Audio described performances include a live description of the visual elements of the production delivered through a headset. This information is minimal and carefully timed so that it does not detract from the music.

Selected performances are preceded by a touch tour. These give audiences the opportunity to touch instruments, costumes, set, or anything else that can provide additional context for the performance.

Audio Introduction

An introduction to the visual aspects of the production is sent to all bookers prior to the show as an MP3 or CD (please specify at the time of booking). This information is repeated through the headsets 15 minutes before the start of the performance.

The audio introductions for The Magic FluteA Midsummer Night’s Dream and Ruddigore now available. Large print transcripts are also available to download.

Discounts

Customers booking for the audio description may be eligible for discounts in some venues so please contact the box office in your chosen venue.  You can also then book on the touch tour and reserve a headset.

Large print and braille formats

Large print casts lists are also available on the night, and in braille on request in advance.

Upcoming audio described performances

Leeds Grand Theatre and Howard Assembly Room

Date Time Performance Book
Thursday 13 February 2025 7pm The Magic Flute Book Now

If you require any assistance with booking please email boxoffice@operanorth.co.uk or call 0113 2233600.

You can also join our access membership scheme.

Hull New Theatre

Date Time Performance Book
Saturday 29 March 2025 7pm The Magic Flute Book Now

If you require any assistance with booking please email box.office@hcandl.co.uk or call 01482 300 306.

Theatre Royal, Newcastle

If you require any assistance with booking please email boxoffice@theatreroyal.co.uk (Box Office) / access@theatreroyal.co.uk (Access) or call 0191 232 70 10 (Box Office).

You can also join their access membership scheme.

Theatre Royal, Nottingham

Tickets are £25 in the stalls plus free companion ticket.If you require any assistance with booking please email tickets@TRCH.co.uk (Box Office) / trch.access@nottinghamcity.gov.uk (Access & for Access Requirement Register) or call 0115 989 5555 (Box Office & Access).

You can also join their access requirement register.

The Lowry, Salford Quays

Tickets are £15 in the stalls plus free companion ticket. If you require any assistance with booking please email access@thelowry.com (Access) / info@thelowry.com (Box Office) or call 0333 320 2838 (Access) / 0343 208 6000 (Box Office).

You can also join their access register.

Get in touch

For more information about our accessible performances please contact:
Email: access@operanorth.co.uk
Phone: 0113 233 3600

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