FilmScene is committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and accessible space for all. All of our theaters are accessible by either ramps or elevators. All are also equipped with assistive listening headphones, closed captioning receivers, and closed captioning glasses.
Icons on each film's page will indicate what assistive features are available. Our box office staff can instruct guests on how to use the devices. Both locations are staffed one hour prior to the first showtime of the day. Should you need additional assistance over the phone, please call (319) 358-2555 or email us at boxoffice@icfilmscene.org.
When available, we are happy to offer Open Captions screenings for select new releases, including at least one Open Caption screening every Sunday afternoon and all shows for FilmScene in the Park. Open Captions are a text display of the words, sounds, and speakers' names in a movie, visible on the screen for everyone to see.
Visit our Open Captions page for a list of upcoming Open Captions showtimes.
During select features, Closed Captions can be displayed via a receiver placed in your cup holder. Simply push the base down into the cup holder and adjust the display into your field of vision. The text displays as white and will not appear until the film begins.
Look for the Closed Caption icon on film pages to see which films have this option available.
Using an Assisted Listening device, audience members can experience visually descriptive narration that describes what is happening on screen, including physical actions, facial expressions, costumes, settings, and scene changes. Through headphones or another device, this audio is balanced with the film's audio so both are heard clearly.
Look for the Audio Description icon on film pages to see which films have this option available.
Using a small receiver that can be obtained at the box office, the audio track of any film can be broadcast into a set of headphones or your personal device. Some films offer a specific track for this service, but our audio system will create a track for all films. These devices also come with an induction loop for hearing aids.
Assisted Listening is available for all films.
All of our theaters in both the Chauncey and Ped Mall locations have accessible seating for patrons using wheelchairs. Chauncey Theater 1 & 2 have designated reserved seats, paired with companion seating in the front and rear of the theaters. The Ped Mall Scene 1 has designated reserved seats, paired with companion seating in the center of the theater. Chauncey Theater 3 and The Ped Mall Screening Room have moveable seats and the ability to accommodate wheelchairs in multiple locations.
The Ped Mall is on one level. Front doors can be opened with automated door openers, restroom doors cannot. Lobby and theaters have clearance for wheelchairs to navigate and concessions counters at ADA height.
The Chauncey is on two levels. Elevators are available on the north and south of the building to move between floors. Front doors can be opened with automated door openers, restroom and theater doors cannot. Lobby and theaters have clearance for wheelchairs to navigate and concessions counters at ADA height.
Tickets may be purchased via our website, in person or at our 24-hour kiosk located at the Chauncey box office. Both locations are staffed one hour prior to the first showtime of the day.
Chauncey Location (404 E. College Street): This location is attached to the Chauncey Swan parking garage which has designated accessible parking spaces and offers easy access to our theaters. The second floor of the Chauncey is accessible through the ramp on floor 3 of the parking garage. We also have a drop off area under the awning at the front of our building for easy access.
Ped Mall Location (118 E. College Street): This location is within a one block radius of two parking garages– the Old Capitol Mall parking ramp and the Graduate Hotel parking ramp. These ramps both have designated accessible parking spaces available on the first floor.
For more information or for additional assistance, please call 319-358-2555.
