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This performance is recommended for ages 14 and older.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Themes<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This play intentionally portrays Dr. King as an imperfect person,\u00a0instead of someone who never made mistakes. What value do you\u00a0see in acknowledging someone\u2019s faults rather than believing that they are (or were) perfect?<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Accessibility<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating, assistive listening, sensory ear plugs, ASL interpretation, open captioning, or audio description, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you!<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Transportation<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you do not have access to a ride, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days\u2019 notice to set up transportation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Childcare<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Childcare is available for this performance. 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