Accessibility
The House Staff is available to assist patrons with disabilities. Disability Access accomodations at the Citizens Bank Opera House include wheelchair seating, infared assisted listening, Braille programs and large print programs.
Wheelchair accessible (and companion) seats for Broadway In Boston shows are available through the Box Office or by calling Ticketmaster at 1 (800) 982–2787.
Wheelchair accessible (and companion) seats for Boston Ballet shows please call (617) 695–6955.
Accessible bathrooms are available by elevator access in the Lower Lobby and the Mezzanine Lobby.
The theatre is equipped with an infrared sound enhancement system. Headsets are available at no extra charge in the main lobby. ASL and Open-Captioned performances are scheduled for most Broadway productions.
Please click here to purchase and for a full schedule of these performances.
Any additional questions please contact ADABoston@BroadwayInBoston.com.
The Citizens Bank Opera House offers three options for assisted listening device rentals which are compatible with our portable receiver. All options are located at coat check, free of charge with a valid ID.
Portable Display RF Receiver (216 MHz)
Product Overview
Offering high-performance FM audio and compatibility with mono or stereo headphones with Independent Volume Control.
HamiltonBuhl Headphones
Product Overview
Comfortable leatherette cushions, 3.5mm plug. Easy to use and best for those who require amplification of sound.
Ear Speaker
Product Overview
The ear speaker fits easily over the ear. This piece can also be used with hearing aids.
Highlights:
Easily cleaned (solid plastic speaker) Single ear clip that doesn’t mess up hair Strong volume output
Use with many of Listen’s receivers
The receiver’s antenna is built into the headphone cord
Neck Loop
Product Overview
The LA-166 Neck Loop from Listen Technologies provides a reliable and effective way for listeners with telecoil-equipped hearing aids and cochlear implants to utilize your assistive listening system. Each neck loop slips comfortably over the wearer’s neck and transmits the audio signal wirelessly to their t-coil device, leaving their hands free for added convenience.
Highlights:
Compatible with any telecoil-equipped hearing aid or cochlear implant
Works with any of Listen Technologies’ receivers for an integrated listening solution
Lightweight for comfort and convenience
Seating for patrons with low vision is available online at Ticketmaster.com for all theatrical events or by visiting the Citizens Bank Opera House Box Office.
During ASL Interpreted performances, qualified Interpreters convey the story, dialogue and other elements to patrons who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. ASL section seats are available in the orchestra, permitting patrons to see both the stage and the Interpreters simultaneously.
For all non-theatrical and non-ballet performances, Patrons requiring interpreting services for concerts or events should contact the Citizens Bank Opera House at info@bostonoperahouse.com with the language of ASL Request in the subject of the email. Requests by ticket patrons are required at minimum 2 weeks prior to the show date.
Dear Evan Hansen
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, July 20, 2019 2:00 PM
Dear Evan Hansen
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, August 3, 2019 2:00 PM
Hello Dolly!
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, August 24, 2019 2:00 PM
The Lion King
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, October 12, 2019 2:00 PM
Come From Away
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, November 16, 2019 2:00 PM
Cats
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, January 18, 2020 2:00 PM
Mean Girls
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, February 8, 2020 2:00 PM
The Band’s Visit
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, April 4, 2020 2:00 PM
Anastasia
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, July 18, 2020 2:00 PM
Summer
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, August 15, 2020 2:00 PM
During Open Captioned Performances, an electronic text display is placed to the side of the stage which shows what the performers are saying and singing while also describing any sound effects on stage for our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons.
Click here for more information on Open Captioning services provided by C2Ne
Hello Dolly!
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, August 17, 2019 2:00 PM
The Lion King
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, October 5, 2019 2:00 PM
Come From Away
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, November 9, 2019 2:00 PM
Cats
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, January 11, 2020 2:00 PM
Mean Girls
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, February 1, 2020 2:00 PM
The Band’s Visit
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, March 28, 2020 2:00 PM
Anastasia
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, July 11, 2020 2:00 PM
Summer
Citizens Bank Opera House
Saturday, August 8, 2020 2:00 PM
During these performances, a specially trained describer will narrate what is happening on stage during pauses in dialogue. The describer uses a headset and microphone while our Visually Impaired patrons listen through an earpiece receiver
Hello Dolly!
Citizen Bank Opera House
Sunday, August 18, 2019 1:00 PM
The Lion King
Citizen Bank Opera House
Sunday, October 6, 2019 1:00 PM
Come From Away
Citizen Bank Opera House
Sunday, November 10, 2019 1:00 PM
Cats
Citizen Bank Opera House
Sunday, January 12, 2020 1:00 PM
Mean Girls
Citizen Bank Opera House
Sunday, February 2, 2020 1:00 PM
The Band’s Visit
Citizen Bank Opera House
Sunday, March 29, 2020 1:00 PM
Anastasia
Citizen Bank Opera House
Sunday, July 12, 2020 1:00 PM
