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COVID-19 Information

• The information in this section was taken in September 2021.
• There are separate doors for entering and exiting.
• There is a member of staff available at the entrance.
• There is hand sanitiser available at the entrance.
• The hand sanitisers are wall mounted.
• Hand sanitisers are available inside the venue.
• There is a limited number of people allowed inside.
• There is a Track and Trace system in place.
• There is clear signage inside to help with social distancing.
• Toilets are available.

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Introduction

• Dundee Rep is the home of Dundee Rep Theatre, the Scottish Dance Theatre, Rep Restaurant Café Bar, Dramatherapy, and Engage classes and projects.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Dundee.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Dundee.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 240cm x 490cm (7ft 10in x 16ft 1in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located off South Tay Street.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 240cm x 380cm (7ft 10in x 12ft 6in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located off South Tay Street.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building on Tay Square.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 97cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
• Comments View
  • There is also a revolving door at this location.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the theatre and the restaurant.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Level Change (Box Office)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 95cm (3ft 1in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located on the right at the rear of the entrance foyer.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Level Change (Entrance Foyer)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the main entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.

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Reception (Box Office)

• The desk/counter is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
• There is not level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 15/09/2021.
• The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located in in row D of the centre block (entrance level).
• Wheelchairs are left with you.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit alongside the patron.
• It is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
• This venue does provide audio described performances.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is infrared.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• A deposit is not required for the hearing assistance system.
• The rows suitable for hearing assistance systems are all rows.
• The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow.
• To borrow a wheelchair, please contact a member of staff.
• Concessions are available.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.
• To view the Dundee Rep Seating Plan website for more information on accessible seating please click here (new tab).

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• Comments View
  • For some performances rows A to C may be removed.
  • Entrance to the theatre is on the first floor level.

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Eating and Drinking (Rep Restaurant)

• The following information is for the restaurant/bar.
• The restaurant is located on the ground floor directly ahead as you enter.
• The bar does serve food.
• Full table service is available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
• The standard height for tables is 71cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are not available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.
• Menus are hand held only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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• Comments View
  • There are additional seating and bar facilities on the first floor balcony which are available during performances (photographs 6 to 10).

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There are individual LED lights to each step.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the front of the box office, to the right as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor. Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left of the entrance foyer as you enter.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens by sliding.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 145cm x 190cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 3in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is push.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 74cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 127cm (4ft 2in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet (First Floor. Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor to the left as you exit the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens by sliding.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 158cm x 195cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 5in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is push.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 74cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Parent and Baby Room (First Floor)

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located on the first floor at the rear of the balcony.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 15m from the lift.
• There is step-free access to the parent and baby room.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table once extended is 97cm (3ft 2in).
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 68cm.
• The wash basin tap type is push.
• There is a/are chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
• There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left as you enter.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There are additional female and male toilets located on the first floor to the left as you exit the lift (photographs 9 to 16).

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.

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• Comments View
  • Certain productions also provide BSL interpreted performances.