Australian artists and performing arts organisations are increasingly aware of the need to make their works accessible for differently abled audiences; Auslan-interpreted performances and ‘relaxed performances’ suitable for children with autism spectrum disorder and sensory and communication disorders are among the options now available.
But disabled audiences still miss out on a great many arts experiences – and equally arts organisations miss out on potential audiences. Almost one in five Australians reports having a disability, which adds up to four million potential ticket-buyers who could be excluded from your events without appropriate access adjustments.
