"Interview with Tina Fielding"

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Title
"Interview with Tina Fielding"
Description
Tina is a writer, actor, film maker and disability advocate
Interview Summary
Tina is an actress with Down Syndrome who identifies strongly with her art form, viewing her disability as an ability that enhances her talent and quality in storytelling through acting. She enjoys the process of acting and finds joy in watching her family perform, which inspired her to pursue the craft; however, she acknowledges that there are difficult moments that can be challenging but ultimately rewarding. Her artistic journey has involved working with various local companies in Perth and her work has evolved by adapting to new roles, with the aim of authenticity in her performances. Tina's influence and acknowledgment in the field are growing, noted by positive media attention, and she encourages other artists with disabilities to embrace and identify with their unique abilities.
Identifier
IV00038
datePublished
2023
gender
Female
category
CreativeWork
Type
Conversation
Format
URL, Video, Text
inLanguage
English, Auslan
keywords
Film/TV/New Media
Theatre and Performance
Intellectual disability
Equity and non-discrimination
Participation in public and political life
Participation in cultural life
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Disability Arts History Australia Organization
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