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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

best and most beautiful things (described film)

Described screening on Wednesday February 15, 2017 at 7:30 pm at The Cinematheque, 1131 Howe Street, Vancouver | 604-688-8202
This documentary follows a young blind woman's unconventional quest for independence.

Gracie

Described on Sunday February 12, 2017 at 2 pm at the Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Avenue in Victoria | 250-385-6815
A moving portrait of a moral quandary.

The (Post) Mistress

Described on Monday January 30, 2017 at 7:30 pm at the Kay Meek Centre, 1700 Mathers Avenue, West Vancouver | 604-981-6335
This small-town cabaret delivers its sealed secrets in West Vancouver.

Concord Floral

Described on Sunday January 29, 2017 at 2 pm at the Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver | 604-605-8284 x204
This spine-tingling teen thriller is part of the PuSh Festival.

This Little Light

Described on Sunday December 18, 2016 at 2 pm at the Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Avenue in Victoria | 250-385-6815
A sweet, homegrown, holiday musical.

Mary Poppins: the Broadway Musical

Described on Sunday December 18, 2016 at 2 pm at the Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
A positively perfect holiday treat for the whole family.

The Music Man

Described on Thursday, Dec 15 and Friday Dec 16, 2016 at 8 pm at the Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond | 604-270-1812
A classic American musical suitable for the whole family.

Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol

Described on Sunday, December 11, 2016 at 1 pm at the Jericho Arts Centre, 1675 Discovery Street, Vancouver | 604-224-8007 ext 3
A new twist on a holiday classic.

Avenue Q

Described on Tuesday December 6, 2016 at 7:30 pm at the Arts Club Granville Island, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
Our all-time favourite puppet musical for adults.

Creeps

Described on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 2 pm at the Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 1895 Venables Street, Vancouver | 604-251-1363
A savagely funny and courageously honest look inside a "sheltered workshop" for people with cerebral palsy.