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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

Disgraced

Described on Sunday Oct 11 at 2 PM and Friday Oct 16, 2015 at 8 PM at The Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
A shattering cultural collision.

speed-the-plow

Described on Sunday October 4, 2015 at 2 PM at The Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Avenue, Victoria | 250-385-6815
Greed. Lust. Fear. Movies.

Tales from the Blind Side, 3rd edition

Saturday September 26, 2015 at 6 PM Moose's Down Under Bar and Grill
830 West Pender Street (downstairs)
Vancouver
VocalEye's annual storytelling fundraiser features true tales told by members of the blind and low vision community

Hairspray

Saturday August 15, 2015 at 8 PM Malkin Bowl outdoor stage, Stanley Park
The ultimate big hair, big heart, big fat Broadway musical at Theatre Under the Stars.

2015 Vancouver Pride Parade

Sunday August 2, 2015 at Noon - Free Public Event Alexandra Park Access Area, 1755 Beach Avenue near Bidwell
One of the most beautiful, diverse and successful LGBTTQ celebrations in the world.

Les Misérables

Sunday July 26, 2015 at 2 PM Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville Street. 604-687-1644
Come hear the people sing in this epic saga of love and redemption.

100th Show Celebration

Sunday July 26, 2015 at 5:30 PM Joey on Broadway, 1424 W Broadway
Join us in celebrating our 100th described performance!

GODSPELL

Tuesday July 7, 2015 at 7:30 PM Arts Club Granville Island, 1585 Johnston St. 604-687-1644
The exhilarating musical by the award-winning composer of Wicked.

the lion king

Sunday June 28, 2015 at 6:30 PM Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 630 Hamilton Street at Georgia
Breathtaking puppetry brings the African Pridelands to life in Broadway's landmark musical event.

IN THE HEIGHTS

Sunday May 24, 2015 at 2 PM Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville St. 604-687-1644
This electrifying Tony Award–winning musical tells the universal story of finding one’s place in life.