Accessibility

We want our festival to be accessible to a lot of people. That’s why offer various accessibility provisions. With the programme filter, you can find the performances with these provisions. If you have any questions about accessibility, please feel free to contact Silja Gruner (031 318 62 16 or silja.gruner@auawirleben.ch).

Translation into sign language

For deaf  people and people with hearing impairments, some performances are translated into Swiss German Sign Language (DSGS).
Here you ca find all events with translation into Sign Language.

Surtitles

Many of the performances are surtitled in German or English. This means that even, for example, those with French spoken text are understandable for a wide audience. Thanks to the (in some instances descriptive) surtitles, they are also accessible to hearing-impaired or deaf audience members.
Here you can find all events with surtitles.

For people with visual disabilities

For people with visual disabilities, some performances are made accessible by means of audio description. Live spoken descriptions of the action on stage can be heard via headphones. Some other events are also accessible to people with visual disabilities per se or with another measure. In addition, we offer tactile guided tours for selected performances. 
Here you will find all events accessible to people with visual disabilities.

For people with mobility disabilities

The venues with this symbol are accessible for people with mobility disabilities and have a (wheelchair) accessible toilet.
Here you can find all events accessible for people with mobility disabilities.

Relaxed Performances

Some performances take place as Relaxed Performances. The lights are never turned down completely and it is possible to leave the room and come back at any time. Other things that are otherwise disturbing in the theatre, such as talking, are also allowed. We also provide alternative seating and a relaxed space outside the theatre space where you can retreat at any time.
Here you can find all the Relaxed Performances.

Free admission

Most events in the Festival Centre as well as all conversations after the performances are free of charge.

Here you can find all events with free admission.

Special Check-In

At auawirleben you have the option of a Special Check-In. If for any reason you would like to avoid the crowded foyer, require a specific seat, need any mobility assistance or would like to be picked up at the bus station, please contact us in advance (checkin@auawirleben.ch). Someone from the team will accompany you according to your needs.
Here you can find all events with a Special Check-In option.

Simply put

In the programme booklet and on the German version of the website there is a section called «Simply put» for each production. These short texts are for all those for whom complex German texts are difficult to read and understand.

Social Stories

Social stories are used as a tool to prepare people for a social event such as a theatre performance. In our Social Stories on the website, you will find a description for each performance, what situation to expect at the venue and what customs apply there.
Here you can find all events with Social Story.