ACCESSIBILITY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND/OR REDUCED MOBILITY: A STUDY IN THE MUNICIPAL THEATER IN VARGINHA-MG
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17564/2316-3801.2025v12n3p471-484Abstract
Ensuring accessibility in entertainment venues has emerged as a fundamental right for all people, especially those who face challenges due to disabilities or physical limitations, whether permanent or temporary. However, there are many venues that neglect the standards set by regulations and laws, thus compromising the effective social inclusion of these individuals. This study aimed to analyze the accessibility conditions in a football stadium, a theater and an exhibition park located in a municipality in the south of Minas Gerais. The data collection involved the application of a questionnaire to the visitors of these venues, as well as technical visits accompanied by photographic records, in order to carry out a detailed assessment of the accessibility conditions. The results of the analysis revealed significant gaps in accessibility, especially with regard to the lack of tactile flooring to help people with visual impairments move around, as none of the venues had tactile flooring, nor Braille signage and information to help people with visual impairments move around. There was a need to improve parking at the stadium and fairgrounds and to create a dedicated parking lot for the theater.