New findings to guide audio describers on diversity characteristics

A report examining how diversity characteristics are translated by audio describers has created a "blueprint" for organisations looking to adopt more active policies. The Describing Diversity report has been produced by theatre audio description specialists VocalEyes in partnership with Royal Holloway, University of London. It aims to support those wishing to describe the personal characteristics of characters that appear on stage, including the visible, physical markers of race, gender, impairment / disability, age and body shape. The findings will form the basis for developing a common understanding and rationale for any proposed changes to the practice of audio description.