Visiting Bristol Old Vic...
Accessibility
We want to make your visit to the Bristol Old Vic as enjoyable and comfortable as possible, so we have provided you with detailed information regarding accessibility in all areas of the theatre.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the Box Office on 0117 987 7877 or email tickets@bristololdvic.org.uk
General access
On entering the building there are six steps leading up to the main foyer.
There is a platform lift for wheelchair users and those with restricted mobility.
There are allocated wheelchair spaces in all our performance areas.
Please book in advance and mention any access requirements at this time.
Access information for the Studio:
The Studio Pit level seating is accessed down 15 Steps. This level is best for sightlines, however if you would like to book this level you will need to arrive early as this will require the use of the platform lift.
The Studio Balcony level seating is accessed from the foyer level. This level is accessed up 6 steps. This level also requires the use of the platform lift.
Access information for other spaces:
The Basement is accessed down 15 Steps, but is also accessible by the platform lift for certain performances.
Audio Described performances this season
A Kind of Alaska/Krapp's Last Tape Sat 5 May at 2.30pm ***CANCELLED***
This will include a Touch Tour of the set.
The performance will be described through use of a headset.
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BSL Interpreted Performances this season
A Kind of Alaska/Krapp's Last Tape Sat 14 April at 2.30pm
The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart Sun 20th May 7.30pm
Hitch Wed 23rd May 7.45pm
Crunch Wed 23rd May 9.15pm
The Articulate Hand Sat 26th May 5pm
Other Access Information
A Sound Enhancement system through use of a headset or individual loop is available for the majority of our performances in the studio, please check with box office about specific performances.
The accessible toilet facilities are located on the foyer level of the building next to Theatre Bar.
Guide, hearing or other working dogs are welcome. Please notify box office at time of booking.
Parking spaces on King Street for blue badge holders. Please note that King street is a cobbled street.
People with disabilities requiring an accompanying person can request a free companion ticket at time of booking.
An audio tape/disc, Braille or large print version of our forthcoming show information can be made available. Please contact the box office team.
Programme notes for the current show programme can be also emailed by request.
All our print is available in Braille, large print or audio tape to receive one of these please contact either our Box Office or our Sales and Marketing team on 0117 987 7877
Monday – Friday 10am – 6pm or email tickets@bristololdvic.org,uk
