FFT entrance area
Foto: Clara Bolla, FFT entrance area

FFT Düsseldorf

Düsseldorf

The FFT Düsseldorf (Forum Freies Theater) has been in existence since 1999. It is an international production house for independent performing arts and operates in a network of production venues, theaters and other partners both regionally and internationally. It is part of the Alliance of International Production Houses, funded by the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media.

The program is characterized by continuous collaboration with artist collectives as well as the promotion of young artists, cooperation with universities and schools and exchange with actors in the city. Artistic work with young people and an advanced program for young audiences have been part of FFT Düsseldorf's profile from the very beginning. In 2015, the FFT received the German Federal Theatre Prize for its program between the participation of city residents and experimental artistic positions in the performing arts.

In 2021, the FFT opened its new venue at KAP1 at Düsseldorf Central Station. Versatile stage and work spaces, a spacious foyer with a view of the station forecourt and a unique bar make the FFT an attractive place for encounters, exchanges and gatherings.

Important information about accessibility: certificates

  • "Reisen für Alle" (“Travel for All”) is a nationwide, uniform labeling system for barrier-free travel. It offers reliable information on the accessibility of tourist offerings, such as hotels, attractions and means of transport. Providers who allow themselves to be labeled are checked for accessibility by specially trained surveyors. The results are published in detailed test reports so that travelers with disabilities know exactly which offers are suitable for their needs.
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  • All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users".

    Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.  

    • Düsseldorf Central Station is 150 meters away. 
    • The company's own parking spaces are not available. 
    • The building is steplessly accessible.
    • The counter/cash desk is 112 cm high. 
    • All doors/passages that can be used by guests and are raised are at least 90 cm wide. 
    • All rooms that can be used by guests are accessible at ground level or by elevator.
    • The elevator car is 171 cm x 185 cm.
    • Two wheelchair spaces are available at stage 1. The designated spaces are accessible without steps and with a maximum longitudinal gradient of 6%. 
    • Two wheelchair spaces are available at stage 2.

    Public WC for people with disabilities 

    • The manoeuvring spaces are as follows:
      175 cm x 150 cm in front of the washbasin and in front of the WC;
      to the left of the WC and to the right of the WC 98 cm x 70 cm.
    • There are grab rails to the left and right of the toilet.
    • Both grab rails can be flipped-up.
    • The washbasin is wheelchair accessible at a height of 67 cm and a depth of less than 30 cm.
    • The mirror can be seen from a sitting or standing position.
    • There is a cord as an alarm trigger.
    Detailed information for people with walking difficulties and wheelchair users
  • All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with hearing impairment".  

    Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.    

    • In the event of an audible alarm, there is no visually perceptible flashing or strobe signal. 
    • An audio induction loop system is available.  
    • In the elevators, the emergency call is confirmed acoustically, not visually. Alternatively, stairs are available.
    Detailed information for people with hearing impairments and hearing loss
  • All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - accessible for people with visual impairments and partially accessible for blind people".  Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.     

    • Assistance dogs may be allowed.
    • The entrance is visually contrasting to the surroundings and recognizable by a tactile change of floor covering. .
    • There are floor indicators that are visually rich in contrast or tactilely perceptible.  
    • The signage is designed in easily legible and high-contrast lettering. 
    • All raised areas that can be used by guests are well lit, i.e. bright and glare-free.  
    • An outgoing emergency call in the elevator is confirmed acoustically. 
    • Stairs have visually contrasting edges on at least the first and last step. The stairs have handrails on both sides. There is tactile information about the floor at the beginning and end of the flights of stairs. 
    • There are inclusive and tactile exhibitions, performances etc. (not at all events, performances).
    Detailed information for people with visual impairments and the blind
  • Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.    

    • The name and logo of the company are clearly recognizable from the outside.
    • The objectives of the paths are always within sight or signs in visible distance are available. 
    Detailed information for people with walking difficulties and wheelchair users

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