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Access Virginia was established to provide and promote accessibility at performing arts theaters as well as other venues for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Blind/Visually Impaired Communities, to create tangible positive changes in their lives.

Happy Presidents’ Day! ⭐
02/16/2026

Happy Presidents’ Day! ⭐

Don’t miss out! Today’s your last day to register!Arts for All 🎨 Join us for a fun, welcoming day designed for individua...
02/16/2026

Don’t miss out! Today’s your last day to register!

Arts for All 🎨 Join us for a fun, welcoming day designed for individuals with all disabilities to connect with the arts through an activity and a live performance of Purlie!

📅 Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026
🎭 Arts for All Activity: 10:30 AM
🎶 Purlie Performance: 1:00 PM

📍 Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
2410 Wickham Ave, Newport News, VA 23607

📝 Free registration & refreshments provided
🔗 Register by Feb. 16, 2026:
https://forms.gle/vy9UX1n2xrztfcd27

📞 Box Office: 757-247-8950

Everyone is welcome! 💛

Access Virginia is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was created to provide open captioning and audio description at live theatrical performances so that Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Blind, Visually Impaired persons can attend performances and experience the wonder of live entertainment at public facilities. Access Virginia will work to expand accommodation services to other public venues.

Happy Valentine’s Day to our amazing community! 🤍
02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day to our amazing community! 🤍

The Miracle Worker is coming to Swift Creek Mill Theatre on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 2:30 PM! 🎭Immortalized on scre...
02/13/2026

The Miracle Worker is coming to Swift Creek Mill Theatre on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 2:30 PM! 🎭

Immortalized on screen by Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke, this Tony Award-winning play is the story of Annie Sullivan and her student, Helen Keller, who lost her sight and hearing at the age of 19 months. With compassion, humor and dramatic tension, The Miracle Worker explores the volatile relationship between a lonely teacher and her headstrong charge. ✨

Open caption services will be available.

🎟️ To purchase tickets or learn more, visit https://swiftcreekmill.showare.com/ or call 804-748-5203.

🌐 Discover more shows on our website: https://www.accessvirginia.info/theater-shows

👉 Purchase your tickets today!

Access Virginia is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was created to provide open captioning and audio description at live theatrical performances so that Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Blind, Visually Impaired persons can attend performances and experience the wonder of live entertainment at public facilities. Access Virginia will work to expand accommodation services to other public venues.

An unforgettable afternoon at Wait Until Dark on February 7, 2026 at the Wells Theatre Virginia Stage Company! 🎭👏Patrons...
02/13/2026

An unforgettable afternoon at Wait Until Dark on February 7, 2026 at the Wells Theatre Virginia Stage Company! 🎭👏

Patrons experienced an interactive touch table, enjoyed the incredible performance, and had the special opportunity to chat with Meredith Parker, the actor who portrayed the lead character, a woman who is blind, and who lives with vision loss herself, making the performance especially powerful and personal.

Sponsored by Norfolk ARTS!

Bad Seed is coming to Williamsburg Players on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 2 PM! ✨The scene is a small Southern town ...
02/13/2026

Bad Seed is coming to Williamsburg Players on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 2 PM! ✨

The scene is a small Southern town where Colonel and Christine Penmark live with their daughter, Rhoda. Little Rhoda Penmark is the queen of the story. On the surface she is sweet, charming, full of old-fashioned graces, loved by her parents, admired by all her elders. But Rhoda’s mother has an uneasy feeling about her. When one of Rhoda’s schoolmates is mysteriously drowned at a picnic, Mrs. Penmark is alarmed, for the boy who was drowned was the one who had won the penmanship medal that Rhoda felt she deserved. 🍏

Open caption and audio description services will be available.

🎟️ To purchase tickets or learn more, visit https://williamsburgplayers.org/wp/shows/ or call 757-229-0431.

🌐 Discover more shows on our website: https://www.accessvirginia.info/theater-shows

🌟 Get your tickets today!

Access Virginia is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was created to provide open captioning and audio description at live theatrical performances so that Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Blind, Visually Impaired persons can attend performances and experience the wonder of live entertainment at public facilities. Access Virginia will work to expand accommodation services to other public venues.

To those who served, we thank you. 💙Access Virginia and the Hearing Loss Association of America Virginia Beach Chapter a...
02/12/2026

To those who served, we thank you. 💙

Access Virginia and the Hearing Loss Association of America Virginia Beach Chapter are proud to offer free tickets to select live theatrical performances in Hampton Roads, VA for Veterans with hearing or vision loss. Each Veteran may bring one guest. Browse dates, times, and locations at www.accessvirginia.info

Accessibility Features:
🎧 Open Captioning for hearing loss
👁️ Audio Description for vision loss

Upcoming Show:
The Bad Seed at Williamsburg Players on February 14, 2026

Reserve your complimentary tickets today!

To register, scan the QR code or contact:
📲 Lois Boyle at admin@accessvirginia.info or 757-276-1761
📲 Kenneth Reichert at kwreiche@hlaavb.org

Angel Street is coming to the Little Theatre of Norfolk on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 8:00 PM! 🎭This psychological thr...
02/12/2026

Angel Street is coming to the Little Theatre of Norfolk on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 8:00 PM! 🎭

This psychological thriller centers on a woman whose husband manipulates her into questioning her sanity, a gripping tale of deception and control that coined the term "gaslighting.” 🧠

Open caption services will be available. Ask for reserved seating when purchasing your tickets.

🎟️ To purchase tickets or learn more, visit:
https://app.arts-people.com/?show=282095 or call 757-627-8551.

🌐 Discover more shows on our website: https://www.accessvirginia.info/theater-shows

📣 Set your reminder, you won’t want to miss this!

Access Virginia is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was created to provide open captioning and audio description at live theatrical performances so that Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Blind, Visually Impaired persons can attend performances and experience the wonder of live entertainment at public facilities. Access Virginia will work to expand accommodation services to other public venues.

Arts for All 🎨 Join us for a fun, welcoming day designed for individuals with all disabilities to connect with the arts ...
02/11/2026

Arts for All 🎨 Join us for a fun, welcoming day designed for individuals with all disabilities to connect with the arts through an activity and a live performance of Purlie!

📅 Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026
🎭 Arts for All Activity: 10:30 AM
🎶 Purlie Performance: 1:00 PM

📍 Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
2410 Wickham Ave, Newport News, VA 23607

📝 Free registration & refreshments provided
🔗 Register by Feb. 16, 2026:
https://forms.gle/vy9UX1n2xrztfcd27

📞 Box Office: 757-247-8950

Everyone is welcome! 💛

Access Virginia is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was created to provide open captioning and audio description at live theatrical performances so that Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Blind, Visually Impaired persons can attend performances and experience the wonder of live entertainment at public facilities. Access Virginia will work to expand accommodation services to other public venues.

Sharing this great event from Virginia Hearing Loss Support Network! 👏
02/10/2026

Sharing this great event from Virginia Hearing Loss Support Network! 👏

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Newport News, VA
23608

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12am
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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Access Virginia, giving the gift of sight and sound!

Access Virginia is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was created to provide open captioning and audio description at live theatrical performances so that Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Blind/Visually Impaired persons can attend performances and experience the wonder of live entertainment at public facilities. Access Virginia will work to expand accommodation services to other public venues.

WHY IS PROVIDING ACCOMMODATION SO IMPORTANT?

Under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), both the facility and the presenter/producer have a legal obligation to provide effective communication for someone with a disability that does not fundamentally alter the nature of the product being offered or cause an undue burden to the venue. As cited in the ADA Technical Assistance Manual, open captioning and audio description are examples of auxiliary aids and services that promote effective communication for people who are hard of hearing, Deaf and visually impaired.

Access Virginia Accessibility Programs (AVAP) makes attending live theatre possible for everyone. Special seating is reserved for theatre-goers who are hard of hearing, Deaf and visually impaired.