On FOCAL POINT:
- Alex Andre chatted about fencing, a sport - martial arts, now being made accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. Details under Resources in Podcast Notes.
- Rebecca Young, CEO for access 2 Arts, spoke about audio described shows coming up, live and online. Rebecca also responded to the Artists at Work Taskforce report.
- Justine Crawford and Cassie Hames, from the Achilles runners club in Adelaide, shared news on their preparation along - with a number of other athletes - for taking part in the City to Bay event, 21st September.
- Jeremy Moses invited all to his show at this year's Melbourne Comedy Festival - with audio description; tactile tour; and there is a relaxed show. More details under Resources in podcast Notes.
Resources:
- Blind Fencing Come'n'try event/Open Day: Sunday 28 September, 10:00am to 11:30am Sydney Academy of Fencing; Building 2, Level 1; 190 Bourke Road; Alexandria NSW 2015 For more information/RSVP email: [email protected]
- Access 2 Arts: http://www.access2arts.org.au
- Achilles Australia: https://www.achillesaustralia.org.au/
- "Jeremy Moses is HARD TO WORK WITH" October 8-12, Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Evatt Room. Call 03 9660 9666 or go to: https://www.melbournefringe.com.au/whats-on/events/jeremy-moses-is-hard-to-work-with
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