Inclusion & Accessibility
Inclusion is at the heart of Making Light. At Making Light, we believe the arts belong to everyone. Our programming is open to people of all abilities and we are committed to finding ways to include anyone who wants to participate. We strive to structure our programming to eliminate obstacles and increase opportunities for participation. We have a proven commitment to offering leadership opportunities to women and people of color and serving any family, regardless of ability to pay. Since 2016, we have never denied a scholarship application with a proven financial or special need. We expanded our reach by partnering with a local foster care agency to provide scholarships, and also partner with Stubbs Educational Foundation to provide needs-based scholarships.
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We are committed to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to access our programs, activities, and facilities, regardless of disability, in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Section 504's relevant implementing regulations, 45 C.F.R. Part 85 (Part 85). Section 504 prohibits programs that receive Federal funding from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities. Part 85 specifies the actions we must take to ensure we do not discriminate against individuals with disabilities.
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The Making Light community proudly values individual differences and does not tolerate discrimination or bullying. Embracing a diverse and inclusive culture is among our most important principles. We will continuously strive to create a culture of inclusion, one that empowers creativity and innovation, where everyone can display their respective talents and enjoy meaningful participation. Everyone brings unique perspectives and strengths to the table; let us embrace them, celebrate them, and use them to continue making light in the world.
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Accommodations at Making Light
Some of these accommodations include sensory and mobility modifications and providing sensory-friendly performances. A few of the accommodations available to individuals who need them are listed below. If you require additional assistance, please contact us and we will do everything we can to accommodate your needs.
Mobility Disabilities
Wheelchair access is available at all three entrances. We offer wheelchair-accessible seating on the front two rows of our theater. Depending on the size of the wheelchair, up to ten spaces are available per show. ADA seating options are available when purchasing tickets.
Parking
Parking spaces are available for patrons with disabilities directly outside the theater.
Restrooms
Individual, single-user wheelchair-accessible restrooms are available in the theater.
Sign Language Interpretation
If you require ASL interpretation for one of our shows, please contact us.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for students in need of financial assistance. For more information about scholarships please contact us.
Assistive Listening Devices
Assistive listening systems are available during shows for audience members who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Please contact us for more information.
Accessible Show Programs
Our programs will be both printed and digital and may be accessed via our website in a format that can be enlarged as needed or viewed with a screen reader.
Sensory-Friendly Performances
Select performances are designated as sensory-friendly. Accommodations will vary by the show, but may include:
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A private room for congregating before the show
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Special reserved seating
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A pre-show and post-show question and answer period
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A helpful social story or show summary to prepare your child for their experience
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Leaving some of the house lights on
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Lowering the music volume
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The dance studio will be available for movement breaks
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Audience members are welcome to vocalize.
Making Light Productions Inclusion Statement
Making Light Productions has inclusion at the heart of our core values and we welcome diverse backgrounds, beliefs and abilities.
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We want to offer you the best arts experience possible. Please contact Accessibility Coordinator, Juliet Yaques, at juliet@makinglightproductions.org with any questions.
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Accessibility Statement for Making Light Productions website
This is an accessibility statement from Making Light Productions, Inc.
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Conformance status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. Making Light Productions website is fully conformant with WCAG 2.0 level AA. Fully conformant means that the content fully conforms to the accessibility standard without any exceptions.
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Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Making Light Productions website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers on Making Light Productions website:
Phone: 8503298635
We try to respond to feedback within two business days.
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