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Accessible Arts works extensively with the arts and disability sectors and local councils in Western Sydney towards accessible and inclusive programs and practices.
Since 2007 the Western Sydney team has been working across the region to raise awareness and create opportunities in the arts for people with disability. The Western Sydney project has been developing strong partnerships with arts and disability organisations and local councils to ensure sustainable programs and practices.
The project covers eleven local council areas including Auburn, Bankstown, Baulkham Hills, Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, Holroyd, Liverpool, Parramatta and Penrith.
News
- 03/09/2010 - Western Sydney plugged in to arts & disability
- 17/06/2010 - Art centres exchange skills to increase access for people with disability
- 04/03/2010 - First Flight Crew breaking into the scene
Plugged In: Connecting Communities
Connecting arts and disability across Western Sydney.
Get in touch. Get connected to your local arts centre during October 2010.
Plugged In celebrates a month of inclusive arts events and access initiatives by Western Sydney arts centres thoughout October 2010.
Accessible Arts has been working with arts centres in Western Sydney to increase cultural activities, access and opportunities for people with disabilities living in the region. Plugged In highlights some of the achievements, providing opportunities for people with disability to engage in arts activities such as drumming, clowning, paper sculpture and tile making.
Plugged In is encouraging the disability sector to connect with their local arts centre by participating in a workshop, attending an exhibition, or taking a guided tour.
For more information and to view the full program visit Plugged In 2010.
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Launch Party5 October 2010, 10am - 2pm
Everyone is invited to attend the Plugged In Launch Party. Performances by Toy Death, First Flight Crew, 9 Lives, Riverside’s WAPD performance group, plus more. Free event with a BBQ lunch & entertainment. Pick up a Plugged In program and connect with your local Western Sydney arts centre. RSVP essential. Register Online or contact Jennifer Teo on 02 9251 6499 ext 111 or jteo@aarts.net.au. Where: Riverside Theatres, cnr Church & Market Street, Parramatta, NSW 2150 Access details:
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"There's something happening across Western Sydney" Blog
Read the latest news and information about the project on the Western Sydney Blog.
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Creative Programs & Initiatives
Further information
- Alison Richardson, Creative Programs, Western Sydney, 02 9251 6499 (ext 112) or email arichardson@aarts.net.au
- Jennifer Teo, Strategic Initiatives, Western Sydney, 02 9251 6499 (ext 111) or email jteo@aarts.net.au