Accessibility information for Shakespeare-in-the-Park

We want to make sure anyone who wants to can attend our shows. It’s why we don’t charge a fee for attendance. We warmly accept donations, but also believe that professional theatre should be accessible to everyone – regardless of their current situation.

How accessible are the shows for those with reduced mobility?

Our shows are mostly presented in public parks that are meant to be accessible. Most parks have paved pathways that lead to the performance area. However, the space where the audience sits to watch the show is usually grassy and might be uneven (depending on the park).

We have many patrons with walkers or wheelchairs who regularly come to our shows. Our volunteer ushers – wearing yellow shirts – are onsite an hour before the show. They can help patrons who may need assistance finding or getting to a good location. And for those who would like a chair, we rent them for $5 at the concessions tent. If you would like to reserve one ahead of time due to restricted mobility, please contact us at info@repercussiontheatre.com.

How accessible are the shows for those with low vision?

As of 2026, we are implementing whisper guiding at select performances. Our guide will be set up in an exclusive section of the park to describe the visual components of the show to our patrons with low vision As soon as the information is available, the performances that offer whisper guiding will be announced on our Shakespeare-in-the-Park page.

We will also soon be offering Access Guides to our patrons, describing the actors, set and costume in advance of the show. This too will be available on our Shakespeare-in-the-Park page. If you have any questions or would like assistance to get to the show, please contact us at info@repercussiontheatre.com.

How accessible are the shows for deaf or hard of hearing folks?

Through the use of a QR code, Shakespeare-in-the-Park now offers subtitles to all our patrons, directly on your phone. As you enjoy the performance, a dedicated member of our welcome team is following along and sending each line of the play to your device.

Please note, you will need a phone that can access the internet either through public wifi or data for this to work.

I don’t speak any English, will I still be able to enjoy the show?

The same system we offer for deaf or hard of hearing folks is available for French speakers! Simply connect through a QR code and enjoy the live performance with French subtitles directly on your phone.

Please note, you will need a phone that can access the internet either through public wifi or data for this to work.

What if I don’t feel comfortable during the show?

Shakespeare-in-the-Park is a great first theatre experience because at any point you can simply walk away. You’re in a public park (not a closed, dark theatre) and you can come and go as you please. You can stand at the back and stretch, lie down on a blanket, close your eyes for a bit… Do what feels right for you to be able to enjoy the show in your own way. Or, just walk away if that’s what you need to do.

“Should I bring my kids?” Or “What if I just don’t GET Shakespeare?”

The show does involve complex language, but there are also eye-catching visuals, music and lots of action. We work hard to make sure the story is clear for everyone in attendance – even for audience members who may be less familiar with Shakespeare’s text!

Kids of all ages tend to love our shows. And the best part is – you’re in a park! So if they get restless you can always go play on the monkey bars.