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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

Shakespeare in Love

Described on Sunday August 11, 2019 at 2 pm at Bard on the Beach, BMO MainStage, 1695 Whyte Avenue, Vanier Park, Vancouver | 604-739-0559
Making Shakespeare more accessible in Vanier Park.

The Taming of the Shrew

Described on Saturday August 10, 2019 at 7:30 pm at Bard on the Beach, BMO MainStage, 1695 Whyte Avenue, Vanier Park, Vancouver | 604-739-0559
A rootin' tootin' wild wild-west battle of the sexes.

Vancouver Pride Parade 2019

Described on Sunday August 4, 2019 from Noon to 3 pm | Free Event Beach Avenue Accessible Seating | 604-364-5949
Get your rainbows on and celebrate 41 years of Vancouver Pride!

Disney’s Newsies

Described on Friday July 26, 2019 at 8 pm at Theatre Under the Stars, 610 Pipeline Rd, Stanley Park | 604-734-1917
They delivered the papers until they made the headlines!

Described Tour | The Street

Saturday July 6, 2019 at 10:30 am at the Vancouver Art Gallery, 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver
Making visual art more accessible for visitors who are blind and partially sighted.

Mom’s the Word: Nest 1/2 Empty

Described on Friday July 5, 2019 at 8 pm at the Arts Club Granville Island, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver | 604-687-1644
Vancouver's funniest moms are back with a new generation of laughs.