Our audio described performances bring the magic of ballet to life for those with visual impairments.
While available at most theatres across our national tour, we're excited to announce that this year a selected number of theatres on our children’s ballets tour will have audio description available.
Thanks to the support of The Spectacle Maker’s Charity and The Powell Family Foundation audio description will be available for Hansel & Gretel in Leeds, London and Huddersfield, helping even more children experience the wonder and join in the fun. Audio description for children’s ballets was introduced at last year’s performances of Tortoise & the Hare at our own Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre in Leeds, and after its success, we’ve brought it back on a larger scale.
Written by former Northern Ballet Premier Dancer Pippa Moore MBE, audience members will hear descriptions of the mesmerising movement, captivating characters and heart-warming story alongside the production’s sprightly live music. Children and their adults are also encouraged to participate in a free Touch Tour Insight Workshop taking place before the performance. In these workshops, children will be introduced to the production, hear descriptions of the scenery and be able to touch costumes and props – helping them to gain a better understanding of the show before the performance.
Hansel & Gretel
In this reimagined version of Hansel & Gretel, the siblings take a walk through the woods, unaware of the damage they leave behind. But when they get lost, they meet a host of spirited friends who teach them how we can all look after the planet better - and have some fun along the way!
Listen to the Story
Audio Described Performances
Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre
Friday 21 and Saturday 22 February 2pm
To book tickets or for further information, please call the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre’s Box Office on 0113 220 8008.
Lawrence Batley Theatre
Saturday 17 May 12noon
To book tickets or for further information, please call the Lawrence Batley Theatre’s Box Office on 01484 430 528.
Linbury Theatre London, Hansel & Gretel
Thursday 29 May 12noon, 2pm and 4pm
To book tickets or for further information, please call the Linbury Theatre’s Box Office on 020 7304 4000.
The Spectacle Makers’ Charity is a grant giving organisation supporting better vision for all. It aims to improve the lives of people with vision impairment and support those who treat eye health.
Our mission is to support vision impaired children, young people and adults aged 25 and under, to improve their emotional and physical well-being, increase their knowledge and skills, and support their independence through the provision of grants to individuals and charitable organisations.
Header image by Sophie Beth Jones, Hansel & Gretel illustration by Emily Nuttall.
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