Circa’s Accessibility Programme
Circa’s accessibility programme is made possible with funding from Wellington City Council. We have developed our accessibility programme with Arts Access Aotearoa. We have a dedicated Accessibility Manager who works with incoming shows to schedule Accessible Performances.
We offer a range of accessible performances. Please click on the links to find out more information:
Audio Described Performances and Touch Tours
New Zealand Sign Language Interpreted Performances
Relaxed Performances
Accessibility Information
Where is Circa Theatre?
Circa Theatre is located at 1 Taranaki Street, Te Aro, Wellington, 6011. We are next to Te Papa on the waterfront. You will find a map below.
Is there Accessible parking?
There are five Accessible Parks at the Te Papa carpark: two are on the left as you enter the car park not under cover and three are on the left as you continue into the covered area. These cannot be reserved but are available day and night. See the parking map here.
To get to Circa from the Te Papa carpark head towards the front entrance of Te Papa and then cross the large uncovered paved area to the Circa red front door entrance, approximately 82 steps away.
The cost to park there in the daytime, between 8am – 5pm, is $4 for up to 4 hours, and $6 for every hour after, up to a maximum of $40 per day.
Evening and overnight prices between the hours of 5pm – 8am, are just $2 per hour (up to $8 when exiting before 2am) up to a maximum of $24 per night.
You can pay with cash, EFTPOS, or credit card (Amex, Mastercard, or Visa).
Please visit the Te Papa website for more information about parking at Te Papa.
The cost for parking on Jervois Quay starts at $5/hour Weekdays and $3/hour at Weekends.
The parking is metered 8am-8pm.
Taxi stand
Wellington Combined provide a taxi stand outside Te Papa. Check out their website below:
https://www.taxis.co.nz
What Bus can I catch?
You can catch several buses to the Courtenay Place and Willis Street bus stops, including a bus from the Wellington Railway Station or from Wellington Airport. It is a few minutes walk from the bus stops to Circa Theatre. Check Metlink for a full bus timetable. https://www.metlink.org.nz/service/12/timetable
Train
From Wellington Railway Station it’s a 20-minute walk to Te Papa along the waterfront. Alternatively, you can catch a bus or taxi.
Is there accessible seating in the theatres? Where can I sit if I use a wheelchair?
In Circa One, the seats in the front row can be removed so a wheelchair can be placed there instead. This means wheelchair users can sit next together or sit next to their family and friends in utmost comfort during the show.
Wheelchair users who would like seats to be removed are recommended to advise Box Office when booking tickets so we are able to get the seats out in time for the performance.
Circa Two does not have this seating structure however the front row of seats provides the most accessible seating, as it is a flat surface from the foyer to these seats, with no inclines or stairs.
If you have any questions about seating, please contact the Box Office on 04 801 7992 or email circa@circa.co.nz.
Where are the accessible toilets?
There is one accessible, unisex toilet in Circa. When you come through the Circa Front doors the bathroom is located directly to the left, through the nook.
Do you have a hearing loop or infra-red system?
Unfortunately, Circa does not have either of these systems.
Does anyone speak New Zealand Sign language?
Some of our permanent staff speak sign language fluently and they have all had some basic training.
Is there a lift?
There is no requirement for a lift at Circa – all show seating and patrons areas can be accessed from ground level with no steps.
Can I borrow a wheelchair?
Unfortunately, Circa does not have wheelchairs for loan.
How much notice must I give for access services?
We do our best to accommodate all access requirements, please advise when booking your ticket. The earlier the booking is made, the more likely it is that we will be able to accommodate all requirements.
If you have any questions about accessibility at Circa, please contact the Box Office at 04 801 7992 or email circa@circa.co.nz.
Can I have access to a script of the play before a performance?
Yes, this can be arranged. To request a copy of the script, please contact the Box Office at 04 801 7992 or circa@circa.co.nz at least a week before the show.
Booking Accessible Tickets
To book any accessibility shows, please call our friendly box office on 04 801 7992 or email circa@circa.co.nz.
Upcoming Accessibility Shows
You are able to find out about any upcoming accessibility shows on the website www.circa.co.nz.
