As performers, our eyes are our lifeline on stage, in rehearsal, and behind the scenes. Whether you’re reading sheet music, following choreography, or managing stage cues, around 80% of the information reaching your brain is visual. That makes eye health absolutely essential—not just for performance, but for your independence and confidence as an artist.
Drawing from our specialist workshops, here are practical, evidence-based tips to help you keep your vision in top shape:
1. Build a Performer’s Eye Health Routine
2. Eat for Your Eyes: Nutrition Essentials
Your eyes work hard—fuel them with the right foods:
3. Don’t Skip Your Eye Tests
4. Rest and Recovery: The 20-20-20 Rule
Long rehearsals and screen-heavy work can tire your eyes. Try:
5. Maintain a Healthy Environment
6. Dry Eye Awareness
Performers are especially prone to dry eye—stage lights, air conditioning, and intense concentration all contribute. Signs include gritty, itchy, or watery eyes. Simple steps help:
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