s street parking starting 0.5 miles away but aren’t guaranteed and require movement
Bag Policy: Venue website says: “The Manhattan Center asks that all guests arrive early and travel light. All persons and bags are subject to search. Oversize bags are prohibited. We provide an area to check bags and other personal belongings.”
Jump the Line: No, disabled patrons are not allowed in first or early
Jump the Line – Other:
No separate line for disabled guests. Have to wait entire line.
Reentry Policy: Venue website says: “For most events at Manhattan Center, all exits are final, even for guests who smoke. Guests are not permitted to leave an event then re-enter the same event. However, on rare occasions this policy may differ and will be printed directly on the ticket.”
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs and no other way inside
Stairs – Other/Details:
Stairs up to balcony (which is where accessibility seats are). One ramp to get into the venue.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
Yes, but it is in the back of everyone else on the balcony so you are already further back. Person told us any seating here you could sit in in Balcony 1. Not the greatest seat. Also no elevators up to it.
Balcony Details:
Yes, that’s the ADA section (balcony 1). No noticeable elevator that we were directed to. Same price.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
Just regular four legged movable chairs with a thin padding. Everyone in balcony 1 sits in these.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the male gender/women gender restrooms
Restrooms – Other/Details:
Accessible stall but no way to get to bathroom without going through stairs.
Additional Comments:
2/10
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by Karen McKelvey | May 31, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: August 2021
Address: The Mann Center, Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Website: https://manncenter.org/
Parking & Transportation:Note: Park at your own risk. Obey any local parking signage. Check with the venue for the most up to date information.
Parking for patrons with a valid disabled license plate or other authorized identification is available near the north and south entrances on a first come, first served basis. Patrons should follow signage towards the VIP parking areas for designated accessible parking. Patrons may also be dropped off in front of the North Gate, South Gate, or Box Office. The distance from our south parking lot to the main seating areas is approximately 600 feet. The distance from our north parking lot to the main seating areas is approximately 500 feet.
Jump the Line – Other:
At least one lane will be wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs, those with accessibility needs can be escorted to the front to be screened for expedited entry.
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s a ramp
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
The Mann provides accessible, ADA-compliant seating for all performances. Seating is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Ticket orders are filled in the order in which they are received, starting with the seats closest to the stage in a given section. Several options are available including stair-free access and an open space to accommodate a variety of mobility devices including wheelchairs and motorized scooters. Alternatively, an upholstered loose chair can be provided. Aisle seating in seats with folding armrests are available upon request. A limited number of seats are reserved for patrons with low vision or blindness, which are located towards the front and center of the section. For Skyline Stage performances, ADA seating is available on a raised platform with space for both wheelchairs and loose chairs to the right of the Skyline Lawn.
Balcony Details:
There is an ADA accessible balcony via ramp.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Assisted Listening Devices
F.M. Sound Enhancement is available for patrons in need of this service. These devices amplify and clarify sound by cutting down or eliminating ambient noise. Headsets are distributed free-of-charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Please see a member of the usher staff upon your arrival for a personal receiver.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the men’s/women’s restrooms
Restrooms – Other/Details:
All public restroom locations on the Mann’s campus have accessible stalls.
Additional Comments:
Personal Care Attendant
For any patron with a disability who purchases a ticket for a concert and who will attend the concert with the patron’s government-funded personal care attendant, the personal care attendant will receive a complimentary ticket to the concert and a folding chair will be provided for seating next to the patron. Any request for a complimentary ticket for a personal care attendant must be made at the time of purchase of the patron’s ticket and should be made through the Mann Center at (215) 546-7900, Option 2.
Service Animals
Trained service animals and emotional support animals are welcome at all performances. Typically, the space under and around each seat will accommodate a service animal during a performance.
What you can bring:
Chairs and bags with medication are permitted. No outside food, but one empty reusable bottle of water, and/or one factory sealed 20 oz bottle of water may be brought in per person.
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by Karen McKelvey | May 29, 2023 | Venues
Address: 15 Lansdowne Street, Boston, MA, USA
Phone Number: (888) 693-2583
Venue Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.houseofblues.com/boston
Parking & Transportation:
There is no parking exclusive to House of Blues Boston. There are numerous parking lots and garages in the area that accommodate evening and night club parking. The venue is also a short 5 min walk from the Kenmore Green Line stop on the T.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first and early
Jump the Line – Other:
Disabled patrons are allowed to arrive 15 minutes prior to door time, they are asked to check in with security when they arrive.
Stairs – Other/Details:
There are no stairs involved with entering the venue, once inside there are stairs to the 2nd and 3rd floor levels, there is an elevator for patrons who are unable to take the stairs.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
It is located on the 2nd floor.
Balcony Details:
The balcony is the 3rd floor level where these is reserved seating & general admission tickets sold. There is an elevator that accesses all levels of the Music Hall.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
House of Blues Boston does have listening devises available for those in need. They can be requested through the production department. The venue said they can provide ASL interpreters upon request by calling in advance.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the men’s/women’s restrooms
Additional Comments:
The venue said there’s a safe space for people to take a sensory break from the show, but didn’t provide any info on where that space is.
This Information Is Current As Of: November 2021
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