Three new "Kultur inklusiv" institutions
The "Kultur inklusiv" label, which is managed by the Pro Infirmis Culture Inclusive department, is committed to promoting inclusive culture in Switzerland. The Zurich Theater Spektakel, the Theater Orchester Biel Solothurn and the Bern Music Festival have now also been awarded the label.
The "Kultur inklusiv" label promotes "a holistic inclusive approach by more and more cultural institutions that, as label holders, are embarking on the path to natural accessibility and participation". Supporters are inclusive cultural institutions of all cultural sectors, sizes and profiles from all over Switzerland, which ensure that their cultural offerings are as barrier-free as possible and that all interested people, including people with disabilities, are able to participate in culture.
From the 2017/18 season, Theater Orchester Biel Solothurn (TOBS) will be implementing a holistically inclusive approach with targeted focal points in all four disciplines: Theater performances interpreted and surtitled in sign language, audio-described opera performances and open dress rehearsals as a low-threshold concert format are examples of the new inclusive offerings. In addition, TOBS will involve those affected in an advisory capacity via a support group.
With its annual festival themes, which include an examination of sensory perception, its possibilities and its limitations, the Bern Music Festival is embarking on its specific inclusive path from 2017. Music formats that appeal to several senses, an inclusive music education project and several barrier-free venues are also intended to appeal to music lovers with visual, hearing and mobility impairments.
Website: www.kulturinklusiv.ch
