Industry Sessions: Setting The Stage for Disability Access
Industry Sessions: Setting The Stage for Disability Access
• 2025 • 42 min
AVAILABLE FOR 48H AFTER FIRST PLAY
Topics
Accessibility
Industry Sessions: Setting The Stage for Disability Access
• 2025 • 42 min
AVAILABLE FOR 48H AFTER FIRST PLAY
Film Information
Explore bold new works, innovative casting, and authentic storytelling serving as catalysts for more inclusive stage productions. Join artists and leading theaters as they discuss groundbreaking performances reshaping the theatrical landscape. With Bryan Velazquez, Omnium Circus; Christine Bruno, actor and disability equity consultant; Kim Weild, The Apothetae; Emma Minkoff, marketing department, The Public Theater; Ryan Haddad, actor and playwright. Moderated by: Alexa Smith.
Language
English
Country
US
Year
2025
Additional Information
The session was presented as part of the 2025 ReelAbilities Industry Summit: Disability Inclusion in Film + Performing Arts. The Summit brings together industry professionals to address accessibility, inclusion, and authentic disability representation across all areas of the film and performing arts industries. Participants explore beyond the basics, engaging with progressive best practices that drive systemic change and equity in the arts.
Industry leaders and Disabled creatives share their expertise and lived experience, offering practical tools to advance accessibility, foster inclusive production environments, and open pathways to deeper representation.
The ReelAbilities Industry Summit is presented annually as part of the ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York, in partnership with the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment. Learn More: ReelAbilities.org/summit
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