Accessibility

NC Opera Events at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

The majority of our ticketed performances take place at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh.

• Accessible parking locations
  • Performing Arts Deck first floor
  • Flat lots directly across South Street
    • A – Wilmington Street entrance
    • B – Salisbury Street entrance
  • Event parking is $10.00 per car and can be paid through the Passport Mobile Parking App
• Variety of accessible seating options and companion seats
  • North Carolina Opera can assist you in finding the best seats for your specific needs when you contact our Box Office directly.
    Phone: 919.792.3853
    Email: boxoffice@ncopera.org
    • Mobility (wheelchair, wheelchair or mobility device transfer, aisle, no stairs, etc.)
    • Vision (seating close to the stage, service animals, etc.)
    • Hearing (seating close to the stage, view of ASL interpreter, etc.)
    • Sensory (seating in areas with fewer guests, additional lighting, lower volume, near an exit, etc.)
• Assistive listening devices (ALDs)
  • Traditional “radio” technology listening devices available for checkout at no cost by leaving a photo ID
• Courtesy wheelchairs
• Accessible and gender neutral/family restrooms
• Certified Sensory Inclusive Venue
  • KultureCity sensory bags available for checkout at no cost by leaving a photo ID
    • KCVIP badges
    • fidget tools
    • noise canceling headphones
    • other resources
• Mamava secure lactation pod

Please see an usher at the venue should you need assistance with any of these accommodations while at the Martin Marietta Center.

In addition, North Carolina Opera offers Audio Description services through Arts Access for select Friday evening performances.