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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

Carry On: A Musical at the Vancouver Fringe

Described on Wednesday September 14, 2016 at 7:15 pm at the Firehall Arts Centre, 280 East Cordova Street, Vancouver | 604-762-5294
VocalEye's first described performance at the Vancouver Fringe Festival.

Beauty and the Beast

Described on Thursday August 11, 2016 at 8 pm at Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS), Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park, Vancouver | 604-734-1917
Disney's enchanting musical family favourite.

Vancouver Pride Parade 2016

Described on Sunday, July 31 at Noon - Free Public Event! Alexandra Park Access Area, 1755 Beach Avenue (near Bidwell), Vancouver
We are all Better Together!

The Merry Wives of Windsor

Described on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at 2 pm at Bard on the Beach, MainStage, 1695 Whyte Avenue, Vanier Park, Vancouver | 604-739-0559
Meet The Merry Wives of Windsor, Ontario!

Romeo and Juliet

Described on Sunday, July 17, 2016 at 2 pm at Bard on the Beach, MainStage, 1695 Whyte Avenue, Vanier Park, Vancouver | 604-739-0559
Shakespeare's timeless tale of star-crossed lovers.

Rock of Ages

Described on Tuesday July 5, 2016 at 7:30 PM at The Arts Club Granville Island, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
The totally rad musical tribute to the '80s.

Billy Elliot

Described on Sunday June 5, 2016 at 2 PM at The Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
The multi-award-winning musical about a coal miner's son who wants to become a ballet dancer.

SexyVoices – a Burlesque Theatre Cabaret

Described on Saturday May 14, 2016 at 8 PM at the Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
A sexy celebration of everyBODY through storytelling and burlesque.

Puttin’ on the Ritz

Described on Sunday May 1, 2016 at 2 PM at The Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Avenue in Victoria | 250-385-6815
If you're blue and you don't know where to go to, Why don't you go where fashion sits, Puttin' on the ritz.