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Disabled artists call for more support beyond venue access

Artists say accessibility at arts venues has improved, but they want stronger support for disabled people’s creative work. Their comments argue that physical or practical access alone does not provide the opportunities needed for disabled artists to develop and present their work.

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Disabled artists say access at arts venues has improved, but more support is needed for their work.

The artists argue that opportunities for disabled people in the arts involve more than access to venues.

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How are arts organisations measuring whether improved access leads to greater opportunities for disabled artists?

Who decides which accessibility improvements receive priority and funding?

What barriers might remain for disabled artists even when venues are accessible?

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