WISCONSIN PUBLIC RADIO: Wisconsin theater groups are making shows more accessible for people with disabilities
Wisconsin theater organizations, such as Children’s Theater of Madison and Pink Umbrella Theater Company in Milwaukee, are implementing innovative adjustments and dedicated facilities to make performing arts more accessible to neurodivergent individuals and people with disabilities. Key adaptations include sensory-friendly performances with modified sound and lighting, sensory kits, quiet spaces, trained volunteers, American Sign Language interpretation, and audio descriptions. Additionally, venues are incorporating flexible and non-traditional seating, wheelchair accessibility, adult-sized changing stations, and smart boards for captioning to foster a fully inclusive, welcoming environment for both audiences and performers.
