Disability Arts History Australia

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• "Arts Project Australia - Into The Vault Exhibition 2014 - Promotional Card"
  Arts Project Australia - Into The Vault Exhibition 2014 - Promotional Card - reads, in part "CURATED BY ELYSS McCLEARY AND JAMES McDONALD, INTO THE VAULT AND OUT OF THE BOX is a group exhibition that presents emerging talent alongside established artists and artists from our Permanent Collection. This exhibition is a celebration of the artists' contribution, both past and present, which has helped make Arts Project Australia the centre of excellence it is today."
• "Indelability Arts - Theatre Ensemble for Artists With Disability"
  News article by Kymberly Martin in Freedom2Live reads, in part, "The company, founded in 2015 by Rebecca Alexander and Catarina Hebbard, was inspired by local and international trailblazers and identified a gap within the creative sector for students with disabilities interested in pursuing a career in the arts after leaving school."
• "Australia Council - Annual Report 2004-05"
  Australia Council Annual Report 2004-2005 - discusses letter from chair of council, letter from CEO, corporate overview, year in review, goals, financial statements, analysis of funding analysis and grants list, including funding for key organisations, new work, presentation and promotion, audience participation (with publication “Access All Areas”), skills and arts development with Arts Access partnering with Helicon Dance to provide 10 workshops in Princess Alexandra hospital Mental Health Service to find out which arts the community members wanted to pursue with a reference group including the University of Queensland and funding for Back to Back theatre to perform Small Metal Objects, in collaboration with sound artist Hugh Covill, animator Rhian Hinkley, director/designer Bruce Gladwin to shed light on, provoke and transform society, and to position artistic creativity as an integral part of the nation’s agenda. Triennial funding to Arts Access Australia (formerly known as Disability in the Arts Disadvantage in the Arts Australia—DADAA)
• "Philip Channells - Dance Integrated Australia - Off the Record - Webpage"
  Philip Channells - Dance Integrated Australia 'Off the Record' Webpage - Reads, in part "The new collaboration between Dance Integrated Australia and Force Majeure, OFF THE RECORD underwent a first stage creative development at Carriageworks in Sydney during the first two weeks of December 2015."
• "Incite Arts - Somebody Everybody - Program"
  Program for InCite Arts ‘Somebody Everybody’, reads, in part, “'Somebody Everybody” began as an exploration of ‘home’ in response to the artists missing their families and homes while living away during school time. This theme inspired us to explore personal stories of loss and grief, particularly in relation to family members and loved ones who have passed on. The work then expanded on the theme of ‘loss’ to explore all sorts of lost things including loved ones, pets and memories and the sorts of things we all lose at some point in our lives; hair, money, patience, the-way-home.”
• "DADAA Outreach and Partnerships Webpage, captured 2023"
  DADAA Outreach and Partnerships Webpage, captured 2023 – reads, in part "In addition to its three main hubs, DADAA works with other organisations to take our services and programs to communities, or to develop new services and programs that enhance access to arts and cultural activities for artists and audiences. Arts programs can be customised to respond directly to the needs of your community or clients, to ensure inclusive practice or to bring new audiences to your organisation."
• "Arts Project Australia - Works From The 1985 Program For Moderately To Severely Intellectually Disabled Artists 1986 --Promotional Flyer"
  Arts Project Australia - Works From The 1985 Program For Moderately To Severely Intellectually Disabled Artists 1986 --Promotional Flyer - reads, in part "ARTS PROJECT AUSTRALIA is pleased to invite you to view the works from the 1985 program for Moderately to Severely Intellectually disabled artists at St. Martins Theatre Gallery,"
• "Tutti Arts - Annual Report 2017"
  Tutti Arts Annual Report 2017 – President’s, Artistic Directors, Disability & Quality Manager's, Arts Manager Reports, information on Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Film and New Media and Choral and Kids & Youth Programs, Projects, and Exhibitions, including information on Impersonal Space, Frozen Girl, Sit Down Shutup and Watch Film Festival, The Sisters of Invention, Company AT, Financials, Staff and Board Members, Supporters
• "Interview with Daniel Savage"
  Daniel Savage is an artist and disability advocate working in mediums of photography, video and performance. Interview Summary: Daniel discussed his background as a disabled contemporary artist primarily focused on photography, with additional interests in video and performance. Daniel detailed the journey through his artistic career, highlighting significant experiences such as art school education, early influences, and the impact of acquiring a disability. He also explored the evolution of his style and interests, particularly his shift towards digital technology and his involvement in advocacy for accessibility in the arts. Daniel also shared his perspectives on the challenges and achievements within the disability arts scene in Australia, including public awareness and integration with contemporary art.
• "Arts Project Australia - Outline - News - 1996 Spring - Iss1"
  Arts Project Australia - Outline - News - 1996 Spring - Iss1 - reads, in part "Welcome to the first edition of Outline the newsletter of Arts Project Australia"
• "Australia Council - Annual Report 2007-08"
  Australia Council Annual Report 2007-08 - discusses letter from chairman, year in review, from the CEO, Excellent and Distinctive Art from various artforms, Access for all Australians from various artforms, A strong and vibrant arts sector including artist’s earnings, philanthropic support and arts sector development, About the Australia Council, Governance, Organisation, Accountability, Workplace and Financial statements but no longer listing grants of organisations or individuals however discusses the DADAA WA radio play “The Proper Shoes” - a series of stories written by young women with a disability, was first broadcast nationally on ABC Radio and then invited to tour the play as part of the TRASNA Festival of Inclusive Theatre.
• "Tutti Arts - Annual Report 2016"
  Tutti Arts Annual Report 2016 – President’s, Artistic Directors, Disability & Quality Manager's, Arts Manager Reports, information on Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Film and New Media and Choral and Kids & Youth Programs, Projects, and Exhibitions, including information BEASTLY! International, Day of Song, Sit Down Shutup and Watch Film Festival, The Sisters of Invention, Company AT, Financials, Staff and Board Members, Supporters
• "Blue Roo Theatre Company - You Tube - My Life, My Story Creative Development (2020)"
  Blue Roo Theatre Company - You Tube - creative development of first digital production My Life, My Story (2020) - reads, in part "My Life, My Story is a timely, poignant and uplifting narrative highlighting the personal journeys of four inclusive artists, from community isolation to public recognition for their creative abilities, determination and joyfulness."
• "Tutti Arts - Annual Report 2021"
  Tutti Arts Annual Report 2021 – What Tutti Does, Artists Making An Impact, Music, Performance, Visual Arts, and Film work in 2021, information on digital interactive version of ‘Impersonal Space,’ ‘The Big Tutti Singalong,’ Sit Down Shutup and Watch Film Festival, The Sisters of Invention, Company AT, Supporters
• "Tutti Arts - Annual Report 2022"
  Tutti Arts Annual Report 2022– What Tutti Does, Artists Making An Impact, Music, Performance, Visual Arts, and Film work in 2021, information on ‘Reaching out’ Project, Sit Down Shutup and Watch Film Festival, The Sisters of Invention, Company AT, Tutti’s Strategic Plan 2023 – 2026, Supporters
• "Tutti Arts - History of Autism - Program"
  Tutti Arts 'History of Autism' 2014 Program - reads, in part "History of Autism is about two things, firstly it is about the evolution of Autism as a clinical diagnosis in the Twentieth Centurv, ax well a giving an overview of a "Nut Shell" explanation of how Autism can be viewed. Secondly, it's the untold story of what generations of forgotten people went through. The pain, anguish and ridicule suffered by people when diagnosis a was not an option, as well as the constant striving tor an identity. About Company @ (Autistic Theatre) Company @ began as AAA Theatre group run by Autism SA in the 1990's and it is believed to be the only wholly Autistic run and led Theatre Company in the world. Company @ inspires and connects people with an Autism Spectrum Disorder through the process of creating and presenting powerful theatre pieces. The company contributes to the creative and cultural life of the Australian and broader communities through collaboration, innovation and education.”
• "Accessible Arts - ACE Arts Creativity Expression -1998 Win - Iss2"
  Accessible Arts - ACE Arts Creativity Expression News Publication issue 2 Winter 1998 - information/reviews of Creative Writing, Music, Dance, Theatre and Performance programs,opportunities, resources, Accessible Arts AGM
• "Accessible Arts - Creative Initiatives, captured 2022"
  Accessible Arts - Creative Initiatives - reads, in part "The unique perspectives and experiences of artists with disability – as well as the intersection of cultural identities across all types of disability – present exciting avenues for new artistic possibilities right across the spectrum of visual, performing, literary, screen and digital arts. We’re here to work with arts and cultural organisations, government agencies and other funding partners to deliver creative initiatives focused on providing development and production opportunities for all kinds of artists with disability or who are d/Deaf."
• "Interview with Mike Moshos"
  Mike Moshos is a creative director, writer, actor and disability advocate. Interview Summary Mike Moshos is an arts worker and creator living with achondroplasia who provides support to young adult artists with disabilities and engages in community theatre and interactive performances for children with special needs. His personal experiences and growing political awareness have led him to advocate for the rights of disabled individuals and strive for equity in the arts. Mike has a deep passion for storytelling and is currently writing a science fiction novel while enjoying his role as Bing in an interactive children's show. He believes that all art is inherently political and that every piece of work, whether overtly or subtly, expresses a stance on societal issues.
• "Arts Access Victoria - The Other Film Festival, captured 2022"
  Arts Access Victoria - The Other Film Festival - reads, in part "The Other Film Festival is a groundbreaking disability-led initiative that has put Deaf and Disabled people at the centre of the Australian screen industry for almost 20 years. Founded in 2004, it is Australia’s first international disability film festival and is a major artistic program of Arts Access Victoria."
• "Arts Project Australia - Annual Report 1997"
  Arts Project Australia - Annual Report 1997 - Management Committee, Aims and Objectives, President's Report, Director's Report, Studio Workshop Program, Exhibitions, Financial Statements Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss Statement, Income and Expenditure Summary, Statement of Cash Flows, Notes to Statement of Cash Flows, Notes to and Forming Part of the Financial Accounts, Statement to Members, Audit Statement to Members - reads, in part "Arts Project Australia, had its beginnings in 1974. But it was not until 1984 that our first studio workshop was establish.ed, with the aid of a grant from the Commonwealth Schools Commission. Since 1984 the studio workshop programme has physically developed in fairly well-defined cycles of five to six years. Up until 1986 the programme operated in hard to find halls tucked in behind houses or a convent building."
• "REWIND - Strategies for _Integration - A training seminar presented by Accessible Arts Inc - 1992"
  REWIND - Strategies for _Integration - A training seminar presented by Accessible Arts Inc - 1992 - reads, in part "Accessible Ans Inc. is an organisation which encourages and promotes the development of opponunities for people with disabilities to have access to and participation in all creative artforms. Accessible Arts began, in 1985, as an arts project for people with disabilities at Community Activities Network. In 1989 Accessible Arts became an independent, non-profit organisation incorporated as an Association. During 1990 Accessible Arts was financially supported by the State and Federal Governments to establish a statewide service for people with disabilities. The change from activities project to a statewide service has been significant. The organisation has compiled a state profile on what art facilities are available to people with disabilities in New South Wales; provides a consultancy service for artists, people with disabilities, disability services and arts organisations; assists the general community to initiate their own art programs and projects through the establishment of regional networks; provides training programs in the area of art and disability; produces publications; and, acts as an advocacy/educational body for the promotion of access and equity in the arts. The Rewind Seminar was initiated after expressions of interest and concern were directed to Accessible Arts about the need for strategies to effectively involve people with disabilities in arts practice."
• "Tutti Arts - Annual Report 2018"
  Tutti Arts Annual Report 2018 – President’s, Artistic Directors, Disability & Quality Manager’s, Arts Manager Reports, information on Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Film and New Media and Choral and Kids & Youth Programs, Projects, and Exhibitions, including information on Say No More, Standing Up Standing Out, BEASTLY!, Sit Down Shutup and Watch Film Festival, The Sisters of Invention, Company AT, Financials, Staff, Supporters
• "Tutti Arts - Annual Report 2019"
  Tutti Arts Annual Report 2019 – Highlights, President’s, Artistic Director & Ceo’s, Disability & Quality Manager’s Reports, information on Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Film and New Media and Choral and Kids & Youth Programs, Projects, and Exhibitions, including information on Sit Down Shutup and Watch Film Festival, The Sisters of Invention, Company AT, Financials, Staff, Supporters
• "Tutti Arts - Annual Report 2020"
  Tutti Arts Annual Report 2020 – Highlights, President’s, Artistic Director’s, General Manager’s Reports, information on Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Film and New Media and Choral and Kids & Youth Programs, Projects, and Exhibitions, including Stand & Deliver Showcase, Impersonal Space tour, The Sisters of Invention appearance at Undercover Artist:Online, information on Sit Down Shutup and Watch Film Festival, The Sisters of Invention, Company AT, Financials, Staff, Supporters