Access

China Plate seeks to create an inclusive environment in which the creativity of all (whether as artists, audiences, participants or staff members) can flourish.
We are committed to enabling and facilitating professional, accessible, ethical and productive working environments.
We recognise that there are barriers to access and that the issue is not the responsibility of marginalised groups or individuals, but created by structures and institutions that have, whether from ignorance or apathy, excluded those groups and individuals.
China Plate endeavours to actively integrate access provision and inclusive practice into our productions and creative environments. We also prioritise the mental health and wellbeing of artists and creative teams. Visit our Artist & Producers page to read our Artist Wellbeing Policy.
The Shape of the Pain by Rachel Bagshaw
Photo © The Other Richard
We want to make sure that everyone can enjoy our shows. For this reason, our programme includes various accessible performances and events:
- Audio Described
- Captioned
- BSL interpreted
- Relaxed performances
Below you will find a filtered list of shows from our What’s On page.
If you have specific access requirements, or require information about building access, please visit the relevant venue or organisation website to get in touch with their box office/event team.
For more information, please email [email protected].
Accessible Performances
Neighbourhood Creatives Arts Festival 2026
A week-long free arts festival in Washwood Heath & Ward End filled with family-fun performances and arts activities.
Read more about Neighbourhood Creatives Arts Festival 2026Touring Together
Bringing bold stories which shine a fresh light on the world we live in today to stages across the country.
- 23rd April 2026 - 20th November 2027
- By China Plate & Fuel
- BSL interpreted performances Audio described performances Captioned performances
Accessible Digital Work
Longing to Belong
A moving short musical film about a Jamaican girl’s desire to fit in in 1960s Bristol.
Read more about Longing to BelongHumans Not Heroes
A co-created series of audio pieces made with artists and healthcare workers exploring their experiences of the Covid pandemic.
- 30th April 2026 - 31st March 2027
- By China Plate, Coventry University & Kerry Wykes
- BSL interpreted performances Captioned performances