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About

• There is a campus parking lot available.
• The name of the nearest parking lot is Lot 8.
• The nearest University owned parking garage is the Theater Drive Garage.
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• Matthews Theatre is a large rectangular building with 3 levels.
• There are 2 stairways within the building and no elevators.
• The floors are not officially named in this building.
• The building does have its own limited parking facilities, however they are for staff and DMV permit holders only.

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Getting Inside

• The approach to the building is step-free and level.
• Matthews Theatre has 2 entrances, 1 of which provides step-free level access (main entrance).
• The entrances are not differentiated by name for this building.
• The main entrance gives access to level 1.
• The entrance to the east of the building on University Place has a ramp with a gradient of 12% and manual doors.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access to the Box Office, restrooms with adaptations, Lockwood Lobby Bar, West Lobby Bar and the top of the orchestra in the auditorium on level 1.
  However, there is then ramped and/or stepped access to all seating in the orchestra and there are steps within both the Lockwood Lobby and West Lobby bars.
• On level 1, there are 5 steps down from the upper bar counter to the main seating area in the West Lobby.
  There are then a further 3 steps down from the main seating area to the lower bar counter.
  There are 4 steps down from the upper seating area to the bar counter in the Lockwood Lobby.
  There are then a further 4 steps down from the bar counter to the lower seating area.
• There is no elevator and access to the standard restrooms on level A and the Balcony and Balcony bar on level 2 is via stairways only.
• Floor surfaces along circulation routes are mainly carpet, with some stone flooring on the steps in the Lockwood and West Lobbies, as well as in the vestibule.
• There are resting areas throughout the building with a mixture of seating.
• Wayfinding signage is provided throughout the building.
• Assisted Listening Devices are available for the hard of hearing to borrow during performances.

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Restrooms and Changing Facilities Available

• There are 2 restrooms with adaptations.
• Restrooms with adaptations are located on level 1, to the right as you enter the vestibule through the first set of doors at the main entrance.
• The transfer space within the restrooms with adaptations varies between left hand transfer and right hand transfer.
• Step-free female restrooms are located on level A to the west of the building.
• Step-free male restrooms are located on level A to the east of the building.

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Parking (Lot 8)

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• Parking View
  • The parking lot is located to the north of the building, off College Road.
  • The parking lot is open air/surface.
  • The surface consists of asphalt.
  • There is 1 designated accessible parking space available.
  • The accessible space is clearly marked and signposted.
  • The accessible parking space dimensions are 9ft 3in x 18ft 2in (281cm x 553cm).
  • There is an adjacent marked access aisle to one side.
  • The width of the adjacent marked access aisle is 9ft 9in (297cm).
  • The nearest designated space is 21yd 2ft (20m) from the main entrance of Matthews Theatre.
  • There is step-free access via ramp from the designated accessible parking.
  • There is a curb ramp from the designated accessible parking.
  • The ramp is a drop kerb with a gradient of 12%.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking can be used by ADA placard holders or those with a wheelchair symbol license plate and faculty and staff permit holders.
  • Parking is free of charge.
• On-street Parking View
  • On-street standard parking is available.
  • Standard on-street parking is located on University Place and College Road.
    Parking on College Road is free, but limited to 2 hours from 8am-6pm Monday to Saturday.
    Parking on University Place is metered Monday to Thursday 9am-8pm; Friday to Saturday 9am-9pm; and on Sundays 1pm-8pm.

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Entrance (Main Entrance)

• This entrance is located to the north of the building, off College Road.
• This entrance gives access to level 1.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• The doors require effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 6ft 1in (186cm).
• The doors have a high color contrast.
• There is a second set of manual doors.
• The second set of doors open towards you.
• The second set of doors require effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 4ft 3in (130cm).
• The second doors have a high color contrast.
• Both sets of doors are permanently held open before and after performances.
• There is step-free level access as you enter the entrance.

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Counter (Box Office)

• There is step-free level access to the counter.
• The height of the counter is 2ft 10in (87cm).
• There are screens at the counter.
• There may be background noise.
• Lighting levels are low.

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Stairway (West)

• The floors which are accessible by stairway are A, 1 and 2.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• There are handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are at a height of 2ft 7in (78cm).
• The handrails cover all steps.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the highest step is 7in (19cm).
• The minimum tread depth is 11in (27cm).
• Lighting levels are varied.

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Designated Seating

• Designated seating is located at the top of the orchestra on level 1, on the first row as you enter the theatre.
• There is step-free access via ramp to the designated seating.
• There are 4 designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• The view from this seating area is clear.
• Companions sit next to you.
• There is a turning space for wheelchair users in the seating area.
• There is space for a service animal to rest in the seating area.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• Lighting levels are low.
• There is a restroom with adaptations close to the seating area.
• Wheelchairs are accommodated in place of four pairs of non-fixed seats in the back row.
  When a wheelchair user attends a performance, the pairs of seats are set aside and the wooden beam behind them is removed by staff, allowing wheelchair access into the void via a ramp (staff can assist if necessary).
  Companions sit in the fixed seats beside these designated wheelchair spaces.

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Eating and Drinking (West Lobby)

• This area has a bar where drinks can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating areas.
• Full table service is available on request only.
• Menus are available on a board and displayed on the counter.
• The following are available: drinking straws and takeout cups.

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Counter (West Lobby)

• There is step-free level access to the counter.
• The height of the counter is 3ft 10in (116cm).
• There are windows at the counter.
• There is background noise.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• Lighting levels are low.
• There is an additional bar counter located down the steps, at the far end of the seating area.
  It has the same specifications, albeit no windows behind it.

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Seating Area (West Lobby)

• There is stepped access in this area.
• There is a turning space for wheelchair users in the seating area.
• There is space for a service animal to rest in the seating area.
• There are a mixture of chairs with and without armrests, armchairs, couches, bench seats, stools, coffee tables and tables in this area.
• There are some tables at a suitable height for wheelchair users.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• There is background noise.
• Lighting levels are low.
• There are 5 steps down from the upper bar to the main seating area.
  There are then an additional 3 steps down from the seating area to the lower bar.

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Eating and Drinking (Lockwood Lobby)

• This area has a bar where drinks can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating areas.
• Full table service is available on request only.
• Menus are available on a board and displayed on the counter.
• The following are available: drinking straws and takeout cups.

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Counter (Lockwood Lobby)

• There is stepped access to the counter.
• There are 4 steps.
• There are handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are at a height of 2ft 10in (86cm).
• The handrails cover all steps.
• The height of the highest step is 7in (17cm).
• The minimum tread depth is 12in (30cm).
• The height of the counter is 3ft 6in (107cm).
• There is background noise.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• Lighting levels are low.

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Seating Area (Lockwood Lobby)

• There is stepped access in this area.
• There is a turning space for wheelchair users in the seating area.
• There is space for a service animal to rest in the seating area.
• There are chairs without armrests, stools, high stools, tables and high tables in this area.
• There are some tables at a suitable height for wheelchair users.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• There is background noise.
• Lighting levels are low.

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Eating and Drinking (Balcony Bar)

• This area has a bar where drinks can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and a designated seating area.
• Full table service is not available.
• Menus are available on a board and displayed on the counter.
• The following are available: drinking straws and takeout cups.

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Counter (Balcony Bar)

• There is step-free level access to the counter.
• The height of the counter is 3ft 6in (107cm).
• There is background noise.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• Lighting levels are low.
• There is step-free level access to the bar within level 2, however level 2 can only be reached via stairways.

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Seating Area (Balcony Bar)

• There is step-free level access in this area.
• There is a turning space for wheelchair users in the seating area.
• There is space for a service animal to rest in the seating area.
• There are bench seats in this area.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• There is background noise.
• Lighting levels are low.

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Restroom with Adaptations (Vestibule - Shared - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The restroom surveyed is approximately 8yd 2ft (8m) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the restroom.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the restroom door.
  • The door into the restroom opens outwards and has a high color contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the restroom door opening is 2ft 7in (78cm).
  • The door has a push button lock.
  • Internally the door has a high color contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The overall dimensions are 5ft 4in x 6ft 11in (163cm x 210cm).
  • The turning space dimensions are 5ft 1in x 4ft 10in (154cm x 147cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the WC as you look at it.
  • The lateral transfer space is 3ft 3in (98cm) (from the side of the WC pan to the wall).
  • There is a wall sensor flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab bar on the rear wall and on the side wall.
  • The horizontal grab bars have a high color contrast with the surrounding walls.
  • The WC seat is 1ft 8in (50cm) from the floor.
  • The WC seat has a low color contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet paper dispenser which can be reached when seated on the WC.
  • The toilet paper dispenser has a medium color contrast.
  • The toilet paper dispenser is 2ft 3in (68cm) from the floor.
  • The sink is 2ft 11in (88cm) from the floor.
  • The sink faucet type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a high color contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 3ft 7in (110cm) from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted paper towel dispenser.
  • The paper towel dispenser has a high color contrast.
  • The paper towel dispenser is 3ft 8in (112cm) from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The stall has a wastebasket and a sanitary trash can.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 5ft 4in (162cm) from the floor.
  • There is a high color contrast between the walls and floor.
  • Lighting levels are even.