ACCESSIBILITY AT BLACKFRIARS

 
 

Handicap parking

Blackfriars Theatre has three handicap parking spaces located directly in front of the theatre. These spaces cannot be reserved in advance, so please plan your arrival accordingly.

wheelchair accessibility

  • Our facility is all one level with zero stairs in the interior for front row patrons

  • We provide eight wheelchair accessible seats in the front row that are reserved in the box office; if left unpurchased, these seats are released to the general public two weeks prior to performance

  • We provide a ramp leading to the front door from the parking lot

Deaf and hard-of-hearing

  • Blackfriars productions are ASL-interpreted on the first Saturday of each production run (seats clearly marked in our ticketing website)

  • Blackfriars is proud to be the first theatre in Rochester to provide Auracast broadcast audio, which can be accessed through several Auracast-broadcast-audio-accesible devices, including headphones, earbuds, and hearing aids—see below for more details!

  • We provide up to two headphones to connect to Auracast broadcast audio. Use of these devices is first-come-first-served, so please plan accordingly (alternative options below).

WHAT IS AURACAST BROADCAST AUDIO?

HOW TO CONNECT TO AURACAST BROADCAST AUDIO

Earbuds compatible with Auracast audio are designed to receive broadcasts using the Bluetooth LE Audio standard. Key examples include the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4, JBL Tour ONE M3, Avantree Auracast Headphones, and the Moerlab hearClear series, though some may require a compatible transmitter or firmware updates. When shopping, look for models explicitly stating "Auracast compatible" or "native Auracast support" to ensure the necessary features are included. 

Key Examples of Auracast-Compatible Earbuds:

  • Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4:
    These earbuds support Auracast and LE Audio. 

  • JBL Tour ONE M3:
    These are some of the first consumer headphones with both Bluetooth Classic and LE Audio, including Auracast. 

  • Moerlab hearClear Series:
    Products like the Moerlab hearClear headphones are designed for Auracast and often come in bundles with transmitters, such as the Moerlab Auracast Solution Kit. 

  • Avantree Auracast Headphones/Earbuds:
    Avantree offers various models and bundles designed to work seamlessly with their Auracast transmitters. 

  • Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro:
    These earbuds have some Auracast capability, allowing you to listen to broadcasts from compatible sources, according to Samsung. 

What to Look For:

  • "Auracast Compatible" or "LE Audio":
    These terms indicate the earbuds are built to receive Auracast broadcasts. 

  • Native Support:
    Some earbuds have native Auracast support, meaning they have the necessary hardware and software built-in. 

  • Firmware Updates:
    Some devices, like the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4, may require a firmware update to enable Auracast support. 

  • Bundled Transmitters:
    Some products, like the Moerlab or Avantree bundles, include both a transmitter and compatible earbuds to provide a complete Auracast solution, notes Amazon.com.