Accessibility
Purdue Convocations is committed to making its performances and the power of the arts accessible to everyone. We are happy to assist patrons when special services are required. Please partner with us by communicating your needs with Purdue Convocations at 765-494-9712.
Audio induction hearing loop systems are now available in Loeb Playhouse, Fowler Hall, and Elliott Hall of Music. Please switch your hearing aid setting to T-coil. If you need assistance, please ask an usher or, if you’re in Elliott Hall of Music, visit the House Manager’s office located on the lower level.
Sign language interpretation is available with sufficient advance notice and conditional upon the availability of qualified service providers. Please request this service at least 60 days prior to the performance by contacting Purdue Convocations at 765-494-9712. We cannot guarantee the availability of this service if it is requested beyond the deadline.
Captioning service is available with sufficient advance notice and conditional upon the availability of qualified service providers. Please request this service at least 14 days prior to the performance by contacting Purdue Convocations at 765-494-9712. We cannot guarantee the availability of this service if it is requested beyond the deadline.
If captioning has been requested and approved, patrons may visit convocations.purdue.edu/cc during the event.
There are no elevators in Elliott Hall of Music or Loeb Playhouse. To avoid climbing stairs at Elliott Hall of Music patrons may enter at the NORTH or SOUTH access doors with the BLACK & GOLD awnings, where there are no steps to climb to reach the main floor seating. Be sure to request main floor level seating when ordering tickets and explain your needs.
For patrons eligible for Club Convos (beginning 1 hour before show time), elevator access is available by entering Hovde Hall from the southwest corner of the building (shown on this parking map) and using the building elevator located in the foyer. Take the elevator to the second floor to enjoy Club Convos, then enter Elliott Hall of Music by using the adjoining bridge to the main floor lobby.
Friends of Convocations at the Ambassador level ($2,500+) and above may display their parking pass issued at the beginning of the season and use the Friends of Convos lot along University Street, as shown in GOLD on the map below. Only Elliott Hall events announced during the season launch will make use of Friends of Convos parking. Otherwise, the Accessible Parking (read more below) is available to any event patron with a valid accessible vehicle permit.
For all information regarding venue access, accessibility, directions, and parking, please visit our Directions & Parking page.
Accessible restrooms in Stewart Center are located on the main floor in the university library and at the east end of Stewart Center. An accessible restroom is available by the south accessible entrance of Elliott Hall of Music and on the ground floor and first floor of Hovde Hall.
Wheelchair seating is available in Elliott Hall of Music, Loeb Playhouse, and Fowler Hall with companion seating located nearby. Wheelchair assistance from your car to your seat is available at Elliott Hall of Music. Ask an usher for assistance. A patron desiring transfer seating or an extra-wide seat should request this when purchasing a ticket. Extra-wide seats are available in Zone A in Elliott Hall of Music. Please inform the box office of special seating needs when ordering.
Service animals are welcome. Special seating is required. When ordering, request an aisle seat and inform the box office that a service animal will be with you.
One sealed, disposable water bottle, 20 ounces in size or less is permitted to enter Elliott Hall of Music, Loeb Playhouse, and Fowler Hall. For the nearest water fountain, please ask an usher for assistance.