Accessible shows at Chelmsford Theatre

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Here’s our roundup of shows with newly added performances that are either BSL interpreted, audio described, captioned, relaxed or with a touch tour for the visually impaired.

Our Access Scheme helps us to understand about the access needs people have so everyone can enjoy shows at Chelmsford Theatre. The scheme is free and offers benefits like booking wheelchair seats online that are not available to the general public and getting essential companion tickets too. To find out all about our scheme and how to join click this link here

Jack and the Beanstalk We want everyone to be able to come and enjoy our giant spectacular pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk and we have a range of upcoming accessible shows to make your visit as enjoyable as possible. A BSL interpreted performance happens on Wednesday 27 December at 2pmA captioned performance happens on Thursday 28 December at 2pmA relaxed and BSL interpreted performance happens on Friday 29 December at 2pm. This performance has been carefully adjusted to reduce anxiety or stress for those who might otherwise find attending a performance difficult.

Kiss Me Kate A BSL interpreted performance happens on Thursday 29 Feb at 7.30pm   Presented by Chelmsford Amateur Operatic And Dramatic Society    A classic musical that weaves a backstage drama with Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, Kiss Me, Kate follows the tumultuous relationship between divorced Fred and Lilli, who are starring in a production of the play.

The Gruffalo’s Child An audio described performance happens on Wed 7 Feb 1pm A Touch Tour, giving visually impaired theatre-goers the opportunity to touch the sets, props and costumes to familiarise themselves ahead of the performance, is taking place at 12pm on Wednesday 7 February, ahead of the 1pm performance. The tour is free of charge but you must book your places by contacting our Box Office on 01245 606 505. Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.