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The care for children provided or subsidized by the organization while parents are at work, participating in, or watching a performance.

A picture symbol board that can be used to facilitate communication. The pictures on the board will enable a person to make comments, requests, or give direction without the need for verbal communication. Communication boards are traditionally used by members of the autism community and by people who are non-verbal, although they have many other uses, such as for individuals who do not speak the language or for patrons with anxiety.

A first aid kit or medical kit is a collection of supplies and equipment used to give immediate medical treatment, primarily to treat injuries and other mild or moderate medical conditions.

Large print documents are clear easy to read print documents without images and may aid readability

A room designed to diminish the amount of sensory input a person is taking in. A person can visit the room when they are feeling sensory overload or to prevent themselves from reaching the point of sensory overload. Sensory rooms have lower lighting, less background noise, comfortable places to sit, and provide sensory kits which can be used to calm the person’s mind.

A performance adapted to suit the needs of those who prefer a more relaxed performance style. This includes an invitation to move around freely and vocalise as needed. Sound cues are lowered, house lights are raised, and there are warnings provided for any sudden or startling actions. There is also a sensory or calm room and advanced introductions to actors and their characters.

A policy which prohibits the use of scented products within the building at any time, including cleaning products.

A kit made up of items that can be used to calm a person when they are in a state of sensory overload. This may also be known as ‘stim kits’ and ‘stim toys’ (abbreviation for stimulation).

Elements designed for audience members to interact with and touch before/during/after a performance to enhance teh understanding or experience of a piece.

A touch tour is usually held before an Audio-Described performance of a theatre production to provide context about the show and to allow blind and partially sighted members of the audience to familiarise themselves with the design of the space, costumes and props ahead of the show itself.

A text version of all spoken dialogue, lyrics, and any non-speech audio information, so that the written copy can be followed along with the live action. Transcripts should be available in hard copy when possible and should be shared in PDF format and in a text only Word Doc format.