Additional Information

Content Notes

Content notes are used to describe the type of content that might upset audience members and find distressing e.g., blood or nudity.

Trigger Warning

Trigger warnings are used to prevent exposing audience members with past trauma to something that might incite a physical and/or mental reaction e.g., sexual violence. These warnings are also used for audience members who have medical conditions that can cause physical reactions.

This document is a guide for Theatre SKAM audience members and renters at the Satellite Studio. It depicts and describes the Satellite Studio, including providing parking and accessibility information. If there are any questions or concerns, please contact Hannah Mariko Bell (She/Her) at hannahb@skam.ca. 

Described Performances 

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Described Performance Dates for the 2020/21 Season:

There are currently no described performances at the moment

Relaxed Performances

Relaxed performances are designed for audience members who may benefit from a less restricted audience environment. This can include those with intellectual or learning disabilities, sensory processing conditions, autism, social anxiety, Alzheimer’s, PTSD or dementia. A relaxed performance has some overall changes including:

The Environment

Some changes to the overall environment may include:

• The designation of a “Quiet Space” for those people who feel overwhelmed
• Leaving house lighting dimly lit in the theatre so it is not completely dark while the show is on
• Additional staff and support team members to provide assistance

The Performance

Some changes made to the performance may include:

• Limiting the number of abrupt shifts in sound, lighting or effects
• Removal or limiting of any pyrotechnics
• Changes to how close the actors get to the audience

Relaxed Performance Dates for the 2022/23 Season:
Going All the Way Relaxed Performance
Sunday, November 20, 2:00 PM

Notice of Temporary Disruption

There are currently no disruptions known to date

If the facilities or services usually used by people with disabilities is disrupted at a performance, Theatre SKAM will make all reasonable efforts to provide patrons with notice.

Procedures:

• Notices will be posted on the show’s website page and our Facebook page
• If due to an unexpected disruption, advance notice may not be possible.  In such cases, we will provide on-site signage.

SKAM School of Performing Arts

Allergies 

SKAM Summer Camps will be a nut-free space.

Wheelchair Information

Theatre SKAM’s Satellite Studio headquarters, home to some of our School of Performing Arts classes and shows, is wheelchair accessible with single-occupancy accessible gender-neutral washrooms.

When planning shows outside of the studio, we take into account the needs of wheelchair users.