Liverpool’s Empire Theatre will celebrate Disabled Access Day next month by offering disabled customers a special guided tour of the venue.

Visitors will also be given a unique opportunity to explore the set of Annie and the chance to learn about the technical magic that brings a production to life on stage.

Throughout the 12 March event, a British Sign Language interpreter will be on hand to provide sign language for deaf visitors and there will be a visual story guide of the theatre available.

The Empire’s dedicated access officer will also make a short presentation and be able to answer any questions visitors may have.

Disabled Access Day 2016 is being sponsored by Euan’s Guide, a listing and review website that helps disabled people and their families know which venues are truly accessible.

The first Disabled Access Day took place on 17 January 2015 with 261 venues involved across 11 countries and came about after Paul Ralph, a powerchair user went to a ‘try it out day’ at his local bus company.

Paul attended a demonstration organised by the bus company where he had the chance to explore a stationary bus and was given advice by staff on how to get on and off safely.

After discussing the experience with friends, Paul thought it would be great if similar initiatives could happen across the country on a specific day – out of it came the idea for Disabled Access Day.

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