Empowering Dreams and Celebrating Abilities
Where Every Act, Dance, and Film Tells a Story!
INTERACTING
We are celebrating 20 years of Interacting!
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
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 start thinking about your performances and involvement in this years Disability Arts Festival. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.
Email: john@interacting.org.nz
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
