Empowering Performers, Educators, and Students with Life-Changing Vision Solutions
At Performing Arts Vision Care, we know that clear vision is essential for exceptional performance on stage, in the pit, or behind the scenes. That’s why our award-winning opticians—both performers themselves—have developed interactive workshops tailored specifically for the unique visual demands of the performing arts.
Why Vision Workshops Matter
Over 80% of the information your brain processes is visual. For musicians, actors, dancers, and technical staff, even minor vision issues can impact confidence, accuracy, and career longevity. Our workshops bridge the gap between standard eye care and the real-world needs of performers, helping you spot problems early and optimize your visual health for every rehearsal and performance.
What to Expect from Our Workshops
Our two-three hour, hands-on sessions are designed for:
- Professional and student performers (music, drama, dance)
- Performing arts educators and production staff
- Anyone seeking to safeguard and enhance their visual performance
Workshop Highlights
- Meet Your Facilitators: Learn from Sheryl (Dispensing Optician of the Year 2019, jazz musician) and Abi (Eye Care Awards 2024, actress/stage manager), both specialists in performer vision.
- The Performer’s Eye: Discover how lighting, contrast, and rapid focus changes affect your ability to read music, scripts, and cues.
- Common Age-Related & Youth Conditions: Understand presbyopia, cataracts, dry eyes, and rare conditions affecting younger performers.
- Specialist Solutions: Get introduced to advanced assessments like saccadic eye tracking, VR gaze analysis, and custom lenses/filters designed for the stage.
- Interactive Breakouts: Work in groups to identify your biggest visual challenges and discover practical solutions, guided by our experts.
- Protecting Your Vision: Take away actionable tips on early warning signs, lifestyle adjustments, and self-advocacy for better long-term eye health.
- Q&A: Get your questions answered in a supportive, stigma-free environment.
Who Are Our Workshops For?
- Musicians, singers, voice coaches, actors, dancers, choreographers.
- Wellness leads particularly within a music-focused institution, should ensure students are well-informed about all aspects of their wellbeing, including visual health. Our workshops provide the ideal support.
- Music and drama teachers, stage managers, lighting/sound/camera technicians.
- Anyone in the performing arts who relies on their vision to excel.
What Makes Us Different?
- Industry-Leading Expertise: Many performers and media professionals served
- Real-World Solutions: Workshops designed by performers, for performers
- State-of-the-Art Technology: From colorimetry to VR gaze analysis, we bring the latest innovations to every session
- Personalized Approach: We understand that every performer’s visual needs are unique
Book a Workshop or Enquire Today
Ready to bring our specialist vision care workshop to your institution, ensemble, or event?
Whether you’re looking to support your students, empower your staff, or safeguard your own career, our workshops deliver practical, life-changing advice you can use straight away.
Contact us now to discuss your needs or secure your preferred date:
- Call: 0333 335 5745 or 01484 90 70 90
- Email: contact@performingartsvisioncare.com
Or click below to request a workshop and we’ll get back to you within one working day.
Invest in Your Vision. Invest in Your Performance.
Performing Arts Vision Care – The UK’s leader in vision solutions for performers. The only BAPAM registered optician in the UK
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