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Empire Theatre
Lime Street
Liverpool
Merseyside
L1 1JE
Tel: 0151 7083200
Fax: 0151 7096757
Email: acc4all.empireliverpool@livenation.co.uk
Web: http://www.getlive.co.uk/liverpool
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Liverpool.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Lime Street Station.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
Outside Access
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 190cm (6ft 2in) wide.
The doors are held open during performances.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
This venue does play background music.
The lighting levels are low.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
Lift (Main Lobby)
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located to the right of the box office.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
The lift is 5m (16ft 4in) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.46m x 1.38m (4ft 9in x 4ft 6in).
There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 8m (26ft 2in) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right of the lift on the 2nd floor.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is not a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 206cm x 154cm (6ft 9in x 5ft ).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 76cm (2ft 5in).
The tap type is lever.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 75cm (2ft 5in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
Level access to the toilet is via a lift.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located to the right of the lift on the first floor.
The female toilets are 8m (26ft 2in) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located to the right of the lift on the first floor.
The male toilets are 2m (6ft 6in) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Level access to the toilet is via a lift.
Restaurant / Bar (main bar on the first floor)
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is not available.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
The type of food served here is bar snacks.
Theatre / Opera House
There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
Designated seating is located the back of the auditorium.
Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
This venue does provide audio described performances.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
A deposit is required for the hearing system.
Concessions are not available.
Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.
The adapted toilet is 8m from the foyer.
The adapted toilet is 8m from the auditorium.
The deposit for the hearing assistance loop is refundable on return.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents are not available in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in sign language skills is not generally on duty.
Plastic cups are available.
Plastic cutlery is available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
There is not a soft play area for children.
Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
Comments
The box office opening hours are given. On a day when a show is on, the box office is open until 20:00. Please phone the theatre on 0151 7083200 for details of show times.
