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Theatre A

Roscoe Building, The University of Manchester, Brunswick Street, Manchester, M13 9PL

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Access To

  • Theatre A is on the ground floor of the Roscoe Building.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into Theatre A.
  • There are double automatic doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 165cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.

Teaching

  • This is a lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the front and back rows only.
  • The following areas have stepped access: The middle rows.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Floor coverings are even with no trip hazards.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There is tiered seating with a handrail on both sides of the steps.
  • There are no designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: lecture chairs.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • The chairs and tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.