Footloose at Fort Wayne Civic Theatre: A Model for Inclusivity
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Footloose at Fort Wayne Civic Theatre: A Model for Inclusive Arts
The Fort Wayne Civic Theatres Footloose production showcases a new era of inclusivity, following major renovations at the Arts United Center. With features like an elevator with stage access, wheelchair-friendly tools, updated seating, and better captioning, the theater aims to accommodate everyone. Director Gavin Thomas Drew, who uses a cochlear implant, emphasizes the benefits of these changes, especially for hard-of-hearing individuals, older audiences, and non-native English speakers. The theaters come-as-you-are approach, supported by the Project Lights Up program, ensures full accommodations for every performance. Cast members, including Cass Rentfrow and Theo Thompson, appreciate the updates, which have made rehearsals more welcoming and accessible. The diverse cast, drawn from nearly ninety auditionees, reflects the theaters commitment to universal design. Footloose opens March seventh and runs through March twenty-second. Drew hopes this production will inspire other theaters to prioritize accessibility, proving its not costly and helps keep the arts relevant by including more people.
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