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🎉We’re proud to announce that The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded us funding for a major project to save the stories of the Disability Arts movement from being lost.

Introducing ‘Cripping Culture: A Journey into Disability Arts Heritage’ ➡️ disabilityarts.online/magazine/new...

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Are you interested in our Artistic Director role?

We're holding a webinar on Thursday 11th December at 6pm where you can find out more about the role, and ask questions.

Find out more about the job & register to attend ↓
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November 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Homotopia are entering a new era and are looking for an Executive Director to drive the charity forward with innovative, ambitious, and inclusive leadership.

Closing - 08 Dec
Location - Liverpool
££ - £37K-£43K

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November 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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We are looking for a Heritage Project Coordinator to support our landmark project, ‘Cripping Culture: a Journey into Disability Arts Heritage’.

Closing - 08 Dec
Location - Remote/Brighton
££ - £32K FTE

Find out more & how to apply ↓
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November 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Join a BSL-interpreted tour of the ‘Expecting: Birth, Belief and Protection’ display at Wellcome Collection.

When - 29 Nov
Where - London
Cost - Free

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November 26, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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In this years Orwell Lecture, experimental psychologist Steven Pinker considers the ‘prophecies’ made by George Orwell in his influential book Nineteen Eighty-Four.

When - 04 December
Where - Southbank Centre
Cost - From £20

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November 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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The Snow Queen – A Woodland Adventure features sing-along songs, puppetry, dance, and snowy surprises. A heartwarming tale that celebrates friendship, kindness, and the magic of helping others.

When - 13 Dec
Where - London
Cost - £14

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November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Lose yourself in the world of fashion runway shows past, present and future, in this immersive experience created in collaboration with Anna Wintour and Vogue editors and narrated by Cate Blanchett.

When - 17 Dec - 10 Jan
Where - Manchester
Cost - £10-£35

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November 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Enjoy the magic of Cinderella with BSL interpreted, relaxed, dementia friendly and Audio Described performances.

When - 22 November - 31 December
Where - @hackneyempire.bsky.social
Cost - £10-£46

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An image of Cinderella, the Ugly Sisters, the Wicked Stepmother and the Fairy Godmother posing against a snowy background with Hackney Empire in the background and the title CINDERELLA in bold pink lettering.
November 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Join Wellcome Collection for a day of activities to explore what the climate means to you.

When - 22 November
Where - London
Cost - Free

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A group of people standing around a table taking part in a paper marbling activity in a brightly lit studio.
November 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Process as Practice: Priya Mistry aka whatsthebigmistry takes over the DAO magazine.

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November 21, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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The Moonwalkers tells the stories of the Apollo missions of the 1960s and ‘70s, reflecting their gripping journeys at spectacular scale.

When - 16 Dec - 11 Jan
Where - Manchester
Cost - £10-£35

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November 21, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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The Old Vic Theatre are looking for a Commercial Event Duty Manager to support the smooth running of private hires and commercial events within the theatre and Backstage.

Closing - 23 November
Location - London
££ - £18.47 per hour

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November 20, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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We’re recruiting for a Project Coordinator to support the delivery of our three-year project ‘Cripping Culture: A Journey into Disability Arts Heritage’.

Closing - 08 Dec
Location - Hybrid (Remote + Brighton & Hove)
££ - £32K FTE

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November 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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🎭 Marlowe Theatre is recruiting for a Marketing Officer to build on their industry-leading work in developing relationships with their existing audiences.

Closing - 24 Nov
Location - Canterbury
££ - £31.5K

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November 20, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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📣We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated disabled leader to join our team as our first ever Artistic Director!

21 hours per week
Remote (UK)
£45K-£48K FTE

Apply by 19 January.

Find out more: disabilityarts.online/opportunity-...
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November 19, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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Celebrate the publication of two powerful and inspiring books by Sheku and Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason in a discussion chaired by Bernardine Evaristo.

When - 25 Nov
Where - London
Cost - From £20

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November 19, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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With huge state-of-the-art projections and a revolutionary sound system, Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away) invites you to experience the world through David Hockney’s eyes.

When - 16 Dec - 11 Jan
Where - Manchester
Cost - £10-£35

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A large David Hockney Artwork of a swimmer in a swimming pool, with audiences looking on.
November 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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‘Stories from the Disability Arts Movement don’t just deserve to be told, they demand it.’

Colin reflects on the need for our Cripping Culture project to preserve the memories of the Disability Arts movement & capture the achievements of its key figures.

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November 18, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Join @cripticarts.bsky.social and Alice Christina-Corrigan for CRIPtic Chats, an open space for deaf and disabled creatives to drop in, chat, and meet friendly new faces.

When - 26 November
Where - Online
Cost - Free

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November 17, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Join Claudia Hammond and a panel of experts as they delve into the history, evidence and mysteries around anaesthesia.

When - 27 Nov
Where - London
Cost - Free

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November 14, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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A healthy dose of realistic optimism at a time when we need it most: Shivam Chowdhary watches Daruma.

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November 14, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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Enjoy a captivating evening of poetry and music hosted by poet and author Joelle Taylor, featuring emerging and internationally acclaimed artists.

When - 27 Nov
Where - London
Cost - From £15

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November 14, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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New project will research and reveal stories behind half a century of the disability arts movement
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New project will research and reveal stories behind half a century of the disability arts movement
A new project to research and reveal 50 years of stories behind the rise of the disability arts movement has been awarded nearly £250,000 of National Lottery funding. Disability Arts Online (DAO) i…
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November 13, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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Are you an experienced Project Coordinator? We’re looking for someone to support the delivery of our 3 year project ‘Cripping Culture: A Journey into Disability Arts Heritage’.

14 hours per week
£32K FTE
Hybrid (remote + Brighton & Hove)

Apply by 8 Dec: disabilityarts.online/opportunity-...
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November 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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The Almeida Theatre is seeking someone with a keen eye for detail and a conscientious approach to all of their work to join them as Finance Officer.

Closing - 24 Nov
Location - Islington
££ - £31K-£35K

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November 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM