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title: What is an Audio Described performance?
description: Audio description is a (live) verbal commentary that describes what is happening during the parts of a performance where there is no dialogue.
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# What is an Audio Described performance?

## An Audio described performance offers vison impaired customer’s the opportunity to experience a performance through live verbal commentary.

**Audio Description** is broadcast to a headset or mobile device using either infrared, radio, or WiFi.

The description does not interfere with the performance but fills in the gaps, describing facial expressions, costume, scenery, and action sequences so that anyone requiring the service can follow the plot fully and independently.

**Audio Described** performances are often accompanied by a **touch tour**. This usually takes place prior to the show and gives customers a chance to explore the set, costumes and sometimes, meet some of the actors.

If you would like more information about **Audio Described** performances and accessibility, please [contact us](https://help.trafalgartickets.com/knowledge/contacting-us?hsLang=en)online or by phone.

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