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Access Program

At State Theatre Company South Australia, we believe theatre is for everybody. We’re committed to giving all South Australians the opportunity to experience theatre through our access program, which includes wheelchair access, AUSLAN interpretation, captioning, audio description and audio enhancement. To increase accessibility, we also offer pay-what-you-can tickets to matinee and Wednesday evening performances. More information is available in the “Access and Performance Types” section below.

Scroll down and select the performance type you are interested in to see the list of available dates.

Audio Described Performances can be booked online, via phone on 08 8415 5353 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm), or via email at tickets@statetheatrecompany.com.au.

Wheelchair accessible seats, companion cards and other accessible bookings can be made via phone on 08 8415 5353 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm), or via email at tickets@statetheatrecompany.com.au.

To sign up to our access email list, please send your name, contact number and area of interest (audio description, AUSLAN interpretation, captioning, etc.) to access@statetheatrecompany.com.au

 

Access Performances

  • Captioned performances are offered for select performances in the Dunstan Playhouse. During captioned performances, dialogue is displayed in real time on screens next to the stage.

    2026 Captioned Performances

    The Heartbreak Choir
    11.00am, Wednesday 2 Dec
    6.30pm, Wednesday 2 Dec

     

    2027 Captioned Performances

    An Iliad
    11.00am, Wednesday 10 Feb
    6.30pm, Wednesday 10 Feb

    Summer of the Seventeenth Doll
    11.00am, Wednesday 28 Apr
    6.30pm, Wednesday 28 Apr

    Snappy
    11.00am, Wednesday 18 Aug
    6.30pm, Wednesday 18 Aug

    The Bookbinder of Jericho
    11.00am, Wednesday 13 Oct
    6.30pm, Wednesday 13 Oct

  • A Beyerdynamic Hearing System is available at the Dunstan Playhouse and Space Theatre for patrons requiring hearing assistance. Transmitter packs are available to borrow from the Box Office in the Dunstan Playhouse foyer 30 minutes before the performance. You may also bring your own headphones.

    How to Book
    Audio enhancement does not need to be indicated when booking.

  • At audio described performances, patrons receive an earpiece connected to a small radio receiver through which a specially trained describer explains the action that is happening onstage. The describer will deliver the description when there are breaks in the dialogue onstage so as not to disrupt the narrative for the audience.

    Pre-show briefings are held one hour prior to audio described performances. The briefing allows patrons to take a tactile tour of the show with an opportunity to touch costumes and, where possible, to walk on the stage to get a sense of the set. Participants also meet the actors and hear the voices they will be using for their characters. To participate in a pre-show briefing, meet in the foyer of the performance venue an hour before the show is due to begin.

     

    2026 Audio Described Performances and Pre-Show Briefing for blind and low-vision patrons

    The Heartbreak Choir
    Saturday 28 November, 1pm (briefing), 2pm (performance)
    Monday 30 November, 5.30pm (briefing), 6.30pm (performance with post-show Q and A)

     

    2027 Audio Described Performances and Pre-Show Briefing for blind and low-vision patrons

    An Iliad
    Saturday 6 Feb, 1pm (briefing), 2pm (performance)
    Monday 8 Feb, 5.30pm (briefing), 6.30pm (performance with post-show Q and A)

    The Dark Matter of Usulal
    Saturday 27 Feb, 1pm (briefing), 2pm (performance)
    Monday 1 Mar, 5.30pm (briefing), 6.30pm (performance with post-show Q and A)

    Summer of the Seventeenth Doll
    Saturday 24 Apr, 1pm (briefing), 2pm (performance)
    Monday 26 Apr, 5.30pm (briefing), 6.30pm (performance with post-show Q and A)

    Evil Hour
    Saturday 17 Jul, 1pm (briefing), 2pm (performance)
    Monday 19 Jul, 5.30pm (briefing), 6.30pm (performance with post-show Q and A)

    Snappy
    Saturday 14 Aug, 1pm (briefing), 2pm (performance)
    Monday 16 Aug, 5.30pm (briefing), 6.30pm (performance with post-show Q and A)

    The Bookbinder of Jericho
    Saturday 9 Oct, 1pm (briefing), 2pm (performance)
    Monday 11 Oct, 5.30pm (briefing), 6.30pm (performance with post-show Q and A)

    Please call 8415 5353 should you have any questions.

  • Relaxed Performances are designed for anyone who would benefit from a more flexible and welcoming theatre environment. These performances accommodate a wide range of sensory needs and are particularly suited to neurodivergent audiences, people with sensory sensitivities, Tourette’s syndrome, learning disabilities, dementia, anxiety, or those who have experienced trauma. Everyone is welcome.

    For our Relaxed Performances, we adapt the theatre environment to create a more comfortable and accessible experience, while preserving the artistic integrity of the production. The adaptations may include the following:

    • Sensory elements adjusted, such as reducing bright lighting or loud sounds.
    • A relaxed approach to noise and movement within the audience.
    • You are welcome to bring and use stimming devices.
    • Theatre doors remain open, and house lights stay on at a low level throughout the performance.
    • You are free to leave and re-enter the venue at any time.
    • A designated breakout space/or quiet room in or near the foyer

     

    2027 Relaxed Performances

    Summer of the Seventeenth Doll
    Monday 26 Apr, 6:30pm

    Snappy
    Monday 16 Aug, 6:30pm

    The Bookbinder of Jericho
    Monday 11 Oct, 6:30pm

     

  • We offer a complimentary companion ticket for Companion/Carer Cardholders who attend performances with a patron requiring access support.

    How to Book
    Please request a complimentary companion or carer ticket when purchasing your ticket. You may be required to provide your companion or carer card number over the phone. Wheelchair accessible seats, companion cards and other accessible bookings can be made via phone on 08 8415 5353 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm), or via email at tickets@statetheatrecompany.com.au.

  • Pay-what-you-can tickets

    Pay-what-you-can tickets are available for people who hold a Healthcare Card and a Pensioner Concession Card. Simply donate a minimum of $5 to attend any matinee or Wednesday evening performance. Pay-what-you-can tickets can be purchased at the venue box office from 30 minutes before the performance and must be paid for via credit/debit card as the venues are now cashless, meaning all tickets, food and beverages must be paid for using a credit/debit card.

    Please note: Pay-what-you-can tickets are subject to availability. We do not offer pay-what-you-can tickets to opening night performances and our SPARK shows. You cannot purchase Pay-what-you-can tickets in advance. 

    Company Rush tickets

    Last-minute tickets are available to all matinee and Wednesday evening performances at the box office 30 minutes before the show starts for only $49 (plus booking fee).

    Rush tickets can be purchased from the venue box office and must be paid for via credit/debit card, as the venues are now cashless.

    Please note: Company Rush tickets are subject to availability and no other offers or conditions apply. Rush tickets will not be available for opening night performances and our SPARK shows.

  • We offer heavily subsidised tickets to Under 30’s and Full-time students (school-aged or tertiary), as part of our role in promoting the future of South Australian culture. Simply show your Proof of Age Card or Student Card when purchasing your ticket.

    Booking fees apply.

    Please note: Discounted tickets will not be available to opening night performances.

  • We offer exclusive discounted ticket prices for all our shows for MEAA Members. MEAA tickets must be booked via phone, call our Ticketing team on 08 8415 5353 for more information and to book, or email tickets@statetheatrecompany.com.au should you have any questions.