Sydfest 2021 Program Disability Programming Initiative
Sydney Festival is committed to increasing the representation of artists with disability in the annual program. We believe we build stronger communities when a diverse range of artists tell their stories to a diverse range of audiences. As such, in December 2018 we launched a collaboration with Accessible Arts to invite artists with disability or who are Deaf to pitch projects for inclusion in the #SYDFEST program.
We received over 40 fantastic submissions for the 2020 Festival which were reviewed by an advisory team* who gave their time and expertise to ensure the criteria was met by all submissions. The standard was high and we now have plenty of work in progress but are still looking for more for the 2021 program.
What are we looking for?
Sydney Festival programs free events, visual arts, music, theatre, dance, large public installations, online events and everything in between
We look for exemplary artistic and cultural endeavours that are adventurous, international best practice and have something new to say to the world
We look for a strong aesthetic language, demonstrable artistic/cultural skills and an articulate story to tell
Successful projects often have multiple partners to help fund and present the work and a clearly articulated target audience
Applications close on 31st March 2020