Access Ideas and Insights

These engaging quarterly panel discussions provide in-person and online access to forums hosted at iconic cultural institutions, exploring the latest innovations and ideas regarding access and inclusion and showcasing best-practice digital access.

This exciting and accessible event series is free for all to attend and we encourage discussion and participation. Each event includes a 45-minute panel discussion followed by a 15-minute Q&A, where in person and online attendees can submit questions to the panellists. We also facilitate in-person networking opportunities alongside each event.

Access Ideas and Insights: The Neurodiversity Paradigm in Theatre

Come to Bell Shakespeare or join online for our upcoming Access Ideas and Insights panel exploring The Neurodiversity Paradigm in Theatre. Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation about how neurodivergent perspectives are reshaping theatre practices, processes and storytelling.

Learn from Jules Orcullo (Playwright, Songwriter, Dramaturg and Resident Artist at Sydney Theatre Company), Ryan Enniss (award-winning Playwright and Actor) and Kylie Heart (Founder and Creative Producer of Midnight Feast). This event will be MC’d by Joanna Erskin (Head of Education at Bell Shakespeare).

Thursday 15 May

3pm – 4.15pm: 1-hour panel conversation, followed by a 15-minute Q&A (in person and online)
4.15pm – 5pm: Networking and light refreshments (in person only)

FREE event – Registrations essential. Click here to book tickets or phone (02) 9251 6499.

Previous Access Ideas and Insights Events

You can watch accessible recordings of our previous events on our Resources page.

Advance Your Career – Professional Development Series

We’re dedicated to empowering the creativity and careers of artists and arts workers with disability or who are d/Deaf across NSW.

Our commitment includes supporting the professional development of artists and arts workers with disability through our Advance Your Career series. These expert workshops cover various practical insightful topics to support the development of professional knowledge, skills and networks.

Information on our 2025 Advance Your Career Sessions will be available soon.

To get the latest details as soon as they are confirmed, sign up to receive our e-news.

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Image description: Artists with disability are on stage addressing an audience. The event is being Auslan interpreted.