Based in Vancouver, VocalEye is the first dedicated live description service for blind and partially sighted people in Canada. Its mission is to provide greater access to theatre, arts and cultural events for people of all ages who are blind and partially sighted. As well as describing in-person cultural events in the Vancouver area, Vocal Eye also provides online accessible arts events via Zoom, attracting attendees from across the lower mainland and beyond.

VocalEye’s ‘Almost Live’ Zoom events will introduce you to a variety of audio plays, virtual art tours, festival highlights, music, dance, documentary film, storytelling and more with host Amy Amantea and special guest artists.

Almost Live Episode #175: LADIES & GENTLEMEN, MR. LEONARD COHEN (directed by Donald Britton & Dan Owen, 1965, 44 min)

This informal black-and-white portrait of Leonard Cohen shows him at age 30 on a visit to his hometown of Montreal, where the poet, novelist and songwriter comes “to renew his neurotic affiliations.” He reads his poetry to an enthusiastic crowd, strolls the streets of the city, relaxes in his three-dollar-a-night hotel room and even takes a bath.

The VocalEye virtual lobby opens at 6:30 pm Pacific Time for socializing. The host’s official welcome and pre-show introduction begins at 6:45 pm. The feature presentation begins at 7 pm, followed by a Q and A and community conversation. 

Almost Live online Zoom events are designed for people who are blind and partially sighted, but everyone is welcome! Check your time zone with this handy Time Zone Converter

All events are free, but registration is required for first-time attendees. You can sign up for one event or the whole season free of charge at https://www.vocaleye.ca/almost-live-zoom-registration/

For more information, phone: 604-364-5949 or email info@vocaleye.ca