23/02/2026
This is a hugely exciting step forward for people with hearing loss and for the future of listening in public spaces. Auracast has the potential to completely transform the experience of theatre, live performance and public venues.
For hearing aid users with Auracast compatibility built in, the ability to connect directly to a venue’s sound system using their own devices without the need for specialist receivers, is a genuine game changer. Clearer sound, reduced background noise, and seamless connectivity all mean a more immersive, inclusive and enjoyable experience.
Seeing a flagship venue like the National Theatre adopt Auracast sends a powerful message. It shows real commitment to accessibility and could act as a catalyst for widespread adoption across theatres, transport hubs, conference centres and other public venues.
This is exactly the kind of innovation that helps remove barriers, boost confidence, and enable people with hearing loss to fully engage with the world around them. We’re excited to see what comes next!
🎭 Auracast trial at the National Theatre! 🎭
Auracast has arrived at the National Theatre, and it could be the most significant installation in the UK so far.
Over the past year, we have featured different theatres that have brought Auracast to their patrons, including Contact Manchester, Everyman in Cheltenham, and the Hippodrome in Birmingham.
These venues have been early adopters of Bluetooth LE Audio, which works with Auracast-enabled devices such as hearing aids, headphones, and earbuds. Auracast delivers real-time low-latency, high-fidelity audio distribution to multiple compatible devices and removes traditional barriers to assistive listening: bring your own device is a big benefit of the technology.
At the moment, these installations are a trickle, but with the National Theatre coming on board, this could trigger a flood of installations. Here’s hoping.
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