Other Workshop
A Blind Guy Walks Into Your Theatre
Facilitated by Jon Skaalen, Program Coordinator - Access to Performing Arts VSA Arts of Minnesota
Your organization’s Access Plan can set the bar for how open and accessible you are to the community, including people with disabilities. Why is it important for your theatre to be accessible? Can you avoid lawsuits? Learn how to truly welcome people with disabilities to your theatre facility, your plays and programs. This workshop addresses the rationale and tips for the essentials -- planning for ASL interpreters, developing an Access Plan, convening an Access Committee, following Universal Design principles, and complying with the law on issues including hiring, auditioning, web site design, and other “reasonable accommodations.” (no picture available)
