Chichester Festival Theatre Buddies Scheme

About

This is an independent service, which is not run by the NHS or WSCC.

This service is not checked by WSCC and including it on the Local Offer website does not mean that it is a recommended service.

Before using this service, we recommend you make your own checks. Your checks should include being happy that: the service will meet your needs; staff are properly qualified; policies are in place to keep everyone safe and you know how much the service will cost.

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The Chichester Festival Theatre Buddies scheme is a free companion service for audience members who need a little extra support on their visit to the Theatre.

This service is for the elderly and socially isolated patrons, people with learning difficulties or who are on the autism spectrum, those with physical, eyesight and hearing difficulties or anyone who require a little extra support during their visit at the Theatre.

What we do

• On the day of the performance, your CFT Buddy will: Meet you at the entrance to the theatre
• Help with collecting your tickets
• Guide you to your seats and sit with you throughout the performance
• Help buy refreshments and locate the toilets in the interval
• Stay with you until you have been collected or are safely on your way home after the performance

Age range

16-upwards

Wheelchair accessible

Yes

Free to use

Yes

Our users say

Our buddy Sue was simply brilliant. She made the whole afternoon an enjoyable and relaxing experience. Thank you all so much for providing this service.