Following its experience in the Inclusive Theaters accessibility network, São Luiz is now part of a new network in the same line of work: inclusion and accessibility in artistic practices.

WWM – We Want More is a European network that promotes collaboration between artists, professionals and cultural organizations aimed at diversity, inclusion and innovation in the performing arts. It envisages the development of new production models and the strengthening of international partnerships; it is committed to promoting opportunities for artists in order to ensure greater representation on the cultural scene. As one of the primary objectives in the work to be developed, the network facilitates artistic mobility; it offers training and the sharing of good practices, contributing to the construction of a more accessible and interconnected cultural scene.

A vehicle for promoting accessibility networks and good practices, the WANT – We All Need Theatre platform aims to create links and contacts in the theater sector, through collaboration between professionals, organizations and different audiences; highlight the importance of theater as an essential tool for social, cultural and educational development; encourage active participation and public engagement in innovative and inclusive cultural projects, with a view to accessible, diverse and impactful theater, capable of generating reflection, empathy and transformation in society.

In this context, a MANIFESTO was created, which can be seen as a way of communicating the mission of democratizing access to theater, promoting inclusion, accessibility and innovation in the performing arts.

1. Theatre has no barriers – all audiences have the legal right to access the venue and the content of a performance. To secure this right public funding is essential for theatre productions.

2. Every professional, performer and technical staff, participating in a performance has the right to access the venue, front and backstage.

3. Integration practices and access services should be planned and implemented from the start of a production and through all its stages.

4. Wheelchair accessibility with provision of companion seating, entrances, exits, aisles, restrooms should be accessible. Stage and Backstage restrooms, changing rooms should be accessible for wheelchair users.

5. Sign Language interpreting should be available and an integral aesthetic element of the performance. And addicional or complementary measures and resources for deaf people or those with autism spectrum disorder

6. Surtitling services provided through open or closed captioning devices.

7. Audio Description for visually impaired audiences. The tactile tour always precedes the Audio Description.

8. Service animals allowed with appropriate seating space.

9. Sensory-friendly performances for neuro-divergent audiences, with light and sound adjustments, and relaxed movement rules.

10. Accessible Ticketing, Reservations, clear signage and staff assistance. Theatres should have special emergency procedures for disabled patrons and staff should be trained. Also ticket sales websites should be accessible according to regulations