We are celebrating 20 years of Interacting!
Drama, Hip Hop dancing, and Filmmaking classes for people with intellectual disabilities in Auckland
Interacting provides ​opportunities for disabled artists and performers to express their talents. ​​ Our affordable classes include drama, Hip Hop dance and filmmaking. We provide a positive place where individuals can have fun, develop skills and showcase their talents. We currently have opportunities in Henderson, Manurewa and Howick.
Interacting is continuing to visit schools, service providers and activity centres with our FREE Acting2Advocate presentations. Our group of intellectually disabled actors perform scenes from their real lives showing how to stand up for their human rights. It's fun and interactive and part of our Enabling Good Lives programme. Click the link to find out more and contact john@interacting.org.nz.​
Planning for InterAct 2026 is underway
It's time to let us know about your performances and involvement in this years InterAct Disability Arts Festival, 21 - 23 October at Corbans Estate Arts Centre, Henderson.
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Register your interest to be involved with the festival by clicking the box or using the google form link below:
Link to register https://forms.gle/6GVKa6uRZcKDeton6
Our theme this year is 'Magical Moments.' It was suggested by an actor at Ranfurly Care in Epsom. You can use this as an inspiration for your performance, artwork or costume at this year's festival if you'd like to.
We are looking for performers, dancers, singers, actors, artists, film-makers, market stall holders, volunteers and sponsors. And of course, we'll need our wonderful audience members to come along. It's FREE, and a great opportunity for a day out.
Go to our festival page for more info and FAQ by clicking here: InterAct Festival 2026
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Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.
Email: john@interacting.org.nz
Interacting is in celebration mode this year. We are planning some special events and fundraisers so stay tuned. We are also going through the archives to produce a short documentary. If you have some media or testimonials that you would like to share then write to hank@interacting.org.nz
Interacting has joined Entertainment Book!
What does this mean? Every time an entertainment book is purchased, part of the proceeds goes to Interacting.
Help us raise funds so we can continue to deliver the classes, InterAct festival and A2A workshops to you! (Interacting needs to be selected as the chosen charity for proceeds to go to.)
What is the Entertainment book? It's a 'book' that is now an app of vouchers giving discounts such as 25% off or buy 1 get 1 free. You can use the app at many restaurants, fast food chains, and attractions such as the zoo, tenpin bowling, accommodations, retail and more!
You can share this with family and have up to 5 devices on each book (app).
Each book is $75 and can be used in Australia and Bali as well. The book lasts for 12 months.
To purchase, click on the link below or scan QR code (takes you directly to Interacting's fundraiser page.)
https://subscribe.entertainmentnz.com/fundraiser/9x71310
Thanks for helping and supporting us! Please also help share this with friends and family!
ps. If bought from the main website (rather than scanning code or clicking link), you need to type Interacting as the organisation to support.
OUR PURPOSE
VISION
To establish and maintain a number of performing arts opportunities for members of disabled communities.
PURPOSE
To empower Interacting members by giving them a voice in the community and by telling stories that break down barriers and advocate for a disability awareness.
VALUES
Respect peoples ability and encourage personal growth.
OUR GOALS
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Provide members of disabled communities with opportunities to tell stories through the performing arts.
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Organise and develop workshops including drama, dance, music and filmmaking
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Train people to run workshops for children and adults with special needs, especially focusing on training people from within the Maori and Pacific Island communities.
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Establish an ensemble theatre company of people with special needs to present plays and productions.
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Promote the use of drama therapy and involvement in theatre of people with special needs.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
