Nightwood Theatre has made accessibility and inclusivity a top priority. We are committed to eliminating barriers to our programming and facility and ensuring an enjoyable experience for all of our patrons. If you have any seating requirements, please inform Ashley at ashley@nightwoodtheatre.net when purchasing your tickets. We always remain open to your comments, suggestions, improvements and feedback. If you have any concerns, access needs or a question about accessibility, please feel free to contact one of our staff members.

Facility Access

Home of Nightwood Theatre & Tapestry Opera! Nightwood Theatre’s office is located in the lower level of 877 Yonge Street, as part of Nancy & Ed Jackman Performance Centre (NEJPC).  Please note, our office is part of a communal workspace, and our staff work on a hybrid schedule. If you would like to stop by during regular business hours, please arrange with our team in advance. 

For more information about accessing NEJPC, check out our Venue Guide! Created by the Disability Collective, the Venue Guide offers descriptive language and visuals for accessing the Nancy & Ed Jackman Performance Centre.

Accessing the Entrance: The main level of the building has step-free access to two full-sized elevators that lead to the theatre’s level. No further steps are required to access the performance hall and restrooms. There are two steps to access the rehearsal hall, green room, and offices, which are equipped with a 1-meter ramp for easy access. Large doors are equipped with automatic door openers, and many others have door stops or ushers who can assist.

Washrooms: Our washrooms feature accessible stalls large enough to accommodate wheelchairs and mobility devices. Other measures, such as grab bars, lowered sinks, and accessible toilet heights, have also been implemented. Our washrooms are all-gender. 

Seating: Front-row wheelchair-accessible seating is available for performances. Please connect with our team when you book your tickets so we can reserve suitable seating. You can either email ashley@nightwoodtheatre.net or call us at 416-944-1740

Service Animals: We welcome patrons with service and support animals. Please connect with our team when you book your tickets so we can reserve suitable seating. You can either email ashley@nightwoodtheatre.net or call us at 416-944-1740

Parking & Transportation: Nancy & Ed Jackman Performance Centre is within 500m of Bloor-Yonge and Rosedale Stations. Limited street parking is available along Yonge Street and Davenport Road, and a nearby parking lot is at 920 Yonge Street.
For more information about transportation to the venue, refer to page 3 of our Venue Access Guide. 

To Note: This information highlights some general features and is not exhaustive. More accessibility endeavours may be incorporated as possible on a show-by-show basis. 

Soulpepper Theatre operates inside The Young Centre for Performing Arts and is located at the north-east corner of the Distillery Historic District, at the intersection of Mill Street and Cherry Street. Box Office hours are Tuesday to Saturday 1-8PM, plus Sunday 1-5PM. Their Box Office can be reached at boxoffice@youngcentre.ca or 416-866-8666

For a more detailed guide to accessing The Young Centre for Performing Arts, check out their Visual Guide.

Parking & Transportation: Soulpepper and the Young Centre are not accessible from the street directly for vehicles needing to park. Luckily, there are locations nearby if you are in need of the TTC Wheel-Trans service for either pick-up or drop-off. The suggested location, advised by Wheels-Trans, where this is most easily accessed is 55 Mill Street, Guardhouse Entrance at Trinity Street and Mill Street. To learn more about the recommended routes for travelling to the Young Centre, visit https://www.soulpepper.ca/your-visit/getting-here

To learn more about Soulpepper Theatre’s accessibility measures and policies, please refer to their website: https://www.soulpepper.ca/your-visit/accessibility

Support Persons

A person with a disability who is accompanied by a personal support person are welcome. At no time will a person with access needs be prevented from having a Personal Assistant or Support Person with them while accessing events, shows, or the building. Personal Assistants and Support Persons accompanying a person with diverse abilities will be admitted at no cost. If booking your tickets in advance, please indicate that this extra seat will be required at ashley@nightwoodtheatre.net.