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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

Bittergirl

Described on Tuesday July 4, 2017 at 7:30 pm at the Arts Club Granville Island, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
The hilarious Arts Club musical about getting over getting dumped.

Million Dollar Quartet

Described on Sunday June 4, 2017 at 2 pm at the Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
Four rock legends, one unbelievable jam session.

Last Train In

Described on Saturday June 3, 2017 at 6:30 pm at The Cultch Lab, 1895 Venables St, Vancouver | 604-251-1363
What it really means to be stuck somewhere, and how long it takes to get out.

DO MAKE SHOW

Described on Friday June 2, 2017 at 8 pm at the Roundhouse, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
New works from All Bodies Dance. Making dance accessible to every body.

Comedy on Wheels

Described on May 18, 19 and 20, 2017 at 8 pm at Performance Works, 1218 Cartwright Street (on Granville Island), Vancouver
A Realwheels comedy showcase featuring members of the disability community.

Alice Munro Stories

Described on Sunday May 7, 2017 at 2 pm at the Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Avenue in Victoria | 250-385-6815
The sublime words and blessed humanity of Alice Munro come to life.

Mom’s the Word 3: Nest Half Empty

Described on Tuesday April 25, 2017 at 7:30 pm at the Arts Club Granville Island, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
A new generation of laughs.

The Men in White

Described on Tuesday February 28, 2017 at 7:30 pm at the Arts Club Granville Island, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
A tale of home, brotherhood and cricket.

The Audience

Described on Sunday February 19, 2017 at 2 pm at the Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
Private weekly meetings between the Queen and her Prime Ministers over six decades.