Brontë classic will be audio described at theatre

Jayne Eyre Ballet (audio described), New Theatre, Cardiff

AN audio described performance of a Brontë classic is coming to a stage in Cardiff

Mostly programmed for plays, musicals, and pantomimes, it is rare to find an audio-described performance for ballet or dance – until now.

A Jane Eyre ballet, especially for visually-impaired audiences, is coming to New Theatre on Saturday, April 28, at 2.30pm.

Northern Ballet has worked with the National Audio Dexcription agency VocalEyes to create the audio described performance, where the dancing is brought to life with a live description that details the movement, action and drama on stage as it happens, delivered by the New Theatre’s class-leading Seinhessier wi-fi, enabling audience members to either use their own smartphone to listen to the audio description, or borrow a headset from the theatre.

Visually-impaired patrons and companions can also sign up for a free Touch Tour which takes place at the New Theatre from noon. The Touch Tour gives a more detailed introduction to Northern Ballet and to Jane Eyre, and an

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understanding of what will be heard during the audio described performance.

Stephan Stockton, of the New Theatre, said: “Patrons can expect a much more detailed description for Jane Eyre than is usual for a play.

“Because a ballet has no spoken dialogue, the describer needs to provide all the detail to convey the on-stage action alongside the music, performed live for us by Northern Ballet’s Sinfonia”. ■ For full details and to book tickets, please visit newtheatrecardiff.co.uk or call the box office on 029 2087 8889.

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