by Karen McKelvey | May 28, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: September 2018
Address: 5 Seymour Street, Montclair, NJ, USA
Phone Number: (973) 783-9500
Website: https://wellmonttheater.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 free after 7, and there are accessible spots on the street. There’s a parking garage around the corner that is not operated by The Wellmont (not sure about the accessibility there).
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’s a ramp to the ground floor and sections on that floor to accommodate people with limited mobility, but there are no elevators to the balcony.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
The layout of the venue is rearranged per show. Sometimes it’s fill reserve seating, and sometimes it’s GA standing room. Regardless, there is always a disability accessible section in the Premiere section of the theater, which is on the first level slightly elevated off the floor. For reserve seating situation, there’s also a level on the floor in the orchestra section.
Balcony Details:
There’s no elevator up to the balcony, and it’s all seated.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Restrooms: Yes, there’s a single family/accessible/gender neutral restroom
Restrooms – Other/Details:
Most of the restrooms are upstairs but there ARE restrooms on the first floor, hassle a security guy until they let you in. They’re next to the bar in the lobby.
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by Karen McKelvey | May 28, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: November 2021
Address: 75 Martin Luther King Junior Drive Southwest, Atlanta, GA, USA
Phone Number: 404-577-8178
Venue Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.masqueradeatlanta.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.
Closest parking is located in the Underground Atlanta parking deck owned by Lanier Parking Solutions.
USE ADDRESS 75 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR SW, ATLANTA, GA 30303.
You will enter Kenny’s Alley and The Masquerade via the breezeway on Level 3.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first and early
Jump the Line – Other:
There will be many uniformed staff members in the complex’s courtyard (entrance to all 3 rooms). Please ask one of them for assistance
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s an alternate entrance without stairs
Stairs – Other/Details:
A staff member will assist you in getting inside and seated in the best possible spot.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? No, there’s not an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
A staff member will assist you in getting a good spot (crowd) left of the barricade.
Balcony Details:
The balcony has stairs
Seating: No, there’s no seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
There is no general admission seating but if you need accessible seating, please ask a staff member for assistance and they will help you get seated.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the men’s/women’s restrooms
Additional Comments:
For those needing wheelchair assistance, please arrive 30 minutes early and speak with a member of Masquerade Staff. They will be happy to assist in any way they can.
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by Karen McKelvey | May 26, 2023 | Venues
Address: 89 Guest St, Boston, MA, USA
Venue Email: [email protected]
Website: https://roadrunnerboston.com/
Bag Policy: Small bags are allowed in the venue and are subject to search by security. Oversized bags (Bags larger than 14” x 14”, including all backpacks, briefcases, luggage, or duffle bags) are not permitted and cannot be held at coat check.
Jump the Line: Unsure if disabled patrons are allowed in first
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s an elevator
Balcony Details:
The balcony has cement areas to sit or stand
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the male gender/women gender restrooms
This Information Is Current As Of: May 2023
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by Karen McKelvey | May 21, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: January 2022
Address: 175 N. State Street Chicago, IL 60601
Phone Number: 212.465.6000
Website: https://www.msg.com/the-chicago-theatre
Parking & Transportation:Note: Park at your own risk. Obey any local parking signage. Check with the venue for the most up to date information.
For “L” Trains: From the Red line Line, exit at Lake street. From the Brown, Green, Pink, Orange, and Purple Line Express elevated lines, exit at State/Lake street. From the Blue line, exit at Washington and walk one block east on Washington and one and a half blocks north on State Street.
For CTA: Take CTA buses 6, 10*, 29, 36, 62 and 146. Weekday rush periods only — buses 2 and 148. (*#10 operates daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day)
For Metra: Take the Metra South Shore Line, get off at Millennium Station; the southwest corner of Randolph St. and Michigan Ave. (two blocks east of the Theatre).
For Drop Off/Parking: Multiple paid lots and garages throughout the area as well as limited street parking. It is best to use apps like Park Whiz to prebook. Guests can be dropped off adjacent to the Theatre on State Street or near the corner of Lake and State under the ‘L’ train stop.
Bag Policy: The Chicago Theatre asks all guests to arrive early and travel light. Bags must fit comfortably under your seat, and oversized bags larger than 22” x 14” x 9” are prohibited. For guests with additional needs, please contact Guest Relations at: 212-465-6225 or [email protected].
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first, but not early
Jump the Line – Other:
For most events, lobby doors generally open one hour prior to the event time listed on your event ticket.
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s an elevator
Stairs – Other/Details:
The Chicago Theatre has an elevator, which is located on the south side of the Grand Lobby at the Benton Court security doors.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
The Chicago Theatre has dispersed wheelchair seating throughout the theatre at several price levels. Additionally, if you’re able to transfer to a seat and wish to do so, they can provide an aisle transfer seat. At a minimum, you will be permitted to purchase tickets for you and one guest/companion beside you. Based upon availability, you may be able to purchase up to three companion seats next to your wheelchair space. In addition, you may purchase tickets for additional guests in close proximity to our wheelchair sections. Please note, for events and/or specific seating sections where ticket sales are limited to fewer than four tickets per patron, the same ticket restrictions will apply to the purchase of accessible seating.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
Theater type seating with various sections. Seat map can be found at the following link. https://www.msg.com/the-chicago-theatre/seating/
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Assistive Listening Devices, which operate on the FM system, are complimentary and available for guests who are deaf or hard of hearing for events at The Chicago Theatre. These devices are available from the coat check attendant in the main lobby. You will be required to leave valid identification such as a driver’s license as collateral.
The Chicago Theatre is pleased to provide signed performances for the deaf and hard of hearing upon request. We will make every effort to accommodate each request with appropriate advanced notice. Please contact the Disabled Services Department for further information.
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:
Box Office Lobby on Main Level. Accessible unisex restrooms are located on the main level of The Chicago Theatre.
Lower Level. Accessible male and female restrooms are provided on The Chicago Theatre’s Lower Level.
Baby changing facilities. Both the men and women’s restrooms on the Lower Level, in the ADA gender-neutral restroom on the Main Floor across from Aisle 5, and in the Mother’s Room in the Lower Level are equipped with baby-changing stations.
Service Animals Service animals are permitted.
Water
Water fountains are located on the main floor lobby (north side of the building next to the ATM machine) and in the Lower Level next to the men’s restroom.
Food
The Chicago Theatre offers a full selection of premium liquors, wines, beer, juice, bottled water, soft drinks and snacks. As long as the event is near to sold out, there are concession stands on every floor. Currently, The Chicago Theatre does not sell cooked food. For individuals with limited mobility and visual or hearing impairments, concession stand personnel will provide extra assistance in completing your transaction, upon request.
The policy for taking food and drinks into the auditorium can vary from show to show; however, bottled water is always permitted. Please ask your bartender or an usher about the event’s policy. policy. Outside food and beverages are not allowed into the theatre. However, if you require water or liquid medication due to a disability, please contact the Disabled Services Department in advance for additional instructions.
Power Outlets
If you require seating adjacent to an electrical outlet to charge a ventilator or other disability-related device, please contact The Chicago Theatre’s Disabled Services Department at 888.609.7599 two business days prior to you event taking place so that appropriate accommodations may be made.
Additional Comments:
There are electrical outlets available in certain areas of The Chicago Theatre and lobby areas that can be used for power chairs, ventilators etc. Contact the Disabled Services Department in advance of the event for further assistance.
Guests requiring interpreting services for concerts should contact our Disabled Services Department as soon as possible but no later than three weeks prior to the show so that appropriate accommodations can be made. The Chicago Theatre will attempt to satisfy requests received less than three weeks prior to the show, but interpreting services may not be available with less than three weeks’ advance notice.
Assistive Listening Devices (ALD), which operate on the FM system, are complimentary and available for guests who are deaf or hard of hearing for events at The Chicago Theatre. These devices are available from the coat check attendant in the main lobby. You will be required to leave valid identification such as a driver’s license as collateral.
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by Karen McKelvey | Apr 20, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: August 2019
Address: 425 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks, PA, USA
Venue Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.roxianlive.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.
There is ample parking behind the venue and all along Chartiers Ave in front of the venue.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first and early
Jump the Line – Other:
Security is always posted at the front of the line. Just walk to the front and security will help you in the building.
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s an elevator
Stairs – Other/Details:
The entrance to the front of the venue is flat, then to get to the bathrooms, main floor, 2nd floor, and 3rd floor you can take the elevator.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
There are two designated accessible seating areas. The first is on the main general admission floor and the second is on the third floor. You must purchase an ADA specific ticket for these seats. Both have direct views of the stage and are directly behind a railing.
Balcony Details:
The balcony is not ADA accessible. There are two stair cases from the second floor to the balcony. The balcony is seated and is a specific ticket.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
For those who need seating, they have folding chairs. You can ask anyone from the security team for a folding chair.
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
The security team or any of the staff can escort Deaf or Hard of Hearing patrons to their seats. They will also provide them with a chair if they did not purchase a balcony seat.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the men’s/women’s restrooms Yes, there’s a single family/accessible/gender neutral restroom
Restrooms – Other/Details:
There is a family restroom in the basement, there are also handicap stalls on floors: basement, 2nd and 3rd.
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by Karen McKelvey | Mar 26, 2023 | Venues
Address: 1 Arena Plaza, Louisville, KY
Phone Number: (502) 690-9000
Website: https://www.kfcyumcenter.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.
The KFC Yum! Center offers a multi-level garage parking under the facility, and more than 21,000 parking spaces are available within five blocks of the arena. This includes more than 19,000 spaces at parking garages and surface lots, and more than 2,200 on-street parking spaces. Disabled or elderly patrons that need an ADA accessible entrance may utilize the drop off area in front of the KFC Yum! Center on Main St. between Second and Third Streets. Galt House Hotel and the PARC-operated garage located at the KFC Yum! Center are the two parking facilities that allow for direct interior access to the KFC Yum! Center and are ADA accessible. Patrons parking at the Galt House garage will enter the venue through use of the Louie Link pedway system.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first, but not early
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s an elevator
Stairs – Other/Details:
There are stairs and a few elevators. Patrons will be able to access the main entrance to the facility with use of the ramps on the Norton Healthcare Plaza.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
There are designated accessible seating areas on different levels like most arenas have. Accessible seating must be indicated through the ticket you purchase.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
Arena seating.
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Any patron who requires hearing or vision assisted seating may contact the KFC Yum! Center Ticket Office at (502) 690-9090.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the men’s/women’s restrooms
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by Karen McKelvey | Mar 26, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: November 2021
Address: 105 West Main Street, Mesa, Arizona, USA
Phone Number: 480.494.7580
Website: https://www.theniletheater.com/home
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 lot behind venue. Light Rail also nearby.
Jump the Line: Unsure if disabled patrons are allowed in first
Stairs – Other/Details:
There are no stairs, patron will enter through the coffee shop and into the theater.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? No, there’s not an accessible seating area
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
There are several couches towards the back of the venue. Venue is standing room only, but there is a built in bench that runs the entire length of the east wall. Folding chairs are also available upon request.
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Unsure of availability.
Restrooms – Other/Details:
Yes, there are accessible restrooms.
Additional Comments:
For sensory safety – The lobby for the restrooms is spacious and has a couch for people to sit on. If you need fresh air staff can also take you out of the backdoor into the alleyway where we have benches and twinkle lights.
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by Karen McKelvey | Mar 26, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: March 2019
Address: 967 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA, USA
Phone Number: (617) 562-8800
Website: https://events.crossroadspresents.com/venues/paradise-rock-club
Parking & Transportation:
No designated lot nearby, just street parking.
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first and early
Jump the Line – Other:
Venue only lets in wheelchair users first.
Stairs – Other/Details:
A step to get inside.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? No, there’s not an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
There is a blocked off area if you call ahead and ask. Otherwise you are on your own. It’s not a well-monitored area and if you leave the spot and come back people will likely be crowding the area creating a serious safety hazard if other show attendees disrespect the space.
Balcony Details:
No elevator and 2 stairs. Seating is all around balcony
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
If you ask ahead of time.
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Venue website says: “if you need an assistive listening device, please contact the box office at 617-562-8801 at least 2 days in advance and bring a credit card for deposit while the device is being used.” It doesn’t say anything about ASL interpreters.
Restrooms: Unsure if there are accessible restrooms
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by Karen McKelvey | Mar 26, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: November 2021
Address: 1211 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205
Phone Number: (210) 255-3833
Venue Email: [email protected]
Parking & Transportation:Note: Park at your own risk. Obey any local parking signage. Check with the venue for the most up to date information.
4 parking lots around venue, additional parking under bridge 2 blocks from venue.
Jump the Line: Unsure if disabled patrons are allowed in first
Stairs – Other/Details:
Ramp into the venue. Stairs to the patio.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? No, there’s not an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
Venue is standing room only. They said they can rope off an area towards the back by the soundboard for people who need to sit. Unclear if there’s a view from sitting height in this space.
Seating: Unsure if there’s seating available for those who need it
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Unsure of availability.
Restrooms – Other/Details:
Yes, there are accessible restrooms.
Additional Comments:
Sensory safe space – venue has 3 rooms, one is a a calmer, seated area.
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by Karen McKelvey | Mar 26, 2023 | Venues
This Information Is Current As Of: September 2022
Address: 319 Frost Street, Brooklyn, NY, USA
Phone Number: (888) 929-7849
Venue Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.bowerypresents.com/venues/brooklyn-steel
Jump the Line: Yes, disabled patrons are allowed in first and early
Jump the Line – Other:
Venue’s website says, “Yes, when you arrive at the venue, please alert security at the entrance who will make sure you are taken care of. We suggest you arrive when doors open (door times are listed on each event page), but will accommodate requests at the venue at any time. If you have additional questions in advance of your visit, please contact [email protected].”
Stairs: Yes, there are stairs, but there’s a ramp
Stairs – Other/Details:
3-4 steps or a ramp.
Is There A Designated Accessible Seating Area? Yes, there’s an accessible seating area
Accessible Seating Area Details
There is an elevated platform on the main floor, to the right when facing the stage, that is reserved for patrons with disabilities. The section is roped off, with a security guard to monitor. Folding chairs are available and set up if needed.
The platform has a good view of the stage and is near the restrooms.
Balcony Details:
There is a balcony accessible by stairs, unsure of an elevator or any other restrictions.
Seating: Yes, there’s seating available for those who need it
Seating-Other/Details:
The platform had plenty of folding chairs available.
Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons:
Unsure of availability.
Restrooms: Yes, there’s an accessible stall in the male gender/women gender restrooms
Restrooms – Other/Details:
There is a ramp going up to the restrooms.
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