The Theater at Innovation Square Accessibility

The Theater At Innovation Square

The Theater At Innovation Square is Rochester’s center for Performing Arts and Community Engagement, conveniently located between Geva Theatre and the Eastman School of Music, just two blocks from the Strong Museum of Play. With just over 700 luxurious seats, the proscenium stage is the perfect space for mid-size shows spanning all forms of entertainment- from spoken word to full theatrical productions. The Theater features all new state-of-the-art sound and lights as well as a full video streaming service. The Theater is accessible from street level, and parking is available directly below at the underground Innovation Parking Garage.

Location

131 Chestnut Street Rochester, NY 14604

Manager

Natalie Fuller

Accessible Approach/Entrance

Venue is at ground level so no ramps present
Route of travel not requiring use of stairs and is at least 36” wide
Stability of route of travel (slip resistant)
Objects can be detected by person with visual disability using a cane

Parking and Drop-Off Areas

On-street parking on Chestnut Street
Drop off with accessible path for paratransit users on Broad Street
Innovation Parking Garage directly below Theater with elevator access directly to the auditorium.
- Entrances on Court Street and Chestnut Street
- STRICT 6’ vertical clearance
- Map, images and directions found at https://www.theaterais.com/directions
Alternate garage parking available at Midtown Garage (110 S. Clinton Avenue; phone: 585-295-9500 with questions)
- Entrances at S. Clinton Avenue, Court Street and E. Broad Street
- 6’ vertical clearance
- Map of garage on page 2: https://www.buckprop.com/wp-content/uploads/Midtown-Garage-Information.pdf ✎ Edit Sign ✎ Edit Sign
- Accessible spaces marked with the marked with International Symbol of Accessibility

Entrance

Main entrance accessible
Entrance doors have at least 32” of clear opening
At least 18” of clear wall on the pull side of door, next to handle
Threshold edge accessible (1/4” or less)
Door handle not operable with a closed fist; assistance needed to open door (not automatic)

Rooms and Spaces

Aisles and pathways to materials and services at least 36” wide
5’ circle or T-shaped space for turning a wheelchair completely
Obstacles are cane-detectable in circulation paths through public areas
Balcony level only reachable via stairs

Seats, Tables, and Counters

Aisles between fixed seating at least 36” wide
Spaces for wheelchair seating distributed throughout
Companion seats alongside wheelchair seating
Counters for tickets and concessions accessible with a 36” wide section and free space in front of no less than 30” x 48”
Items easily in reach on the counter (i.e. napkins, straws, etc.)
Water fountain spout no higher than 36” and can be operated independently (with a closed fist) – clear space around fountain

Elevator

Call buttons no higher than 42”
Car accommodates 60” diameter circle or t-turn with shut doors
Car controls no higher than 48” with emergency controls no higher than 35”
Hoist way signs at both jams with braille, raised characters and tactile
Visual cues on the elevator and at the vestibule indicating floor and direction of the elevator