Disability Arts History Australia

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• "Tutti Arts - Say No More - Program"
  Tutti Arts - Say No More' 2018 Program - reads, in part “To create this unique work over 60 women from Malaysia. Indonesia and Australia. of all ages wirh and wirhour disabilities came together in mid 2017 to talk about what is happening for them as women now. The stories sha1·ed by women in all three countries shared the common themes of family. Marriage and women's relationship to the state. This informed the conceit of the wedding reception as a setting for the theatre work. and also became a starting point for the films and installations that grew from the later workshops.”
• "Tutti Arts - Wild Things Exhibition - Promotional Card"
  Tutti Arts - 'Wild Things' Exhibition 2018 at Hotel Metropolitan - reads, in part "The Fringe Weekly Award winning exhibition Wild Things is taking on a new extended life at The Hotel Metropolitan."
• "Tutti Arts - The Magic Flute - Program"
  Tutti Arts 'The Magic Flute' 2011 Program - reads, in part "Set in the colourful world of the circus, with beautiful music sung by Tutti and state Opera soloists and enhanced by the extraordinary skills of Cirkidz, this OperaTU production of The Magic Flute will bring Mozart's dream of an opera for the people to life.”
• "Tutti Arts - The Magic Flute - Promotional Postcard"
  Tutti Arts 'The Magic Flute' 2011 Promotional Postcard
• "Tutti Arts - Christmas Concert: It All Starts Now - Promotional Card"
  Tutti Arts 'Christmas Concert- It All Starts Now' 2013 Promotional Card
• "Tutti Arts - Christmas Concert: It All Starts Now - Promotional Poster"
  Tutti Arts 'Christmas Concert- It All Starts Now' 2013 Promotional Poster
• "Tutti Arts - Open Studio Exhibition - SALA Festival - Promotionall Card"
  Promotional Card for Tutti Arts Visual Arts and Design Program 'Open Studio' as part of SALA 2014 (South Australian Living Arts Festival) - reads, in part "Tutti is delighted to invite you to its 2014 Open Studio SALA exhibition opening! This exhibition will showcase a range of spontaneous, introspective and out of the ordinary works produced by 30 emerging learning disabled artists working from the Tutti Visual Art Studios."
• "Tutti Arts - Natural Imaginings Exhibition - Program"
  Tutti Arts 'Natural Imaginings' Exhibition Program, SALA (South Australian Living Arts Festival) 2007- reads, in part, "Our theme "Nature and Imagination" was the result of time spent exploring the unique physical environment of the Minda campus. The established trees and gardens, the groves of old pine trees, and the stunning suburban coastal area behind the campus have inspired us, and lead to many varied responses to the natural world."
• "Tutti Arts - Vivid Barossa - Promotional Postcard"
  Tutti Arts 'Vivid' Barosa Exhibition 2023 Promotional Postcard -reads, in part "Vivid Barossa is a collection of stunning cyanotype prints by the artists at Tultti's Barossa studio. The works explore self-expression and how it intersects with notions of the traditional and contemporary"
• "A Frame Exhibition And Art Auction 2007"
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• "Interview with Jianna Georgiou"
  Jianna Georgiou is a professional dancer, director and choreographer and has been with Restless Dance since 2006. Interview Summary Jianna Georgiou, who has Italian and Cypriot heritage, shared her journey as a dancer. She expressed her aspirations to collaborate with friends from other dance companies and emphasized her desire to continue her path with Restless Dance Theatre. Jianna’s determination remains strong, fuelled by her goal to perform and the emotional connection she feels through dance. She hopes to explore various dance styles, including hip-hop, which currently resonates with her, and she is motivated by the creative and energetic environment at Restless Dance Theatre.
• "Interview with Nick Hughes"
  Nick has worked as an actor, director, writer, artistic director, dramaturg and was the Company Manager for Restless Dance Theatre Interview Summary Nick Hughes is a retired arts administrator who has worked in various capacities within the arts industry, including as an actor, writer, stage manager, and notably as the company manager for Restless Dance Theatre. Nick gained degrees in drama, and sociology, and moved from the UK to Australia in 1973. During the interview, Nick reflects on his significant contributions to the arts and disability sectors. Despite being unfamiliar with disability arts in the beginning, Nick says he became deeply involved and committed to the field, valuing disability arts for the social and political aspects. Nick discusses witnessing first-hand the growth and development of individuals through creative expression. Throughout his career, Nick says he has seen the evolution and increasing recognition of disability arts as a legitimate and powerful art form capable of altering people’s perceptions and advocating for inclusivity and equality in society.
• "Interview with Sofya Gollan"
  Sofya Gollan is a distinguished artist, screenwriter, filmmaker and cultural leader in advocating for the Deaf and disabled communities. Interview Summary Sofya Gollan is a versatile and experienced artist with a background in acting, writing, directing, and producing, known for her work in theatre, film, and television, and for navigating the industry as a deaf individual. Her journey into the arts began with her involvement in the Australian Theatre of the Deaf and further developed as she trained at prestigious institutions like NIDA and AFTRS, where she expanded her skills in filmmaking. Despite facing challenges and ableism within the industry, Gollan has made significant contributions to disability representation on screen, and highlights the need for ongoing support and funding for disabled artists to promote equity and access to opportunities. Returning as creative practitioner to the industry after an executive role, Gollan continues to advocate for inclusivity and representation, while aiming to create and share content that authentically reflects the deaf experience.
• "Australia Council - Annual Report 1975-76"
  Australia Council Annual Report 1975-76 discusses membership, the year in review, National theatre of the Deaf from New York show and directors development program assisting Theatre of the Deaf, programs including salary and costs for Arts Access (Vic), Salaries, equipment and materials for program of multi-arts activities to Adult Deaf Society, Braille Book of the Year Award and funding program of entertainment for the old, sick and handicapped in homes.
• "Access Arts Annual Reports 2014-2021"
  Access Arts Annual Reports, 2014-2021
• "Access Arts Annual Reports 2005-2011"
  Access Arts Annual Reports, 2005-2011
• "Australia Council - Access and audience development in Australia"
  Australia Council - 'Access and audience development in Australia' reports - reads, in part "These reports were commissioned in 2004 to assess what is currently being done, and what needs to be done, to increase access to the performing arts and museums & galleries in Australia for people with a disability."
• “Australia Council - Grants, captured 1997”
  Australia Council (Creative Australia) grants captured December 1997. Website reads “extracted from the Australia Council Grants Handbook 1997” and includes Grant Categories: an Overview, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Board, Community Cultural Development Fund, Dance Fund, Literature Fund, Major Organisations Fund, Music Fund, New Media Arts Fund, Theatre Fund, Visual Arts/Craft Fund, Awards
• "Accessible Arts - Career Advancement, captured 2022"
  Accessible Arts - Career Advancement - reads, in part "We’re here to empower the creativity and careers of arts practitioners with disability right across NSW. We do this by providing a range of professional development programs for both artists and arts workers."
• "Tutti Arts - Website - Artist Collectives, captured 2023"
  Tutti Arts Website Artist Collectives captured 2023 - includes links to information about Company AT, Sit Down Shut up and Watch, The Sisters of Invention, and artist profiles
• "Access2Arts - You Tube - Access2Arts Video UNCRPD Article #19 Living independently and being included in the community "
  Access2Arts Article #19 Living independently and being included in the community - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoqeaDFEjlE
• "Access2Arts - You Tube - Access2Arts Video UNCRPD Article #27 Work and employment"
  Access2Arts - You Tube - Access2Arts video on United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities Article #27 Work and employment - reads, in part "Article #27 of the United Nations Convention of the Rights of People with Disabilities that deals withWork and employment, told by Deaf and disabled people. An Access2Arts Production made possible with support from the City of Adelaide."
• "Access2Arts - You Tube - Access2Arts Video UNCRPD Article #30 Participation in cultural life, recreation, leisure and sport"
  Access2Arts - You Tube - Access2Arts video on United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities Article #30 Participation in cultural life, recreation, leisure and sport - reads, in part "Article #30 of the United Nations Convention of the Rights of People with Disabilities that deals with Participation in cultural life, recreation, leisure and sport, told by Deaf and disabled people. An Access2Arts Production made possible with support from the City of Adelaide."
• "Access2Arts - You Tube - Access2Arts Video UNCRPD Article #5 Equality and non discrimination"
  Access2Arts - You Tube - Access2Arts video on United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities Article #5 Equality and non discrimination - reads, in part "Article #5 of the United Nations Convention of the Rights of People with Disabilities that deals with Equity and non-discrimination, told by Deaf and disabled people. An Access2Arts Production made possible with support from the City of Adelaide.
• “Arts Access Victoria – Annual Report 1993”