Taxonomy: Accessibility

Are Festival venues accessible?

Are Festival venues accessible?

The Festival aims to use accessible venues where reasonably possible and to communicate known access limitations in advance. Accessibility can vary between venues, rooms and event formats, so review the access information attached to the specific event. Where you require an adjustment, contact the Festival before attending and describe the support you need. The Festival […]

Can I request an accessibility adjustment in advance?

Can I request an accessibility adjustment in advance?

Yes. Contact the Festival as early as reasonably possible and explain the event you plan to attend, the adjustment requested and your preferred way of communicating. Early notice gives the Festival and venue the best opportunity to assess and arrange practical support. Reasonable adjustments are considered where feasible, but availability may depend on the venue, […]

Will screenings have captions or subtitles?

Will screenings have captions or subtitles?

Films not presented in English must include embedded English subtitles, captions or dubbing unless dialogue is minimal and unnecessary for comprehension. Entrants are also encouraged to provide accessible captioned materials. The Festival will make reasonable efforts to support accessible screenings where resources allow, but caption availability may vary by film, venue and format. Check the […]