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Accessibility

Everyone has the right to enjoy the arts

- Universal Declaration of Human Rights

The doors of Oriente Occidente Dance Festival have never been more open!

For several years now, the Festival has been committed to projects involving artists with disabilities, in order to create innovative performances together, promoting research into the rich aesthetic and artistic variety that diversity can offer.

But that is not all. Oriente Occidente Dance Festival wants to be open at 360 degrees, making the events as accessible as possible to audiences with disabilities. Together with our Accessibility Team, we work to make the Festival an open, welcoming, and livable space, in the belief that communication is the first step in building relationships and breaking down barriers.

EXPERIENCE THE CITY OF ROVERETO

Rovereto is a small city, making it easy to navigate and get around. The city center has little traffic and few cars. The sidewalks are equipped with wheelchair ramps. Rovereto is an accessible city. However, be careful:

  • some streets are uphill

  • some sidewalks can become slippery when it rains

  • the historic center has streets with uneven stone pavement.

A FESTIVAL TO EXPERIENCE TOGETHER

Three actions guide us every year: orienting ourselves within the Festival program and spaces; ensuring that people can make informed choices about what's best for them; and striving to offer a positive experience to those who choose to spend time at the Festival.

Orientate
Space mapping and way-finding signs

For each performance venue, an access guide was created, including detailed descriptions of the physical accessibility of the venue. We also made the spaces easier to navigate by designing ad hoc signs and using specific techniques.

Click here for more information on the Zandonai Theatre

Click here for more information on the Auditorium Melotti

Click here for more information on Oriente Occidente Studio

Click here for more information on Mart

Click here for more information on MUSE

Click here for more information on MoMOfficina

Click here for more information on SmartLab

Venue Audio Descriptions

Audio descriptions of the Mart Conference Room and SmartLab are available for blind and visually impaired visitors and anyone who prefers listening to reading.

Accessibility team in welcome | ph Monia Pavoni

Choose
Advice from the Accessibility Team

Each year, we select a few shows that, due to their technical or artistic characteristics, are more accessible.

Click here to discover shows suitable for deaf and hard of hearing people.

Click here to discover shows suitable for neurodivergent people.

Click here to discover shows suitable for blind and visually impaired people.

Mapping of sensitive content (trigger warnings)

For each show, all elements that could cause discomfort are analyzed and flagged. All information is available on the show pages, in the accessibility section.

Subpac

For the shows MONUMENT 0.10: The Living Monument, Birdsong, Orage, A park + Tuonelan, Último Helecho, Yé!, there is the option of using Subpacs, innovative audio-tactile devices designed for virtual reality experiences. These are worn like backpacks and vibrate to the rhythm of the music, allowing sound perception through touch. They have been adopted for deaf and hard-of-hearing people, who will have priority in using them by booking a ticket.

Discounted Tickets

Tickets for people with disabilities who require a companion and/or a wheelchair seat must be purchased by calling +39 0464 016576 or by emailing booking@orienteoccidente.it. Oriente Occidente staff will answer your calls from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and also on Saturdays and Sundays from September 3rd until the end of the Festival. Companions will have free admission to the shows.

For further information, please consult the BOX OFFICE section of our website.

Subpac | ph Monia Pavoni

Have a positive experience
Sensory decompression spaces

Sensory decompression spaces are rest areas, designed to help release energy that the theatrical experience can sometimes bring. They are secluded, comfortable, and welcoming, where earplugs will be distributed and where those who need them can find a safe space dedicated to emotional and sensory decompression.

They are primarily designed for people with autism and/or neurodivergence, but they can be useful to anyone seeking time in a safe and private space.

You will find sensory decompression spaces in our theaters and performance venues.

Sign Language Interpretation Service and Signing Staff

The Festival's opening and closing remarks will be translated into Sign Language (Italian Sign Language), and thanks to the collaboration with ENS Trento, a signing staff will be present.

Thank you for your help!

We'll be happy to receive your suggestions and feedback to ensure we manage our information, policies, and access itineraries more accurately and up-to-date.

Email us at booking@orienteoccidente.it