Gateway is my go-to theater as a student at Ohio State. I have been to multiple showings and always have a good time. In this post, I would like to spend time addressing the theaters accessibility and room for improvement. For accessible parking, there is a parking garage next to Gateway located 3 minutes away which makes accessing the building convenient for everyone. Gateway also has accommodations such as closed captioning and assistive listening systems available. However, one thing that I have noticed is that the theater is particularly loud. Though this is expected at a theater, it seems louder than the others I have been to. You can hear the other screening rooms next to yours at times. When you enter the gateway, there are two sets of doors. On the left side, there is a power-assisted door. When you first enter, there are large steps as well as escalators. The elevator is a bit hidden since it is not in view. It is located on your left side as you enter. Staff is very accommodating as I have overheard conversations among staff and guests concerning the assistive listening systems when I come to the theater. Once you are in the theater, there are big number signs that are well lit to indicate your screening room. The screening room door handles are considerably long, which makes opening the door accessible for persons who use wheelchairs. Though, the doors are heavier and are not power assisted. When you enter the screening room, it is very dark. In some screening rooms, you have to turn to the right or left after you enter, which could be difficult for those with visual impairments as it is not lit enough to clearly see the black wall before you turn into the room. In the screening room there is an area in the front row for those who use wheel chairs with two theater seats on both sides of the row. However this is not perfect, Gateway still acknowledges the need for wheelchair access and having additionally seating to support integration. There are steps on both sides of the seating area that are lit by the steps. Though, the theater’s lighting is still pretty dark before the movie starts, which could make it difficult for those with visual impairments who may need more light to see clearly. The steps also have a platform/landing area that could be misleading for persons with a visual impairment. Overall, Gateway is a great choice to view a movie of your choice! There is always room for improvement when it comes to making our world more accessible for everyone.