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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

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.

Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley | Arts Club GI

Described on Tuesday Dec 24, 2019 at 6 pm + Friday Jan 3, 2020 at 8 pm at the Arts Club Granville Island, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
A festive follow up to Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice".

East Van Panto: Pinocchio | The York

Described on Saturday Dec 14, 2019 at 2 pm at The York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive, Vancouver | 604-251-1363
Pinocchio comes to Commercial Drive!

Peter Pan | Carousel Theatre

Described on Saturday Dec 7, 2019 at 3 pm at The Waterfront Theatre, 1412 Cartwright Street, Vancouver | 604-685-6217
A swashbuckling adventure fantasy for kids of all ages.

The Sound of Music | Arts Club Stanley

Described on Sunday Dec 1, 2019 at 2 pm + Friday Dec 6 at 8 pm at the Arts Club Stanley, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
A family favourite musical masterpiece.

Secret/e | Intrepid Theatre

Described on Saturday Nov 30, 2019 at 2 pm at Intrepid Theatre Club, 2-1609 Blanchard St, Victoria | 250-383-2663
Billi is the victim of an assault. How come she's under investigation?