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Introduction

• The Northern Stage, provide audio described shows and interpreters. Please call the venue to make sure this is available for every show. A large majority of the shows have interpreters that are integrated into the performance in costume rather than stood at the side of the stage. .

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Newcastle Upon Tyne.
• 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 Newcastle Central.

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Opening Times (Box Office)

• Monday 10:00 - 18:00.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 18:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 18:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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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 not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in) wide.

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  • On the left as you face the entrance is a single width door which opens towards you, is heavy and 80 cm wide.

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Outside Access (Side Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open automatically.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in) wide.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played during performances only.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Reception (Box Office)

• The desk is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is high.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use system.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the right of the foyer.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0-2.
• The lift is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 95cm (3ft 1in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 145cm x 135cm (4ft 9in x 4ft 5in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is 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 reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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  • There are additional lifts on either side of the building.
  • There is one smaller and one larger than the lift described but the controls are the same.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 0-2-3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Other View
  • The services on the floors which are not accessible are technicians area on level 3.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located at the front and rear of the theatre.
• Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit behind or beside the patron.
• This venue does provide audio described performances.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• A deposit is not required for the sound enhancement system.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Concessions are available.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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• Comments View
  • There are 3 stages within the theatre.
  • There is a main stage, a smaller stage and a cabaret area.
  • The main stage and the smaller stage are accessed from level 2.
  • The cabaret stage is on level 0.
  • The photograph shows the area for wheelchair users at the rear of the main stage.

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Restaurant Bar Internal

• The following information is for the cafe.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Food is available from the bar.
• Full table service is available.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 68cm (2ft 3in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 68cm (2ft 3in).
• Menus are hand held only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not 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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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located on level 0.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens sliding.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 220cm (5ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm available.
  • It is not a push button style of alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There are additional adapted toilets on levels 0 near the standard female toilets and on level 3.
  • Their details are the same except the transfer space is on the left.
  • The baby changing facility is located within the adapted toilet near the female toilets on level 0.
  • There is level access to the baby changing facility within the venue.
  • The baby changing table is at a height of 100cm when extended.
  • The photograph on the right shows the baby changing table.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located on level 0.
  • The female and male toilets are 18m (19yd 2ft) from the lift entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.

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  • Some productions are provided via a BSL or a hard of hearing format. Please contact the venue for further information.