Culture is for everyone
Culture is for everyone. Period. At Natlab, we believe that art and culture bring people together, spark curiosity and inspire. That’s why we want everyone, regardless of budget, mobility or other barriers, to feel welcome and enjoy everything we have to offer without worry.
Accessibility also means having space to simply be. To drop in, meet someone or linger without a particular plan. You’re welcome even if you’re not coming for a film or performance. A place beyond home, work or school where you can pull up a chair, discover new ideas and join in.
Together with partners including the municipality of Eindhoven, the library and Springplank, we’re exploring how to strengthen Natlab’s role as an accessible meeting place. We keep working to lower barriers so that more people can enjoy art, culture and connection. And we’d love to hear your thoughts along the way.
Have any ideas or suggestions? Let us know at info@natlab.nl.
With a small budget
At Natlab, we believe that art and culture should be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial situation. That’s why we collaborate with various organizations to ensure that people with a limited budget can still enjoy films and performances.
Thanks to Stichting Cultuur Inclusief, Stichting Humanitas, Stichting Quiet040, and Mama’s Glimlach Fonds, there are different programs that offer free access to Natlab.
Would you like to know if you qualify for one of these programs? Get in touch with the relevant organization to explore the possibilities.
No barriers
Our building is fully wheelchair accessible. From the entrance to the theaters and the bar, everything is designed to ensure you can move around freely.
Our theaters have designated wheelchair spaces, there is an elevator to all floors, and we provide a spacious, accessible restroom. The hallways are wide and free of thresholds, making every part of Natlab easy to reach.
Do you have specific needs or require additional support? Let us know in advance through info@natlab.nl, and we’ll do our best to make your visit as comfortable as possible.
Guide Dogs
Do you have a guide dog? At Natlab, they are always welcome. Dogs that are trained to provide assistance are allowed in all our spaces and at all screenings and performances.
Earcatch & Subcatch
Everyone should be able to enjoy a trip to the cinema, including people with sight or hearing loss. For selected films, you can use Earcatch or Subcatch on your own smartphone or tablet.
For blind and partially sighted visitors
The free Earcatch app lets you listen to audio description through your own headphones or earbuds. Between the dialogue, a voice describes what is happening on screen, including facial expressions, actions and surroundings.
For deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors
With Subcatch, you can follow accessible subtitles on your own smartphone or tablet. Alongside the dialogue, these include descriptions of important sounds and music.
Working Together for a More Accessible Natlab
We are always looking for ways to break down barriers, make our venue more inclusive, and expand access to our programming.
We welcome suggestions and improvements regarding accessibility and are eager to collaborate with organizations dedicated to inclusion. Whether it’s physical adaptations, special screenings, or new initiatives to reach a broader audience, we are open to ideas and partnerships.
Do you have suggestions, or would you like to discuss how we can work together to make art and culture more accessible? Get in touch with us, we’d love to connect.
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