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SUMMARY:“Waiting for the Bus” Script Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Art Spark Texas along with members of TILT Performance Group and ATX Theatre ConFab producers for a developmental reading of James Burnside’s “Waiting for the Bus\,” a new play on America’s long and troublesome history of institutionalizing people with disabilities. \nSynopsis: The history of the institutionalization of disabled people\, particularly people with intellectual and developmental disabilities\, in America began in the 1840s with the noble notion of “Moral Therapy.” That what would “cure” these people was light\, fresh air\, good food\, and honest work. Large gothic facilities were built in the countryside\, and they rapidly became overcrowded\, poorly maintained\, and poorly staffed while “patients” were subjected to all manner of experimental “procedures.” This play could easily have been just another horror show​. And that would certainly be a large portion of the truth\, but lost would be the humanity of the people who lived in these institutions—people with hopes and dreams and love\, people with family and friends. \nAfterwards\, stay for a talk led by AST Executive Director Celia Hughes where you can gain new perspectives about what it’s like to live with or without accommodations directly from cast and audience members living with disabilities and from advocates who specialize in providing accommodations. \nTHIS IS THE PLACE where you can finally ask all those burning questions about exactly how to create events that are more accessible to ALL audiences—with the added benefit of witnessing methods in action during the reading. \nWe will provide ASL interpreting\, audio description\, and open captions.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/waiting-for-the-bus-script-workshop/
LOCATION:Ground Floor Theatre\, 979 Springdale Road\, Suite 122\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,ASL Performances,Audio Described Performances
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SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance of  "A Christmas Carol"
DESCRIPTION:Audio Described by Art Spark Texas\nContact the Art Spark Texas office if you have questions about run times or scheduling your transportation. We recommend you arrive at least one-half hour before curtain to pick up your headset at the customer service desk. We hope to see you at the theater. \nZach Theatre Ticket Information \nAustin’s most rockin’ holiday tradition returns to make merry with new music and surprises to get the party started. ZACH’s inspired adaptation of the Dickens’ classic is a musical sleigh ride through rhythm and time\, infusing the traditional Victorian story with a score that spans all genres and eras. This family-friendly spectacular creates an infectious spirit that has everyone dancing in the aisles. Celebrate the season with the loving Cratchit family and three soulful ghosts as they take Ebenezer Scrooge on a joyride to rediscover his heart and love for human kindness. \nAge recommendation: 6 and up \nASL Interpreted\, Audio Described\, and Open Captioned: Wednesday\, December 4\, 2019 \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-of-a-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:The Topfer at ZACH Theatre\, 202 South Lamar Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:ASL Performances,Audio Described Performances,Open Captioned Performances
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SUMMARY:AD/ASL/OC Performance of “Matilda The Musical”
DESCRIPTION:Take a journey through the world of the Tony Award®-winning hit\, Roald Dahl’s “Matilda The Musical!” Matilda is an extraordinary little girl who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. When she has finally had enough of her unscrupulous parents and tyrannical headmistress\, she enlists the help of her friends—and favorite teacher Miss Honey—and bravely takes matters into her own hands to become the biggest little hero. “Matilda” is sure to delight and empower audiences of all generations. \nAge recommendation: 6 and up \nRun time: Two hours and 30 minutes including one intermission \nThis performance is ASL interpreted\, audio described\, and open captioned. Visit ZACH Theatre online or call 512-476-0541 to purchase tickets and request audio description.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/ad-asl-oc-performance-of-matilda-the-musical/
LOCATION:The Topfer at ZACH Theatre\, 202 South Lamar Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,ASL Performances,Audio Described Performances,Open Captioned Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chad Dike":MAILTO:cdike@zachtheatre.org
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SUMMARY:One Million Elephants
DESCRIPTION:An inspired evening of storytelling\, knowledge sharing\, and awakening\, One Million Elephants is an inaugural event highlighting local justice-based Arts initiatives. \nEvent programming will feature multi-media presentations by local artists and changemakers\, including Austin-based filmmaker\, Kate Kirby\, Executive Director of Kindred Planet Productions\, and Director of feature documentary film\, Elephant Keeper\, and Art Spark Texas staff. \nSunday\, February 17th\, 4-6pm\nThe MakerSpace at Austin School of Film\n2200 Tillery Street\, Austin \nFree & open to general public\, suggested $10-20 donation (cash\, Paypal\, or Venmo accepted). \nWheelchair accessible facility. ASL interpreter\, Live Audio Description. Gender neutral bathroom onsite.\nAll ages. Free on-site parking. \nFor further information\, please visit our Facebook event page!
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/one-million-elephants/
LOCATION:Austin School of Film\, 2200 Tillery Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,ASL Performances,Audio Described Performances
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SUMMARY:AD/ASL Performance of “I Wander: A Meditation on Art and Mobility”
DESCRIPTION:As Tolkien famously wrote\, “Not all those who Wander are lost.” TILT Performance Group takes these words to heart in its newest original production “I Wander: A Meditation on Art and Mobility.” I Wander immerses audience members inside a real art studio\, where colorful characters like the muse of sleep\, a haughty art critic\, and the apparition of Vincent Van Gogh converge with many others to explore the question “What does it mean to wander\, anyway?” \nPurchase tickets online or call 512-297-9378. \nThis performance will have ASL interpretation and audio description.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/ad-asl-performance-of-i-wander-a-meditation-on-art-and-mobility/
LOCATION:Imagine Art\, 2830 Real Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,ASL Performances,Audio Described Performances
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CREATED:20181206T211836Z
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SUMMARY:AD/ASL/OC Performance of “Hedwig and the Angry Inch”
DESCRIPTION:Lift up your hands for the most groundbreaking\, heart-stomping\, gut-busting character ever to grace the stage! Created by John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask\, “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” is “the most exciting rock score written for the theatre since\, oh\, ever” says Time Magazine. Winner of two Obie Awards and four Tony Awards®\, Hedwig tells the story of “internationally ignored song stylist” Hedwig Schmidt\, a fourth-wall-smashing East German rock ‘n’ roll goddess who also happens to be the victim of a botched sex-change operation\, trying to find a place to belong in America. Join the outrageous and unexpectedly hilarious Hedwig as she shares her story backed by her rock-band “The Angry Inch” for an immersive rock gig\, stand-up comedy event that will ultimately inspire anyone who has felt life has given them an inch when they deserve a mile. \nAge recommendation: 13 and up for strong language and adult themes \nThis performance is ASL interpreted\, audio described\, and open captioned. Visit ZACH Theatre online or call 512-476-0541 to purchase tickets and request audio description.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-of-hedwig-and-the-angry-inch/
LOCATION:The Topfer at ZACH Theatre\, 202 South Lamar Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,ASL Performances,Audio Described Performances,Open Captioned Performances
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