CAPTIONED PERFORMANCES FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED
Captions are similar to television subtitles. The actors’ words appear on display units, placed on either side of the stage, at the same time as they are spoken or sung. Speaker names, sound effects and offstage noises are also shown as text. Audience members for captioned performances can sit where they prefer, however centre/side Circle or centre/side Stalls are recommended.
New research shows that there are now 18 million people in the UK who are deaf, deafened or hard of hearing, that's 1 in 3 of us!
Under 25s often use subtitles at home – it’s now a way of life:
A 2023 YouGov poll showed that more than a quarter of Brits watch TV and movies with subtitles on – and the number is increasing.
A whopping 61% of 18-24-year-olds prefer to read while they watch – that’s two thirds of young people who watch telly and movies with subtitles!
Other beneficial points is that captions are also helpful for audiences who are neurodivergent, have ADHD as it helps them to concentrate, English as their second language, and students who are studying drama, theatre or English literature.
Captioning services are available for the following performances:
Splat on Saturday 24th May at 11.30am and 2pm (Irving Studio)
Splat is not captioned but the show features no language and is accessible for deaf audiences.
North by Northwest on Thursday 5th June 7:30pm
A Small Enclosed Room on Thursday 10th July at 7.45pm (Irving Studio)
Hearing Enhancement
We have an Auracast 'Auri' Assisted Listening System. Using the device and a pair of headphones or your own compatible device, you can boost the volume of the performance or listen to a performance's Audio Description (subject to availability - click for details). Ask our usher at the kiosk next to the lift on the Stalls (Ground Floor) for your Auri device.
Top tips for enhancing your visit if you are hard of hearing:
You can sit anywhere whilst using our Auri devices.
The kiosk Usher can run your through how to use the device.
If using Bluetooth to connect to your own hearing aid, please make sure your hearing aid is fully charged.
If you have any queries, please feel free to contact us (or your audiologist) in advance of your visit, or talk to an usher on the day. For more information email sally-ann.rhodes@everymantheatre.org.uk