Audio Description Services
Hudson Therriault, Certified Audio Describer
(406) 284-5440 | [email protected]
What is AD?
Audio description (AD) is the translation of visual media into a listenable format. It is the principal tool for providing equal access to cultural & artistic experiences for people living with visual impairment.
Certified AD Services
AD for live performances (theatre, dance, presentations, etc.)
AD for individual artworks or complete art exhibitions
Extemporaneous AD for no-prep events
Sighted guiding services
AD Listening Devices for any venue
AD script writing for digital media
Voice-over recordings
Audio editing & media integration
Who is Hudson?
Hudson James Therriault is a trained and certified audio describer based in Chicago. He is a theatremaker and musician passionate about building access for all into the foundation of artistic expression.
Recent Work
Broadway in Chicago: Hamilton; Beetlejuice; Annie; Les Misérables; The Lion King; 1776.
The Art Institute of Chicago: Verbal description of artworks in the permanent collection.
Chicago Humanities Festival: Extemporaneous AD for live events.
Royal Caribbean Cruiselines: Sighted guiding and live descriptions for on-board performances.
OpenAIR: Art exhibition audio tour (2022).
University of Chicago; University of Montana: Course material AD for students, faculty, and staff.
Film audio descriptions: Paint (IFC, 2023), How to Blow Up a Pipeline (NEON, 2022)
Contact
Phone: (406) 284-5440Email: [email protected]