Disability Arts History Australia

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• "Deaf News QLD - Support Theatre of the Deaf - 1993"
  Reads, in part “Theatre of the Deaf (TOD), Australia's only professional Deaf theatre company and indeed Australia’s only professional Deaf arts organisation, have been invited to attend and perform at the International Convention of Deaf Arts to be held in Florence, Italy in June 1994. They need donations to help fund their trip to Florence.”
• "New works by Nathaniel Edington and Too Many Legs by Bryan Tingey and Freight by DADAA"
  Flyer reads "You are invited to the launch of new works by Nathanael Edginton," and "Adelaide artist Bryan Tingey presents a new body of work that exhibits the varied influences of philosophy, history and psychology informing his work and his experimentation with the artforms of graffiti and , iconography and hieroglyphics. Freight is the latest shipment of outsider art on the move from WA. The exhibition showcases the work of three Western Australian artists working in textiles, photography and digital media."
• "Wann Hues and Cool Blues Sunday"
  Invitation reads "Wann Hues and Cool Blues Sunday - Enjoy fantastic gourmet food and fine wine by an open fire in the blissful surroundings of the Governor Hindmarsh Hotel, all the while soaking up the smooth blues of Chris Finnen."
• "Interview with Tina Fielding"
  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.
• "Interview with Michael Noble"
  Michael Noble is a professional dancer and performer and has been with Restless Dance Theatre since 2015. Interview Summary Michael Noble is an ex-foster kid turned contemporary dancer at Restless Dance Theatre, who started in arts as an outlet for expression. His dance style has evolved from literal interpretations to more abstract movements, as Restless has supported his growth and mental health needs. Being in a company that accommodates artists with disabilities has led Michael to explore his own neurodivergence, specifically relating to being on the autism spectrum. He believes art, including the political, is less about the message itself and more about being the messenger for another's vision or interpreting and sharing one's own perspectives.
• "Interview with Andy Jackson"
  Andy Jackson is a published poet focusing on disability and difference, has completed a PhD and is a lecturer of poetry and creative writing. INTERVIEW SUMMARY This is an oral history interview with poet Andy Jackson. Andy, who has Marfan syndrome, discusses how disability and visible difference have shaped his writing and poetry, explaining that he often writes about the meaning of the body within society. He emphasizes the importance of Disability Arts, noting a growing community of disabled writers and expressing the need for both disability-specific literary spaces and mainstream recognition. Andy also highlights the transformative role of online communities in creating networks for disabled individuals and the emergence of disability-focused literary journals, anticipating an anthology from a collaborative writing project he is involved with.
• "Interview with Alex Creece"
  Alex Creece is writer, poet, editor, collage artist, and average kook living on Wadawurrung land. Interview Summary Alex Creece, focused on her experiences and journey as a disabled artist and writer in Australia. Alex discussed the importance of building a community and the challenges of balancing personal identity with maintaining professionalism in art. Alex expressed a desire for increased accessibility and recognition in the industry, highlighting the need for continued support of disabled artists. Throughout the conversation, the complexity of disability arts' visibility, identity politics, and the definition of creative success were explored, with Alex providing insight into her own work as well as broader industry trends and challenges.
• "Chameleon - Presenter Pack"
  Presenter Pack for Indelability Arts show by Karen Lee Roberts, Chameleon - reads, in part, "Chameleon brilliantly portrays a new point of view of the norms of mental illness through heartfelt stories of a woman’s journey to mental wellness. With original music from the world of the blues, jazz, folk and rock, Chameleon packs a healthy dose of funny for the mind, body and soul."
• "Igneous - Mirage"
  Reads, in part "A movement-based performance installation with video art, sound art and a series of mirror-booths. Taking phantom-limb sensation as a “body-mirage”, and inspired by the work of neurologist V. Ramachandran, Mirage plays on perceptual illusion, the construction of hybrid forms, and the real and virtual fusing and separating. It is an interactive labyrinth of perceptual illusion with the performer in a reflective pool amongst multi-dimensional projections. Mirage was created in the context of a fellowship awarded by The Australian Choreographic Centre to James Cunningham and Suzon Fuks."
• "Hot Pink Goanna Studios - Deadly With Disabilities, Website captured 2024"
  Hot Pink Goanna Studios: Deadly With Disabilities, website captured 2024 - with About, Gallery, Commisions, and Prints sections - reads, in part "Hot Pink Goanna was developed by Uncle Paul Constable Calcott a proud Wiradjuri man and artist living with a disability on Gubbi Gubbi Country. Hot Pink Goanna showcases the works of Uncle Paul and other First Nations artists living with a disability."
• "Hot Pink Goanna Studios - Deadly With Disabilities, Gallery captured 2024"
  Hot Pink Goanna Studios: Deadly With Disabilities, Gallery captured 2024 - featuring imagews of works by Paul Constable Calcott
• "Hot Pink Goanna Studios - Deadly With Disabilities - Walu Win Series by Uncle Paul Constable Calcott, Episode 1"
  Walu Win Series by Uncle Paul Constable Calcott, episode 1 - reads, in part "A mini-series exploring the benefits of art and how it is halping as a tool in the healing process. This episode is about Uncle Paul Calcott, a Wiradjuri man who is now living on Gubbi Gubbi country."
• "It's Fine, I'm Fine - IMDB"
  It's Fine, I'm Fine' Internet Movie Database (IMDB) entry - reads, in part "A suburban psychologist and her patients explore love, loss, obsession, anxiety, and an uncertain future, while grappling with how to persist and find magic in the world."
• "The Other Film Festival - Website, captured 2013"
  The Other Film Festival website, captured 2013 - with an Auslan welcome, About, Program, Tickets, and News links, including news of a recent screening in New York which included BEAUTIFUL (Australia, Dir: Genevieve Clay-Smith) and JUST BE FRANK (Australia, Dir: Elise Bialylew)
• "The Other Film Festival - Website, captured 2011"
  The Other Film Festival website, captured 2011 - including a links to 2010 Festival Program in standard, plain text and Vision Australia formats, and a report on the 2010 Festival
• "The Other Film Festival - Website, captured 2018"
  The Other Film Festival website, captured 2018 - with links to About and Archive pages, and 2016 Festival report
• "Second Echo Ensemble - Performance, captured 2024"
  Second Echo website 'Performances' page, with information about past projects including 'The Stare', '[in]security', 'The Beauty Project, 'The Bridge', 'Outside Boy', 'Let Me Dry Your Eyes', 'The Chain', 'Right of Spring,' 'Contested Land', 'By My Hand'
• "Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre - Program 2018, captured 2019"
  Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre Program 2018, captured 2019 - ‘Share House’ at Anywhere Festival Brisbane, and Mullumbimby Drill Hall Theatre, ‘All Mised Up’ roving troupe performance at Summerland House grounds in Alstonville, performances at Lismore Lantern Parade, World Dance Alliance Adelaide, Gold Goast Disability Expo, end of year Gala
• "Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre - About Us, captured 2019"
  Webpage reads, in part "Sprung Integrated Dance Theatre Inc is a not for profit community organisation providing dance and theatre training and workshops for people with a disability. We use a collaborative and disability-led process to develop inspiring dance theatre works that explore the human condition and promote a more inclusive society."
• "Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre - Website, captured 2019"
  Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre Website, captured 2019 - About, Projects, Programs, Community
• "Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre - Open Doors Clowning, Tintenbar 2019"
  Sprung!! Open Doors Clowning, Tintenbar 2019 - Sprung!! describes Open Doors Dance as a program for anyone who enjoys movement and music
• "Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre - Open Doors Dance, Tintenbar 2019"
  Sprung!! Open Doors Dance, Tintenbar 2019 - Sprung!! describes Open Doors Dance as a program for anyone who enjoys movement and music
• "Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre - Lismore Open Doors 2019"
  Sprung!! Open Doors Lismore 2019 - Sprung!! describes Open Doors Dance as a program for anyone who enjoys movement and music
• "Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre - Website, captured 2023"
  Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre Website, captured 2023 - About Us, Studios, Sprung!! Performances, Ensemble Auditions, Ensemble Dance Program, Workshops, Community Performances, Sprung!! Online, Auslan Choir, Healthy Living Program
• "Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre - Blog captured 2019"
  Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre Website, captured 2019 - News (French Cafe community dance project, 'Share House' plays at Brisbane Anywhere Festival May, Sprung!! makes finals for an Australian Dance Award, Sprung!! Appoints a new Business Manager)