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VocalEye Events

Accessible Arts Adventures

VocalEye makes arts and cultural events more accessible for people who are blind and partially sighted, online and in-person.

In-Person events include live theatre performances and other cultural events in Vancouver, Surrey and Richmond. VocalEye’s access services are tailored to each event. Service details and ticketing information are provided in the event listings.

Online Zoom events include a variety of audio plays, virtual art tours, festival highlights, storytelling and more with host Amy Amantea and special guest artists. Almost Live Zoom events are free and everyone is welcome. One-time registration is required.

Professional Development (Pro D) events include a variety of workshops, training sessions, Describer Café conversations, presentations and learning opportunities for audio describers, access providers and users. These events may be offered in person or online.

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Past Events

Almost Live | Hedwig Highlights

Wednesday June 1, 2022 at 6:30 pm Pacific Time online Zoom
Descriptive highlights from the hilarious, heart-breaking and timelessly cool cult classic, "Hedwig and the Angry Inch".

VocalEye Pro D | Describer Café

Friday July 29, 2022 at 11 am Pacific Time online via Zoom | Free to register!
Monthly conversations around the art of audio description and arts access.
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Live at the Stanley | ‘Da Kink in My Hair

Sunday May 8 at 2 pm and Friday May 13, 2022 at 8 pm in-person at the Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver
Hairdresser Novelette brings forth the hopes, dreams and secrets of her clients by touching their hair.

Community Workshop | My Mother’s Story

4 Saturdays: May 7, 14, 28 and June 4, 2022 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Pacific Time online Zoom
Discover your mother, discover yourself in this free community workshop with Marilyn Norry.