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Lyric Opera of Chicago

 

Lyric Opera of Chicago

The magnificent Civic Opera House, home to the Lyric Opera of Chicago since 1954, first opened in 1929. In the mid-1990's, a massive $100-million renovation modernized and expanded both public and backstage facilities. For additional information on accessible facilities or services, call (312) 332-2244, ext. 5600.

20 N. Wacker Dr. (Cross Street: W. Madison St.)
Chicago, Il 60606
Phone Number: (312) 332-2244
www.lyricopera.org

Parking/Loading Zone

  • Nearest offsite public parking lot/garage
    • Standard Parking
      1 S. Wacker
      312-263-7130

Hearing >>  

Features for People with Hearing Loss

  • Visual indicators in elevator
  • Strobe fire alarms in public areas
  • TTY public phone
  • Assistive listening system
    • Headsets available from any open checkroom
    • Valid driver's license, state ID or major credit card required
  • TTY phone
    • In box office, outgoing calls only
  • Captioning of performances
    • Standard service for all opera patrons
  • Text of libretto available

<< Info Vision >>  

Features for People with Vision Loss

  • Orientation to theatre-on request, groups only
  • Programs in alternate format-large print
  • Height clearance at least 80"
  • No undetectable protruding objects in path of travel
  • Elevator has audible indicators
  • Braille/Tactile Signage: elevator controls, hoistways, restrooms
  • High powered opera glasses
    • Available from checkroom on main floor
    • Valid driver's license, state ID or major credit card required

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Accessible Entrance

  • Level entry
  • Door has at least 32" clearance
  • 2 doors in series-adequate space between
  • Threshold less than 1/2" beveled
  • Push button door

Performance Space

  • Total Seats - 3600
  • Wheelchair Spaces - 40
  • Location
    • Integrated in all sections/levels
  • Fixed seating
  • Aisle seats with moveable/swing arms
  • Wheelchair access to boxes
  • Wheelchair access to stage/playing area
  • Wheelchair access to backstage
  • Companion Seats
    • Fixed, alongside

Assistive Equipment for Guests with Physical Disabilities

  • Wheelchair

Interior Access

  • Corridor/path of travel at least 36" wide

Elevator

  • Door clearance at least 36"
  • Car size at least 54" x 80" with centered door or 54" x 68" with side door
  • Elevator controls 54" or less
  • Note:
    • Provides access to all levels except Opera Club

Accessible Facilities/Amenities

  • Coat Check
  • Public Phone-54" max. to top control for side approach
  • Drinking Fountain

Accessible Bar / Snack Bar

  • Counter service only
  • Counter/buffet 36" max.
  • Chairs/benches

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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
  • Stall door at least 32" clearance
  • Stall door swings out
  • 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 lever type
  • Easy grasp/lever handle or none
  • Location
    • 1st floor
  • Note: Accessible women's rooms on all floors except Opera Club level. Accessible men's restroom on all floors except Opera Club level and 6th floor.

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