We endeavour to make our festival as welcoming and accessible as possible. Below are some access measures to help you navigate this year’s festival.
Seating Requirements / Additional Needs
Please highlight any specific requirements at time of booking and we will work to facilitate your needs. All our venues are wheelchair accessible, with the exception of the first floor of Galway Arts Centre. A film of the first floor exhibition will be shown on the ground floor.
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a simple tool to help support those whose disability or medical condition may not be visible. Please approach Baboró team members wearing a sunflower lanyard if you require extra help, understanding or just more time.
Schools and Groups with Additional Needs
Please contact our Schools Box Office for information about suitable performances, the venue, what to expect, etc. Please note that some events are allocated to partnering schools.
Contact Schools Box Office:
091 532 985
schools@baboro.ie
ChildVision Ireland
Visit ChildVision Ireland Reading Services exhibit table to learn how visually impaired people experience the world.
Saturday 19 October, 12.00 - 16.00, The Cornstore Mall
Inclusive Theatre
Everyone is welcome to any Baboró event. However, the following are most suitable for families with additional support needs:
Relaxed Events
Relaxed events are designed for families who benefit from a more supported festival experience. Audience members can enjoy the event in a way that suits them. For example, they can come and go as needed or make noise.
2024 relaxed performances:
Irish Sign Language (ISL) Events
Accessible to Deaf and Hard of Hearing audience members:
Events for Adults:
- Space for All: Making Time for Inclusive Arts Practice
- The Importance of Inclusive Work
- Impact Report: Meitheal, a Branar Initiative
Captioned Events
Captioned Events are accessible to Deaf and Hard of Hearing audience members:
Audio Described Events
Audio Described events are accessible to blind or visually impaired audience members and those with additional sensory needs. They may include verbal descriptions and an opportunity to touch elements of the event.