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Several top theatres in the UK have announced that they have installed a new Mobile Connect system that will enhance to experience of visitors with visual impairments or those that are hard of hearing.

This new system provides an amplified performance for those that need it via their own mobile phone or tablet. All you need to do is download the free Sennheiser Mobile Connect App from either the Apple all store or the Google Play Store prior to your theatre trip. Once you’ve arrived and gotten to your seat, connect to the mobile connect wifi which is provided in the auditorium and then choose how you want to watch the show. The app will connect to the system installed in the theatre and allow guests to select a variety of options on their screen, including show feed only, audio description only or show and audio.

Once the show has started, anyone using the app will be able to hear a live feed of the performance on stage through a headset or directly through their hearing aids wherever they are sat in the auditorium. With more and more theatres installing mobile connect systems there is greater scope for people with disabilities to enjoy live theatre.

If you’re looking for an accessible theatre trip, be sure to search the Sennheiser Mobile Connect app and find a list of participating theatres.

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