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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

The Boy in the Moon | POSTPONED

Live Description Apr 11, 2020 cancelled. New date TBA at The Cultch Historic, 1895 Venables Street, Vancouver | 604-251-1363
The sort of boy no one person can manage alone.

Kim’s Convenience | Surrey Arts Centre

Described on Saturday Feb 29, 2020 at 4 pm at the Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 88 Avenue, Surrey | 604-501-5566
The original corner store comedy that inspired the hit TV series.

Cipher | Arts Club GI

Described on Tuesday Feb 25, 2020 at 7:30 pm + Friday Mar 6 at 8 pm at the Arts Club Granville Island, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
Everything leaves a trace if you know how to look for it.

The Ministry of Grace | Belfry Theatre

Described on Sunday Feb 23, 2020 at 2 pm at the Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Avenue, Victoria | 250-385-6815
A grand, sweeping story of friendship and redemption.

Noises Off | Arts Club Stanley

Described on Sunday Feb 16, 2020 at 2 pm + Friday Feb 21 at 8 pm at the Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
A side-splitting backstage farce.

Skyborn | The Cultch

Described on Saturday Feb 1, 2020 at 2 pm at The Cultch, 1895 Venables St, Vancouver | 604-251-1363
A land reclamation odyssey.

Frontera | PuSh Festival

Described on Thursday Jan 30, 2020 at 8 pm at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 630 Hamilton Street, Vancouver |
Pushing the boundaries of dance.

The Shoplifters | Surrey Arts Centre

Described on Saturday Jan 25, 2020 at 4 pm at the Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 88 Avenue, Surrey | 604-501-5566
Comic mishaps for society's haves and have-nots.