Cole Massie's Breakthrough Role: Accessible Theater for All

Cole Massie, an actor with cerebral palsy, autism, and visual impairment, is making history in his first professional theater role in Room by the Sea. This groundbreaking production, featuring Massie, reimagines the Icarus myth from a disabled perspective at Outside In Theatres new accessible space in Highland Park. The shows run has been extended through March twenty-fourth.

Outside In Theatre, founded in 2019, is dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices. Theyve fully renovated their building for total accessibility, collaborating with Access Collabs to meet the needs of cast, crew, and audiences beyond basic standards.

Massie, who has worked in film and television, faced significant challenges in theater due to misconceptions about disabled actors abilities. However, Outside In Theatre has created an inclusive environment with features like American Sign Language performances, open captions, audio descriptions, and relaxed shows for neurodivergent patrons.

Massies request for a bar in his dressing room for safety was promptly fulfilled, demonstrating the theaters commitment to true inclusion. The leaders emphasize open communication and genuine inclusion to empower disabled artists like Massie, who aspires to see more nuanced roles for performers with disabilities.

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