Performing Arts Events

Wheelchair Access

There are 2 wheelchair-accessible entrances into the Performing Arts Center:

• On the west side of the building, through the ground floor of the north parking structure. Wheelchair access to the Dumke Student Theatre and the Courage Theatre is on the ground floor.
• On the east side of the building, through the main floor entrance. Wheelchair access to the Vieve Gore Concert Hall is on the main floor.

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Accessible Seating

• Courage Theatre has 6 wheelchair-accessible seats in row E with adjacent seating for companions and 43 limited-mobility seats (1 step or less), all accessed via elevator to the ground level.
• Dumke Student Theatre has room to accommodate 1–4 wheelchairs in accessible seating directly in front of the seating structure.
• Jones Recital Hall has 1 wheelchair-accessible seat and two spaces open for viewing from a wheelchair, all accessible via elevator in the lobby of Gillmor Hall.
• Sorenson-Fenton Performance Studio has bench-style seating with the entire first row open to limited-mobility or wheelchair-accessible seating.
• Vieve Gore Concert Hall has 2 wheelchair-accessible seats with adjacent seating for companions on the top row of the hall and 14 limited-mobility seats, all accessible via the main lobby.

Elevator Access

All venues can be reached via elevator.

Assisted Listening Devices

All Westminster Performing Arts Center venues have ADA-compliant Listen Everywhere assistive listening systems. Communicate with front-of-house Performing Arts Center staff before the performance if you'd like to use an assisted listening device.

Digital Programs

All WPAC events use digital programs through Flipsnack. Flipsnack guarantees flipbook accessibility for all readers, enabling content creation that follows WCAG guidelines and meets ADA and Section 508 standards.

Sensory-Friendly Performances

Many events offer a sensory-friendly evening of performances. Find sensory-friendly performances.

Additional Accommodations

For additional ADA accommodations (such as ASL interpretation), contact Disability Services.

Complete an accessibility survey

Please ask Westminster Performing Arts Center front-of-house staff for any assistance you need while visiting.

What to Wear

There is no dress code for Westminster University performances.

Guest Wi-Fi

The Westminster Guest Wi-Fi network is open with no encryption. This network requires someone with a Westminster University email address to approve access as the sponsor.

Food and Beverages

Other than water, food and drink are not allowed in performance venues.

Cell Phones

Cell phones and other electronic devices must be turned off to avoid interferring with microphones and audio.

Children

We kindly ask that children under the age of 6 stay at home.

Late Seating

Late seating permission is granted on a show-by-show basis. Talk to the House Manager or a box office employee for assistance. To avoid limited seating choices, arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled event's start time.

Exiting and Re-entering a Performance

If you can, please exit a performance between scenes or numbers. Re-entry to a performance will be facilitated by ushers and typically occurs between scenes or performance numbers.

Lost and Found

The Westminster Performing Arts Center provides, but does not guarantee, storage of lost and found items. Email performingarts@westminsteru.edu or call the box office at 801.832.2457 to inquire about found items.

Comfort

Bring an extra, light layer to any performance for your comfort. The box office has a limited supply of throw blankets as well. Coats may be checked with the box office for your comfort and convenience.

Restrooms

Accessible and gender-neutral restrooms are available throughout the Performing Arts Center. Ask an usher for assistance finding the restroom that best suits your needs. View a map of gender-neutral and accessible bathrooms on campus.

Emergencies

In an emergency, Westminster University policy is to call 911 and then campus patrol.

If you require emergency assistance during your visit, please find an usher or come to the box office. If you are unable to, ask a member of your party or a neighboring audience member for assistance.

Illness

If you are experiencing any illness, especially symptoms of respiratory flu, we kindly ask you to stay home. Your ticket may be exchanged for a future date. Review Westminster's latest COVID-19 guidance.

Smoking

Smoking and electronic vapes are not permitted inside the Performing Arts Center or any venue.