The Fortune Theatre is pleased to offer a platform lift for the convenience of patrons who use a wheelchair and patrons with mobility needs. The lift is located at the Dress Circle side entrance on Crown Court and provides direct access to the theatre.
Wheelchair Specifications
The platform lift is designed to accommodate wheelchairs with the following maximum dimensions:
-Length of wheelchair: 93cm (including all back supports, headrests, armrests, and any other items extending beyond the main footprint of the wheelchair)
-Width of wheelchair: 76cm
Additionally, the lift has a weight limit of 300kg, which includes both the wheelchair, the occupant, and any additional items.
Non- Transferring Accessible Seating
The non-transferring wheelchair space is available in the Dress Circle, seat F16. This space is conveniently located right next to the lift’s exit on the Dress Circle level, making access easy and seamless.
Lift Operation
The platform lift transports patrons up and down six steps from the ground floor to the Dress Circle entrance, providing smooth and efficient access to the theatre’s dress circle level.
Unsure if Your Wheelchair is Suitable?
If you are unsure whether the platform lift can accommodate your wheelchair or is suitable for your access requirements , please do not hesitate to contact our box office team at [email protected]. They will be happy to assist you and provide further details to ensure your visit is as comfortable as possible.
The Fortune theatre does NOT have a regular elevator style ground floor to higher floors lift.
There are no steps into the foyer and the Box Office is on the right. There are 21 steps down to the stalls. 7 steps up to the Dress Circle and 40 steps up to the Upper Circle. All stairwells have handrails. The auditorium is open 30 mins before the performance.
Wheelchair transfers – there are 7 steps up to the back of the Dress Circle. Dress F6-7 are the easiest seats to transfer to, being level with the back of the auditorium.
Box A and Box B are not wheelchair accessible. Box A is accessible to wheelchair user patrons who can transfer, unaided to an armchair via a slim doorway and 5 stairs.
Wheelchairs and scooters will be stored in a safe place.
