In this Podcast, we interview Sarah Kolat, Institutional Giving Manager and I.D.E.A Co-Lead at PNW Ballet about how they are bringing audio description of dance to Seattle.

From their web site:“Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility at PNB”Pacific Northwest Ballet recognizes the historical and present inequities in ballet and is committed to shifting the culture in our Company and artform through meaningful action and reflection."PNW Ballet has always been at the forefront of equity by including all people in their performances and audiences regardless of ability, race, gender, or any other factor you could name. They did research to include people with sensory disabilities and neuro diverse populations properly. This work is an extension of those efforts. Plan Your Visit, Information on the program and tickets They have also joined a group of arts organizations in the Seattle area working to publicize their accessible services and performances in a calendar. Services include but are not limited to:

• Accessible Seating
• Assistive Listening Devices
• Audio Described
• Braille and Large Format Program
• Closed and Open Caption
• Courtesy Wheelchair
• Interpretive Services
• Movement Areas
• Personal Care Attendant
• Sensory Guides
• Sensory Kits
• Service Animals
• Visual Assistance

Calendar to Accessible performances

 Here is a link to RSVP to watch the free presentation mentioned in the podcast of the 45minute audio described and ASL interpreted movie "Telephone" over Zoom, on Wednesday November 13 from 4 to 6PM. Link to Register for Telephone You can reach Sarah with questions at[email protected] You can reach us at [email protected] 

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