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INTERACTING
Empowering Dreams, Celebrating Abilities
Where Every Act, Dance, and Film Tells a Story
InterAct Festival 2024
23 - 25 October
Well the party is over, and what a blast!
Our annual InterACT Festival at Corbans Estate Arts Centre, Henderson, attracted more than 200 disabled performers, and a massive number of visitors.
We are proud to provide an ​opportunity for disabled artists and performers to express their talents. You are all 'Stars," and yes, we could see you shining!​​​
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As well as on-stage performances, the festival included an art exhibition, a wearable arts costume parade, dance, drama and music workshops, film, craft making, and a market for stall-holders.
We want to give a big shout out to all those who contributed to the festival, particularly our volunteers and sponsors. We couldn't do it without you!
Check below for photos of the festival fun, thanks to Hank Snell.
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Interacting offers community programs for people with disabilities, including theatre, dance and filmmaking. We provide a supportive and nurturing environment where individuals can boost their confidence, develop skills and showcase their talents on stage.
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At Interacting, we believe that the arts have the power to transcend barriers, celebrate diversity, and enrich the lives of all who participate.
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Through performance, filmmaking and advocacy, Interacting aims to challenge stereotypes, promote understanding, and foster a sense of belonging within the community.
Interacting also collaborates with local schools and disability organisations to reach a diverse range of individuals in the community.
About Us
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 collective participation in the performing arts
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Organise and develop drama workshops and to promote other performing arts including but not limited to dance, music and filmmaking
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Train people to run workshops for children and adults with special needs within the community 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 throughout the community.
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Promote the use of drama therapy and involvement in theatre of people with special needs
InterAct Festival
Through live performances, wearable arts parades, drumming, singing, and creative workshops, InterAct fosters the talent of people with disabilities and provides an environment in which everybody can thrive. The InterAct Festival was established in 2011 and is presented by the Interacting Theatre Trust.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
