ACCESSIBILTY
The Rudes typically play around 50 venues in a season. The bulk of our venues are open air and are performed in public parks, recreation grounds, village greens and private gardens, often in rural locations. All of our venues, including our covered shows in The Little Top Tent, are on grass. The terrain at some of our shows can be rough and uneven, and every venue is slightly different.
Our shows are not promenade, and the action takes place in one location. Many of our venues have accessible toilets, but not all of them. At the end of a show, when it is dark, we provide floodlights, although some areas when exiting may still be dimly lit.
Even on warm days, it can become cold once the sun goes down. We sometimes continue performances in light rain.
When we perform in The Little Top Tent, the seating is raked and there are a number of steps to the top tier. Additional entrances and exits from the tent are available for wheelchair users and those with low mobility.
recomendations
We want you to have the best possible experience and we are always happy to help.
If you have any access requirements or would like advice on the suitability of a particular venue, we recommend getting in touch with us in advance using the contact form.
If you require space for a wheelchair or need a bit of extra room, please tick the relevant box when booking so we can reserve a suitable space for you. As most of our venues have unallocated seating, this helps us look after you properly on the day.
tickets
We offer Access tickets at a reduced rate. These are intended for audience members with disabilities and include admission for one person and a companion.
Access tickets are designed to support those who may need someone with them in order to attend. However, we recognise that every situation is different. Some people choose to use the reduced rate and purchase a separate ticket for a companion if they do not require support. Either approach is absolutely fine.
We offer these tickets on a trust basis and do not ask for proof of disability. We understand that not all disabilities are visible or easily documented, and we want to keep access to our shows as open and welcoming as possible.
If you require any further information, or would like to discuss your individual needs, please do get in touch with us directly.