CMTerSam

Thankyou for your question.

I have certainly had mixed experiences in public venues such as theatres, auditoriums and conference spaces. I'll bullet point some of the feedback I frequently experience:

• In seated layouts; please ensure that seating/platforms allocated for wheelchair users are positioned so that their view isn't obstructed when all the patrons in front stand to have a boogie or otherwise express themselves (I'm thinking concerts here).

• On a similar thread, please ensure that there is adequate space for each chair user AND that their is seating in the same area for a carer or accompanying companion or 2. It really sucks to be sat along with your entire family sat in the row in front of you.

• Toilets; please realise that are many adult disabled folks who are unable to use a conventional disabled toilet and instead require hoist facilities and a full sized changing table. (See www.changing-places.org )

I think these are my most obvious ones that come to mind.

P.S: I have a casual interest in the performing arts, musicals and similar, but my love of arts lies with painting, sculptures and the like. I dabble with both myself.

ANYTHING! The worst that can happen is we say no. It is far worse to NOT be invited in the first place.

Hate... people thinking they can push my wheelchair and move me without asking. Otherwise there's no bad thing to offer so long as you DO offer first and dont kust take it upon yourself to "help" without permission.

Not sure I'd want people to offer more. It can get a little tiresome saying "no thankyou" all day if you don't need the offered help lol. What is more important is willingess to help if ASKED.

Commented like a fellow wheelie! (I presume! ).... oh yes curb cuts, or dropped curbs as we call them here. Shitty ones, or even totally absent ones are the worst!

P.s... apologies for missing the questions about my chair!

Most annoying thing.... probably the time it takes to tilt and recline (and especially to return to an upright position once I want to move locations! )

Feature wistlist.... elevating leg rests plus iLevel (the whole seat rising to put you at eye level with those around you )