Alter State Gathering: Friday
Description
Explore the world of screen, gaming and creative careers. Participate in multiple sessions, come and go as you like. Open to film makers and creatives of all kinds.
These sessions will make professional networking more welcoming and inclusive for everyone. Learn practical insights and new ideas for the future of inclusive creative industries.
Don’t miss out on this co-design for the future of Deaf and Disabled creatives across Australia.
Join us after the Gathering for a showing of TOUCH COMPASS at the Round. More info below.
Agenda
- 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Arrival
Light lunch provided.
- 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Salon - Aunty’s Place
The Salon is a new experience open to emerging and established artists, grounding us all in community and collaboration. Together we’ll be weaving the tapestry of our community, connected through yarning to create an inclusive future for us all.
- 1:30 pm - 2:40 pm
Circular Discussion – Disabled Screen Stories Reaching Mainstream Audience
In this session, filmmakers and game developers share how their stories have connected with audiences around the world. Learn how they told these screen stories and the accessible (or not so accessible) path they took to get there. This isn’t your typical panel discussion. You are invited to take part in a creative and tactile way.
- 2:40 pm - 3:00 pm
Break
Afternoon tea provided.
- 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Market Co-Design
This session packs in multiple opportunities to have your say on what an accessible marketplace can be. Market leaders (directors, CEOs) from across Australia will be joining Deaf and Disabled artists to discuss what inclusion for pitching, presenting and spaces means to them. There are many ways to contribute, including: - Phone for voice messaging - Writing stations - Relaxed space for quiet contemplation - Spaces inside and outside - Industry experts for questions - Community guides who want to make sure your voice is heard You can move from station to station.
Access
Audio Describer Guides will be available during this event.
Service Dogs will have access to artificial grass in Fed Square or real grass between Fed Square and the River. Companion animals welcome.
The Edge has sunken steps inside this room so not everyone will be able to access all levels, however all will be able to experience the sessions.
At this event there will be access to a quiet space and various calm spaces.
Find more access info for The Edge on the Fed Square website.
Please contact info@artsaccess.com.au for avent access enquiries.
Add-on event
WHITE Noise by Touch Compass
Watch the live performance of WHITE Noise by Touch Compass in person at The Round.
An accessible free coach will depart from the Russell Street Extension (near Fed Square) to The Round in Nunawading.
Food and beverages are available for purchase from The Round’s cafe and bar before the show.
5:45 PM – Bus departs city (Russell Street Extension) to The Round
7:30 PM – Tactile tour
7:45 PM – Doors open
8:00 PM – Show starts
9:15 PM – Show finishes
9:15 PM – 9:40 PM – Q and A
10:00 PM – Bus departs The Round to city (Russell Street Extension)
Please note that tickets to The Gathering and WHITE NOISE must be purchased seperately.
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