Charlene Salter

[Francesca Martinez @chessmartinez]

My friend, Renu Arora, has just had her Access To Work CUT by 80%.
She has just been commissioned to write a piece about her near-death experience but can't go ahead without her support package in place.
The rhetoric that the government want disabled people to 'get back to work' is cruelly ironic when vital support is being withdrawn, leaving talented artists like Renu unable to take advantage of their creative opportunities.
Please read her words below and sign her petition!

"This project is my life’s work. It is my purpose.
But as an artist who now lives with disability, I cannot work in a vacuum. My access support is the bedrock that allows me to work, to thrive, to create, and to exist in the world.
Facing an 80% cut means the complete dismantling of my team that makes the work possible. I operate at this level of the industry precisely because of them. My RSC history.. My BBC work.. The Burgundy Book - which has just been awarded Arts Council England investment… can only happen because of Access to Work. Take that away, and I cannot work. It takes a full time, deeply dedicated team to make art at this massive scale a reality.
Facing an 80% cut means losing my bridge to the outside world. Without that support, I cannot attend work meetings. I cannot attend appointments. I cannot go to the theatre.
Facing an 80% cut means being entirely housebound. It means being profoundly isolated from the very industry and community I have devoted the last twenty years of my life to.
To have the foundational pillars of support that enable me to do my job and exist at the level of my peers, stripped away so drastically - is terrifying and inhuman. My work is my connection to the world.
It is the reason I came back.
It is purpose.
We cannot let that be taken away. Thank you to everyone standing with me to ensure it isn't.
Please keep signing. Please keep sharing. The world needs to know what is at stake."
Link:
https://t.co/oPpAU4NUim

[Triple A Performer @TriplePerformer]

Orlando Bloom speaks about the importance of resilience and believing in his abilities, which helped him navigate challenges around dyslexia.

Dyslexia doesn't have to be a barrier to a career in acting, as long as the right support systems/ techniques are in place.

#Dyslexia

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

We're looking for participants!

We've got spaces in Spring Back for the spring term.

Want to meet new people, develop confidence, resilience, etc?

Interested in drama and performance?

If we've got your attention, visit our website to find out more!

#takepart #SpringBack

[Zak Williams @zakwilliams]

Dad, on what would be your 73rd birthday, I remember you for all the hope and joy you brought to the world. There's not a week that goes by without someone sharing with me how you helped them through a dark time or a rough patch. I'm so grateful to be your son. Love you forever.

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

Tired of seeing the same autistic media tropes over and over?

Join Cian for this week’s unfiltered episode of #AccessNotDenied as he breaks down autistic clichés, how to spot them and what we can do to overcome them.

Head to YouTube for full explainer:

https://t.co/rSXU8M5QwO

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

Why is the medical model of disability seen as problematic?

What is the social model of disability?

What does it look like in everyday life?

Let Cian show you in today’s #AccessNotDenied!

Go to our YouTube for the full break down
https://t.co/EhdAxnqk4q

#DisabilityPrideMonth

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

Over the moon to win at @LDAwards2024

The ‘Breaking Down Barriers’ award is a fab recognition of the artists' brilliant work across our programmes, consulting in TV and film or with #TransformingLeadership.

Their lived experience, skill & passion for inclusion drive everything!

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

Tune into our YouTube next week on #LearningDisabilityWeek for the launch of our new explainer series on learning disabilities, autism and the arts.

Hosted by Cian Binchy and co-created with AAA’s team of industry experts and neurodivergent professionals.

#AccessNotDenied

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

Do you want to be on the board of Access All Areas?

We're recruiting!!

AAA are looking for two new trustees with experience in the TV or Film industry or in Human Resources.

If you think that might be you, click below to find out more.
🔗https://t.co/G7poTmj2x1

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

Considering applying to be one of our new trustees?

Listen to Access All Areas co-chair's @SarahPickthall & @ChSalter talk about how enriching it is to be part of a board that embraces inclusive governance.

[Adjoa Andoh @andoh_adjoa]

And… We’re back! 🐝 💜✨🥰🌈🙌🏾
@bridgerton @shondaland #Bridgerton

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

1/3 Do you want to see how we made the whole #Imposter22 experience more accessible for our audiences and artists? Check out some of Luke’s top tips for venue access in our video below. 👇

[Royal Court @royalcourt]

📢 You have one week left to submit a memory of seeing D/deaf, Disabled or neurodivergent work for The Unfinished Archive.

This can be a memory of any performance at any venue. Be it theatre, dance, music or another dramatic form.

[DIY Theatre Company @diytheatreco]

Our latest news has landed! ✨🗞️

This month, delve into Charlotte and Amy’s residentials across the UK with Transforming Leadership.

Read more today 👋

https://t.co/WNnR7ebYVS

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

Charlene and Nick had a great time chatting about work today with the National Theatre of Korea.

Enjoy the rest of your stay here @NTCK_ !

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

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"It has been an honour to work with the @royalcourt and I've really learnt and grown so much being part of #Imposter22."

After 5 years of crafting a nuanced character, Charlene took up the stage as the kind-hearted Chloe night after night and lived up to the honour!

[Royal Court @royalcourt]

Watch the ★★★★★ 'captivating' (The Reviews Hub) #BlueMistRC for just £10 this weekend.

Use code WEEKEND10 at checkout. The code applies to tonight's performance, as well as tomorrow's matinee and evening performances.

🎟️Book now: https://t.co/Sls9M7JkNk

📸 Ali Wright

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

“Different actors have different processes. When you are working with autistic talent or any talent you adapt & they adapt to the situation”

@eddie_sternberg on our work with Leo Long

Cast & crew in Eddies words “actually amazing”

#IUsedToBeFamous still available @NetflixUK

[Access All Areas @AAA_Prods]

Last chance to see the amazing #Imposter22 at @royalcourt this evening.

The associate artists can't wait to give this final performance everything they've got!

Just few tickets left - get yours now!

🎟 https://t.co/W6DE1Ox660
📆 Today
��The Royal Court Theatre