The Church Accessibility

Every effort has been make to make this event as accessible as possible for those with various needs. We have created a Visual Story of how to travel to the venue and get to the accessible entrance from the front of the building. Please let us know your access requirements when you register for your ticket and will try our best to accommodate them. If you have any access questions, please don’t hesitate to email Lamorna at info@backstagemusic.com.au or speak to her by phone on 0402051903. 

BUILDING ACCESS

  • The Church has wheelchair access via Allen Lane (to the rear of the building) into the performance space.

  • There is no accessible parking available but parking in Mitchell Road is usually plentiful on weekends.

  • Visual signage will be available to signpost the different areas in the space.

  • Braille descriptors are not available in the building.

  • Guide Dogs are welcome. There is a small park a short walk away on the corner of Mitchell Road and Renwick Street that would be appropriate for Guide Dog relief area.

  • The Church does not have a hearing loop

  • The Church has no wheelchair accessible bathrooms, there are, however, accessible bathrooms available in nearby Alexandria Park .

  • If you need a break, the doors to Allen Lane will be left open throughout the performance.

REDFERN STATION TO THE CHURCH VIDEO

This was for a previous event but it is still relevant.

VISUAL STORY - How to get to the space.

Here is some information to help you plan your visit to The Church.

1. When you arrive at Mitchell Road from Henderson Road, The Church is next door to the post office.

2. A member of Backstage Staff will be waiting at the front door of The Church to check your ticket and welcome you to the Shift concert. If it is busy, there may be a queue of people. 

3. There is an accessible entrance with a ramp at the rear of the The Church in Allen Lane. It is marked on the picture with a yellow star. You can access Allen Lane by turning left from Henderson Road. Backstage Staff will be at this door to assist you. 

4. The inside of The Church is a large, rectangular open space. There will be some natural light streaming in from windows on the wall and ceiling as well as some artificial light from hanging lights and colourful stage lights. There is a small kitchenette and a bathroom off the main hall on ground level. 

Accessible door from the inside which will be left open so audience members can leave.jpg eave

5. If you need a break at any time, the door at the back of the building will be left open so you can access Allen Lane. This door has been marked with a yellow star in the picture.   

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE TOILETS MAP

Map of Alexandria Park Wheel Accessible Bathrooms - 9-13 Park Rd Alexandria.

Map of Alexandria Park Wheel Accessible Bathrooms - 9-13 Park Rd Alexandria.