We offer audio described, captioned, handheld captioned and chilled performances for Edward II, along with supporting resources including audio notes and a sonic story.
To find out more about the themes and content of this play see our content advisory page.
Select the button below to go through to a list of assisted performances for this production and purchase your tickets. Alternatively, you can call the Box Office Access line to book: 01789 331275 (Monday – Friday, midday–6pm)
Captioners and interpreters
The Captioner for captioned performances of Edward II will be Stefanie Bell.
The Audio Describers for audio described performances of Edward II will be Julia Grundy and Elie Packer.
TOUCH TOURS
We have Touch Tours for Edward II on the 15 March at 11:30am and the 21 March at 5:30pm.
These Tours introduce elements of the production to aid your understanding of the show. You will hear descriptions of the scenery and have the opportunity to feel props and costumes used in the show ahead of the performance. Call 01789 331275 or email access@rsc.org.uk for details of the next Touch Tour and to book.
ABOUT ASSISTED PERFORMANCES
AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCES
Audio described performances include a live commentary giving details of all the visual aspects of a production. The commentary is interspersed with the actors' dialogue. Before the play begins you can hear an introduction to the production which gives details of the set, costumes and characters. The commentary is delivered via radio headsets, available from the cloakroom desk in the theatre foyer before the performance.
BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETED PERFORMANCES
We offer performances with integrated British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation where the interpreter is directed as part of the action onstage. You will see the interpreter interacting with the actors onstage and they will be in costume.
When booking for a signed performance, tell the box office so that we can give you a seat where you can see the signer clearly.
CAPTIONED PERFORMANCES
Captioning converts the spoken word into text, which is displayed on an LED screen to the side of the stage. This enables you to read the dialogue as the actors speak the words. Please note the screens are not clearly visible from all seats in the auditorium.
HANDHELD CAPTIONED
We offer handheld captioning devices for select performances. Handheld captions are not a replacement for our current captioning screens, but a handy alternative for anyone who may benefit from captioning. If you would like to reserve a handheld captioning tablet, please contact the Access Line on 01789 331275 or email tickets@rsc.org.uk.
CHILLED PERFORMANCES
A chilled performance takes a more casual approach to noise and movement in the auditorium, but the performance itself is unchanged. This performance is ideal for people who feel more at ease knowing they can go in and out of the auditorium during the show. This performance is for everybody and babes in arms are welcome (not walking or requiring their own seat).
