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 Stage Left Productions - Transitions Transitions is a self-advocacy program through which disabled youth learn to use interactive performance to speak for themselves, to address concerns in their lives, and to advocate for their rights as members of the disability community so as to prepare for the transition from dependent child to independent adult. This Forum Theatre performance is interactive, and invites the audience to join us in figuring out how high school can be a more integrated and positive experience for disabled youth and identity development.
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Alan Shain - Time to Put My Socks On Smashing Stereotypes and Stage Left Productions have teamed up to bring you the sequel to the critically acclaimed Still Waiting for that Special Bus. A year ago Alan impressed Linda, dragging his walker and himself up two flights of stairs to dance with her. But now, on their first anniversary, Linda wants to talk about love, sex, passion and where to put the couch! Will Alan impress her now? Warning: Mature content and adult language.
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David Roche - The Church of 80% Sincerity David Roche has transformed the lessons of lifelong facial disfigurement into a compelling message that leaves audiences entertained and encouraged to face their own personal challenges. The story of his journey from shame to strength opens hearts to courage, laughter and inspiration. In The Church of 80% Sincerity, he weaves childhood memories, scars, dreams, desires, and every day human experiences into a funny, moving and absolutely mesmerizing evening of theatre.
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Lisa Bufano - five open mouths Lisa Bufano is an interdisciplinary artist, and an award-winning animator and doll-maker whose recent initiation into performance based work has led to an international collaboration and support with the University of Linz. Lisa has been the focus in art and media for publication and broadcast, including projects with Hugh Kretschmer (photographer), Joel-Peter Witkin (photographer), and the BBC, among others. Lisa is a School of the Museum of Fine Arts and Tufts University graduate.
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Bonnie Sherr Klein - Shameless: the ART of Disability Art, activism and disability are the starting point for what unfolds as a funny and intimate portrait of five surprising individuals. Director Bonnie Sherr Klein (Not a Love Story) has been a pioneer of women's cinema and an inspiration to a generation of filmmakers around the world. SHAMELESS: the ART of Disability marks Klein's return to a career interrupted by a stroke in 1987. Always the activist, she now turns the lens on the world of disability culture and, ultimately, the transformative power of art.
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The SOS Players - Mind Your Head Edmonton, Alberta Readers' Theatre The Speaking of Schizophrenia (SOS) Players are people living with severe and persistent mental illness who present plays to educate the public about the realities of their condition. By writing, creating, and performing their own stories, the players empower themselves and the audience to look past the stigma of mental illness, taking ownership of a complex and terrifying disease.
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AAFS - Emerging Artism As part of the opening night gala of Balancing Acts6, the Autism Asperger's Friendship Society is featuring three fine artists in the Fine Arts Gallery. Look for the visual art of Rachel Mack, Geoff Barber, and Shawn Belanger.
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In-definite Arts - Visual Art Exhibit In-Definite Arts provides a community-based creative arts program, for artists who have developmental disabilities, in an environment that is rich in color, comfort, camaraderie, and creativity. These four elements are reflected in both the artistic expression of the artists and the social interaction of this welcoming community. In a respectful and supportive space, artists communicate, experiment, and express themselves through various chosen mediums: fiber arts, ceramics, woodworking, glass, jewelry, collage, sculpture, drawing, and painting.
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Studio C - Visual Art Exhibit Studio C is a unique integrated community art and resource centre - a venue where disabled and non-disabled artists can achieve collaboration, inspiration and immersion within Calgary's art community. Visual art is a universal language that everyone has the right to explore and benefit from. Participation in the visual arts creates opportunities for uninhibited self expression, self development, community growth, and transformation.
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Stage Left Productions
- Disability Culture Exploration Calgary, Alberta Panel presentation, open discussion, and reception What exactly is disability art & culture? Come find out how Alberta has made more contributions to Canada's disability arts and culture movement than any other province. Learn about Canada's Disability Arts & Culture Network and how you can be involved, hear about different perspectives on disability art, and tell us what you think!
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