Chicago Center for the Performing Arts

This new facility, situated northwest of the Loop, houses two intimate theatres with seating for 350 and 150. While the interior is accessible, the entrance has a very steep ramp.

777 N. Green St. (Cross Street: W. Chicago Ave.)
Chicago, Il 60622
Phone Number: (312) 733-6000
www.theaterland.com

Parking/Loading Zone

• Accessible loading zone
• Valet
• Nearest offsite public parking lot/garage
  • 779 N. Green
  • 312-733-6000

Features for People who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing

• Visual indicators in elevator
• Strobe fire alarms in public areas
• Assistive listening system
  • Main stage
• Sign language interpretation
  • Depends on theatre company

Features for People who are Blind/Low Vision

• Orientation to theatre-on request, groups only
• Height clearance at least 80"
• No undetectable protruding objects in path of travel
• Braille/Tactile Signage: restrooms

Accessible Entrance

• Door has at least 32" clearance
• 2 doors in series-adequate space between
• Threshold less than 1/2" beveled
• Secondary Entrance
  • Accessible with assistance
  • Location-777 N. Green
• Heavy door, assistance required
• Very steep ramped entry
  • 2' high and 7' long (1:3.5)
  • No handrails

Wheelchair Seating
Main theatre

• Wheelchair access to stage/playing area
• Wheelchair access to backstage
• Total Seats - 350
• Wheelchair Spaces - 5-6
• Location
  • Across rear of theatre
• Companion Seats
  • Moveable, alongside

Wheelchair Seating
Cabaret/dinner theatre

• Total Seats: 150
• Wheelchair Spaces: 2
• Location
  • Rear of theatre
• Companion Seats
  • Moveable
• Moveable tables and chairs
• This theatre was not yet open at time of audit

Assistive Equipment for Guests with Physical Disabilities

• Wheelchair

Interior Access

• Corridor/path of travel at least 36" wide

Elevator

• No elevator for public use
• Public facilities on one level only

Accessible Facilities/Amenities

• Ticketing/Box Office-36" max. counter
• Information Counter-36" max.
• Coat Check
• Drinking Fountain
• ATM

Accessible Bar / Snack Bar

• Counter service only
• Counter/buffet 36 max.
• Chairs with arms in bar area

Accessible Public Restroom

• Men's and Women's
• Access symbol identifies facility
• Entry door at least 32" clearance
• Threshold less than 1/2" beveled
• Space in restroom to maneuver-5' by 5' or T-shaped space to turn
• Wheelchair stall 60" by 58"/60" minimum
• Stall door at least 32" clearance
• Stall door swings out or has clearance beyond door swing
• Grab bar behind and alongside toilet
• Lateral transfer space at least 30" wide
• Toilet height 17" to 19"
• Roll under sink with knee clearance at least 27" high and 30" wide
• Insulated sink pipes
• Mirror 40" or less from floor or tilted
• Towels/soap/vending within reach-48" or less from floor
• Faucet controls automatic or lever type
• Latch operable with closed fist
• Easy grasp/lever handle or none