Disability Arts History Australia

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• Sydney Theatre Company
• “Arts Access Victoria – Arts Access Society Annual Report 1981-82”
• “Arts Access Victoria – Arts Access Society Annual Report 1982-83”
• "Tutti Arts - Between the Worlds - Program 2007"
  Tutti Arts - 'Between the Worlds' 2007 Program - reads, in part “The first stage of Between the Worlds In May 2004 was called Circles and was about relationships with significant people In our lives. The second stage development this year Involved Interviewing all our actors to explore deeper relationship themes. One of these interviews was with our talented male lead, Alistair Brasted who said: "I've always felt between the worlds, not knowing where I really belong". This Insight resonated with all our artists and became the theme of the whole script because they had all experienced feelings of exclusion. The story of Romeo and Juliet and their love which transcends hate and divisiveness served as inspiration for Between the Worlds. In our story the Innocence of Isabella and Oliver's love In the face of adversity has allowed us to explore universal questions of discrimination and difference which lie at the heart of violence. Such stories have been with us since the beginning of time. Like the script, the songs and music for Between the Worlds are the expression of the Individual voices of our actors.”
• Nerrida Weller
• Nicole Beyer
• Andrew Sanderson
• Iain Stewart
• "Carriageworks (2015) NSW Arts and Disability Partnership Launched at Carriageworks Including $100,000 Support for Two Major New Works. Carriageworks, 30 January 2015"
  Reads, in part "Sydney, Australia: The NSW Minister for Disability Services, Minister John Ajaka MLC, today launched an extension of the NSW Arts & Disability Partnership, announcing funding of $475,000 for 2015 to support four programs that promote social inclusion through the arts and disability sector. The Partnership includes $100,000 support for Carriageworks to commission two major new works developed by artists with disability in collaboration with NSW arts companies and artists."
• "Interview with Michelle Ryan"
  Michelle Ryan is the artistic director of Restless Dance Theatre and has extensive experience as a dancer and performer. Interview Summary Michelle Ryan, the artistic director of Restless Dance Theatre, shares her journey from being a successful dancer diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at 30 to becoming an advocate for artists with disabilities. Despite her initial hesitations to perform with her disability, a positive experience dancing with a European company reignited her passion and led her to Restless Dance Theatre, where she aims to change perceptions of who can create art. Michelle emphasizes the importance of providing professional opportunities and proper compensation for disabled artists, challenging the notion that disability work is charity or hobbyist. She advocates for representation that is genuine and not tokenistic, ensuring the inclusion of people with disabilities is meaningful and respectful.
• Irene Dunsmuir
• “Arts Access Victoria – Arts Access Society Inc. - Theorem Program 1982 - Promotional Card"
• "Arts Project Australia - Annual Report 2012"
  Arts Project Australia - Annual Report 2012 - Board and Staff, Supporters and Volunteers, A Message from our Patron, About Arts Project Australia, President's Report, Executive Director's Report, Artists, Exhibitions Report, Financial Statements, Independent Auditor's Report, Vale Richard Hung and Dawn Edward
• Morwena Collett
• Morwenna Collett
• “Arts Access Victoria – Inclusive Arts Studio - Arts Day South - Promotional Flyer"
• "Interview with Jenny Simpson"
  Jenny is CEO and Artistic Director of AWESOME Arts Australia while also a Musical Director of the Mighty Camelot Community Choir and a Sessional Academic at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts at Edith Cowan University. Interview Summary Jenny Simpson is the CEO and Artistic Director of AWESOME Arts Australia. She grew up in a musical family and always had an interest in the arts. After working in the corporate world, she decided to pursue a role in the arts to make a difference in the community. She has since focused on engaging young people with disabilities in the arts, and has worked on projects and festivals that promote inclusivity and accessibility. She believes that the perception of disability arts is changing and hopes to see more individuals with disabilities involved in arts management.
• "Tutti Arts - Choir - Broadway Spectacular - Program"
  Tutti Arts Choir 'Broadway Spectacular' 2010 Program - reads, in part "The show is rich in melodies and potent lyrics by Berlin, Coleman, Porter, Gershwin, Bernstein, Sondheim, Lerner and Lowe, Rodgers and Hammerstein, and the Tutti Choir and soloists have worked with typical enthusiasm and joy to bring you their interpretation of the music."
• "Accessible Arts - Arts Extraordinare Festival 1993 - Promotional Flyer"
  Accessible Arts - Arts Extraordinare Festival 1993 - Promotional Flyer - reads, in part "Arts Extraordinaire -Celebrating Where The Arts Can Take You is Australia's first festival to celebrate the diverse talents and artistic skills of people with disabilities. "
• Sophie Janzen
• Michele Castagna
• Supported Employment Program
• Disability Employment Service
• Sam Fenech
• Samuele Fenech