Blackfriars Theatre Accessibility

Blackfriars Theatre

Blackfriars Theatre is a mid-sized professional theatre that has entertained audiences for 75 years in downtown Rochester, NY. Our mission is to enrich, entertain and inspire our community through exceptional theatrical arts while engaging local talent

Location

795 E. Main St.

Rochester, NY 14605

Manager

Brynn Tyszka

Accessible Approach/Entrance

Route of travel is slip resistant and at least 36” wide
Objects can be detected by person with visual disability using a cane
Curbs have curb cuts at drives, parking, and drop off
Slope of ramps is no greater than 1:12 – ramps no longer than 6”

Parking and Drop-Off Areas

3 accessible parking spaces available with 2 of those spaces having an 8’ wide access aisle (hash-marked)
Outdoor parking lot so no need for vertical clearance for vans
Drop off location in lot (out of traffic) for paratransit user with accessible path to entrance
Accessible space is closest to accessible entrance on proper route
Accessible space marked with International Symbol of Accessibility

Entrance

Main entrance door has at least 32” of clear opening with at least 18” of clear wall on the pull side of door next to handle
Threshold edge is accessible (1/4” high or less)
Door handle from parking lot no higher than 48” but is difficult to open with closed fist upon entry. There is a doorbell on the outside wall that does not work because we are a theatre and that would be distracting, but we always have a house manager ready to help if needed.
Door handle to exit the lobby can be opened with closed fist
Door to theatre itself is always left open

Rooms and Spaces

Aisles and pathways to materials and services at least 36” wide
5’ space for turning a wheelchair completely
Obstacles are cane-detectable in circulation paths through public areas

Seats, Tables, and Counters

Aisles between fixed seating at least 36” wide.
There are 8 wheelchair-accessible seats 2 on each side of the house closest to the center aisles, and 2 on each side of the house on the outside aisle of the section
Companion seating available
8 seats have no armrests
Accessible counters for tickets and concessions with a 36” wide section and area of free space in front of more than 30” x 48”
Items easily in reach on the counter (i.e. napkins, straws, etc.)
Water fountain spout not higher than 40” and can be operated independently with a closed fist
- Clear knees space of 27” high x 30” wide x 17”-19” deep

Elevator

No elevator - venue has only one level

Restrooms

Fully accessible restrooms with pictograms used to identify restrooms (includes braille)
Doorway to restroom is at least 32” clear with accessible handles (operable with a closed fist and less than 48” high)
Adequate maneuvering space for a person using a wheelchair (approximately 5’ diameter clear space to make turns)
36” wide path to all fixtures
Single person restrooms with grab bars near toilet
Toilet seat 18” high
Faucet operable with closed fist
Soap dispenser no higher than 44”
Paper towel dispenser at 50”