Accessibility
Hedgerow Theatre strives to be an inclusive and welcoming space for all individuals.
Emotive Content/Content Warnings are accessible here.
Relaxed Performances
Relaxed Performances provide a welcoming environment that lets all patrons express themselves freely, without judgment or inhibition. These live theatre experiences invite and encourage individuals with autism, ADD, ADHD, dementia, sensory sensitivities, and anyone who would appreciate a more relaxed theatre-going environment to enjoy the performance in our “shush-free” zone.
Performance adjustments include: Freedom to talk, vocalize, leave seats, enter and exit the theatre, as needed, during the performance as needed
We invite you to bring noise-cancelling headphones, fidget/handheld manipulatives or anything else you may need to ensure maximum comfort and safety.
Resources available before and during the performance:
A quiet area will be provided in the theatre lobby to relax as needed
Companion restroom
Hedgerow Theatre staff, who have been trained to be inviting and accommodating to individuals' needs, will be available throughout the theatre and the lobby
Pre-show preparation materials will be available online as the performance date approaches to help prepare all attendees for the experience of visiting Hedgerow Theatre and attending these performances. Sample pre-production guide for The Philly Fan or The New Electric Ballroom accessible here. Patrons will receive pre-performance guide directly before the performance via email.
Visit individual production pages for dates and times of upcoming Relaxed Performances.
Audio Described Performances
Audio Described performances includes a live audio commentary describing the visual elements of the production, which can benefit individuals who are blind or have low vision. Individual headsets will be provided. A guided sensory tour will be available 45 minutes prior to curtain on the day of a performance which includes a hands-on introduction for patrons to certain key props and to actor voices in advance.
*Please contact the box office 48 hours in advance for a reservation to the sensory tour and/or to reserve a complimentary headset for audio-description
Click here for an interview with audio-describer, Nicole Sardella, for more information on this accommodation service.
Visit individual production pages for dates and times of upcoming Audio Described Performances. ay have at (610) 565-4211.
Open Caption Performances
Open Caption performances feature an LED screen that displays the spoken dialogue and descriptions of sound effects of a performance live.
Visit individual production pages for dates and times of upcoming Open Caption Performances.
Contact us for any accessibility accommodation questions you may have at (610) 565-4211.
American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreted Performances
ASL Interpreted performances feature two ASL interpreters performing on one side of the theatre stage. Visit individual production pages for dates and times of upcoming ASL Interpreted Performances. Contact us for preferable seating information and accessibility accommodation questions you may have at (610) 565-4211.
