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Hello! I am wondering if anyone has ever had the opportunity to make a school stage more safe by putting some kind of tactile border near the edge of the stage. I wanted to put truncated domes on the stage edge and before the stairs, but everything I have searched either comes up as wet cement installation or 2'x4' warning pads, like at the crosswalks. Does anyone have any other brainstorm ideas, or something that they have used in a situation similar to this? Any links to an adhesive truncated dome - that can be installed onto a wooden stage - not concrete?
Another question along the same line - I want to have a seperate, different texture area put on the stage floor to make students aware that this line is where the curtain closes, so they should stand behind that line before the curtains close at the end of a scene.?
Any ideas are very welcome and I thank you for your time!
Suzanne
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Oh, Suzann, I applaud your initiative and hope that you find the materials you need.
I’m only reaching out to share the gratifying experience I had working with Stanley Robert Morgan, the actor who played the part of the blind drug-dealing bar-owner / friend of Omar in “The Wire“ as his O&M instructor shortly after he lost his vision. ?He was returning to acting, and needed tactile markings on the stage so that he could know where to stand and which way to face. We came up with silly things like little boards, but I like where you’re going, with materials that would not be a tripping hazard.
Years later, he did fall off the stage, by the way, backing up to the edge of the stage (I didn’t realize stages have a back that you can fall off of!).
I like where you’re going with the materials. ?if you want sources of material that might be more appropriate (flatter, and not made of concrete!) I can ask the environmental access committee members, they have sources of that kind of material. — Dona ————————— Dona Sauerburger, COMS Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist for the blind www.sauerburger.org
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On Mar 18, 2025, at 12:54?PM, Suzanne K-F via groups.io <smk0005@...> wrote:
? Hello! I am wondering if anyone has ever had the opportunity to make a school stage more safe by putting some kind of tactile border near the edge of the stage. I wanted to put truncated domes on the stage edge and before the stairs, but everything I have searched either comes up as wet cement installation or 2'x4' warning pads, like at the crosswalks. Does anyone have any other brainstorm ideas, or something that they have used in a situation similar to this? Any links to an adhesive truncated dome - that can be installed onto a wooden stage - not concrete?
Another question along the same line - I want to have a seperate, different texture area put on the stage floor to make students aware that this line is where the curtain closes, so they should stand behind that line before the curtains close at the end of a scene.?
Any ideas are very welcome and I thank you for your time!
Suzanne
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Hello Suzanne,
Last summer the group I was working with used cords taped securely to the floor to provide boundaries and places to stand on the stage. I’m sure thick rope under the tape could work also. ?Lots of practice on stage to gain mental map and spatial awareness. No accidents were reported and the talent show went beautifully!?
I know they’ve done this at a dining in the dark event to assist with orientation in open spaces while carrying trays of food.?
And I believe they use this kind of idea for goal ball markings on the floors also.?
Different texture rug/rubber mat could work also, as long as it doesn’t have turn up edges to cause tripping hazard.?
Hope these are helpful! Good luck.?
开云体育 Together, Angela Tabb, COMS? Sensory Travel, LLC Orientation & Mobility Services? Angela@...
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On Mar 18, 2025, at 12:25?PM, Dona Sauerburger via groups.io <dona@...> wrote:
? Oh, Suzann, I applaud your initiative and hope that you find the materials you need.
I’m only reaching out to share the gratifying experience I had working with Stanley Robert Morgan, the actor who played the part of the blind drug-dealing bar-owner / friend of Omar in “The Wire“ as his O&M instructor shortly after he lost his vision. ?He was returning to acting, and needed tactile markings on the stage so that he could know where to stand and which way to face. We came up with silly things like little boards, but I like where you’re going, with materials that would not be a tripping hazard.
Years later, he did fall off the stage, by the way, backing up to the edge of the stage (I didn’t realize stages have a back that you can fall off of!).
I like where you’re going with the materials. ?if you want sources of material that might be more appropriate (flatter, and not made of concrete!) I can ask the environmental access committee members, they have sources of that kind of material. — Dona ————————— Dona Sauerburger, COMS Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist for the blind www.sauerburger.org On Mar 18, 2025, at 12:54?PM, Suzanne K-F via groups.io <smk0005@...> wrote:
? Hello! I am wondering if anyone has ever had the opportunity to make a school stage more safe by putting some kind of tactile border near the edge of the stage. I wanted to put truncated domes on the stage edge and before the stairs, but everything I have searched either comes up as wet cement installation or 2'x4' warning pads, like at the crosswalks. Does anyone have any other brainstorm ideas, or something that they have used in a situation similar to this? Any links to an adhesive truncated dome - that can be installed onto a wooden stage - not concrete?
Another question along the same line - I want to have a seperate, different texture area put on the stage floor to make students aware that this line is where the curtain closes, so they should stand behind that line before the curtains close at the end of a scene.?
Any ideas are very welcome and I thank you for your time!
Suzanne
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Hi Suzanne,
I have gone down a similar search and found a few options outside the US described as podotactile indoor strip. I didn’t purchase any. I am also a fan of taping over a cord/rope as temporary approach. I haven't used this, but perhaps 2-3 rows of transition tape could be put down at an appropriate distance from the edge? And a high contrast color, if needed.?
Looking forward to hearing your solution!?
Best, Addie Yake M.S. Ed, COMS, GDMI
On Tue, Mar 18, 2025 at 10:59?AM Angela Tabb via <angela.tabb= [email protected]> wrote: Hello Suzanne,
Last summer the group I was working with used cords taped securely to the floor to provide boundaries and places to stand on the stage. I’m sure thick rope under the tape could work also.? Lots of practice on stage to gain mental map and spatial awareness. No accidents were reported and the talent show went beautifully!?
I know they’ve done this at a dining in the dark event to assist with orientation in open spaces while carrying trays of food.?
And I believe they use this kind of idea for goal ball markings on the floors also.?
Different texture rug/rubber mat could work also, as long as it doesn’t have turn up edges to cause tripping hazard.?
Hope these are helpful! Good luck.?
开云体育 Together, Angela Tabb, COMS? Sensory Travel, LLC Orientation & Mobility Services?
Make it a beautiful day! ? ?Oh, Suzann, I applaud your initiative and hope that you find the materials you need.
I’m only reaching out to share the gratifying experience I had working with Stanley Robert Morgan, the actor who played the part of the blind drug-dealing bar-owner / friend of Omar in “The Wire“ as his O&M instructor shortly after he lost his vision.? He was returning to acting, and needed tactile markings on the stage so that he could know where to stand and which way to face. We came up with silly things like little boards, but I like where you’re going, with materials that would not be a tripping hazard.
Years later, he did fall off the stage, by the way, backing up to the edge of the stage (I didn’t realize stages have a back that you can fall off of!).
I like where you’re going with the materials. ?if you want sources of material that might be more appropriate (flatter, and not made of concrete!) I can ask the environmental access committee members, they have sources of that kind of material. — Dona ————————— Dona Sauerburger, COMS Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist for the blind
? Hello! I am wondering if anyone has ever had the opportunity to make a school stage more safe by putting some kind of tactile border near the edge of the stage. I wanted to put truncated domes on the stage edge and before the stairs, but everything I have searched either comes up as wet cement installation or 2'x4' warning pads, like at the crosswalks. Does anyone have any other brainstorm ideas, or something that they have used in a situation similar to this? Any links to an adhesive truncated dome - that can be installed onto a wooden stage - not concrete?
Another question along the same line - I want to have a seperate, different texture area put on the stage floor to make students aware that this line is where the curtain closes, so they should stand behind that line before the curtains close at the end of a scene.?
Any ideas are very welcome and I thank you for your time!
Suzanne
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Hi Suzanne,
For somewhat temporary installation (e.g. for specific rehearsals and performances) some have taken cordage/rope and put tape over the top. This allows there to be a tactile indicator of where to stand for various performers. I am sure you could do the same for the curtain as well as the front of the stage.
You could consider peel and stick adhesive carpet squares from Home Depot, Lowes, etc. They come in 12 inch squares but you can cut them to the size needed. Anything that is significantly that the floor covering of the stage at the edge should give a good tactile clue.?
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On Mar 18, 2025, at 10:54?AM, Suzanne K-F via groups.io <smk0005@...> wrote:
Hello! I am wondering if anyone has ever had the opportunity to make a school stage more safe by putting some kind of tactile border near the edge of the stage. I wanted to put truncated domes on the stage edge and before the stairs, but everything I have searched either comes up as wet cement installation or 2'x4' warning pads, like at the crosswalks. Does anyone have any other brainstorm ideas, or something that they have used in a situation similar to this? Any links to an adhesive truncated dome - that can be installed onto a wooden stage - not concrete?
Another question along the same line - I want to have a seperate, different texture area put on the stage floor to make students aware that this line is where the curtain closes, so they should stand behind that line before the curtains close at the end of a scene.?
Any ideas are very welcome and I thank you for your time!
Suzanne
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The taped cord is a great idea! Thanks for your suggestion!
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I love the transition tape idea! I also am going to show the person funding my project the podotactile options as well. Thanks for your help!
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Thanks for the floor tile idea! That's an economical option.
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Thanks for your input, Dona!
I definitely do not want my students falling off of the stage, as your friend did! I got some really great ideas from this thread, so thanks so much to everyone who had input fo me!
Suzanne
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Maybe some tactile tape? I have no idea of the cost, but Amazon uses something similar to this:? ?to make routes for their visually impaired associates through the warehouses. I hope you find what you’re looking for!?
Hello! I am wondering if anyone has ever had the opportunity to make a school stage more safe by putting some kind of tactile border near the edge of the stage. I wanted to put truncated domes on the stage edge and before the stairs, but everything I have searched either comes up as wet cement installation or 2'x4' warning pads, like at the crosswalks. Does anyone have any other brainstorm ideas, or something that they have used in a situation similar to this? Any links to an adhesive truncated dome - that can be installed onto a wooden stage - not concrete?
Another question along the same line - I want to have a seperate, different texture area put on the stage floor to make students aware that this line is where the curtain closes, so they should stand behind that line before the curtains close at the end of a scene.?
Any ideas are very welcome and I thank you for your time!
Suzanne
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