{"id":520,"date":"2019-08-27T08:34:45","date_gmt":"2019-08-27T08:34:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/disabilityartsinternational.flywheelsites.com\/?post_type=artists&#038;p=520"},"modified":"2022-07-25T09:17:20","modified_gmt":"2022-07-25T09:17:20","slug":"graeae-theatre-company","status":"publish","type":"artists","link":"https:\/\/www.disabilityartsinternational.org\/artists\/profiles\/graeae-theatre-company\/","title":{"rendered":"Graeae Theatre Company"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Graeae is a force for change in world-class theatre, presenting a unique approach which:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>boldly places disabled artists centre-stage in a diversity of new and existing plays<\/li>\n<li>pioneers a radical dramatic language by exploring the &#8216;aesthetics of access&#8217;, creatively embedding a range of tools such as audio description and sign language from the very beginning of the artistic process<\/li>\n<li>explores new territory and theatrical genres \u2013 from contemporary classics to musicals, to outdoor circuit\u2026 with sway poles and giant puppets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Graeae champions the inclusion of Deaf and disabled people in the arts through:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>intensive actor and writer training initiatives<\/li>\n<li>access support for creative and learning situations<\/li>\n<li>empowering workshops for young artists, led by inspiring role models<\/li>\n<li>a range of training models for the creative sector \u2013 from inclusive practice for drama schools, through to accessible e-marketing for theatre venues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"author":158,"featured_media":725,"template":"","tags":[],"artist-theme":[99,102,98],"artform":[12],"curated":[32,15,31],"country":[7],"acf":{"simple_layout":false,"featured_image":"","featured_image_alt_text":"","strapline":"A force for change in world-class theatre, breaking down barriers, challenging preconceptions and boldly placing disabled artists centre stage; championing accessibility and providing a platform for new generations of Deaf and disabled talent.","artistic_directors":"Jenny Sealey MBE","contact_name":"Richard Matthews","contact_title":"Marketing and Development Manager","company_address":"Graeae Theatre Company\r\nBradbury Studios\r\n138 Kingsland Road\r\nLondon E2 8DY\r\nUnited Kingdom","company_email":"info@graeae.org","company_url":"http:\/\/www.graeae.org","twitter":"graeae","facebook_url":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/graeae","instagram_url":"","wrap_around_work":"Graeae tour internationally with training and learning programmes, collaborate with local arts organisations and work with the British Council to maximise impact of the work. In addition, we offer post-show discussions, masterclasses and conference presentations on themes related to the show and also the Graeae ethos.\r\n\r\nGraeae is led by Artistic Director, Jenny Sealey MBE, who also co-directed the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Paralympic Games.","press_comments":"<blockquote>'There are no limitations here, just glorious liberation.'<\/blockquote>\r\nThe Guardian\r\n<blockquote>'A beacon of the arts.'<\/blockquote>\r\nHuffington Post\r\n<blockquote>'The UK\u2019s leading professional theatre company for disabled and deaf actors.'<\/blockquote>\r\nThe Independent\r\n<blockquote>'Graeae rightly holds iconic status nationally and internationally for the innovation and quality of its work. It plays a vital part in the cultural life of this country.'<\/blockquote>\r\nRuth Mackenzie, Director of the London 2012 Cultural Olympiad","video":null,"photo_slider":[{"upload_photo":725,"photo_title":"The Iron Man","copyright_text":"Alison Baskerville 2013","alt_text":"Four actors on shed roofs. ","long_desc":"A photograph from The Iron Man by Graeae Theatre Company depicting four actors in boiler suits. Two are sat on one shed roof, on on the shed, a an actor is on the roof, and another is on a ladder climbing down. The sheds are green. In the background, there is a metal torso of a   huge robot. "},{"upload_photo":724,"photo_title":"The Garden","copyright_text":"Alison Baskerville 2013","alt_text":"A man suspended in the air reaching downwards.","long_desc":"A photograph from The Garden by Graeae Theatre Company depicting a man suspended in the air reaching downwards. He is wearing a stripey shirt and jeans. 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Overnight, Tammy Frascati is born and Sue finds herself hurtling to stardom and Las Vegas, signing the songs of her favourite Divas, Billie Holiday, Dusty Springfield, Ella Fitzgerald & Gloria Gaynor.\r\n\r\nCaroline Parker gives a virtuoso performance as Sue and her alter ego Tammy as she takes us on a journey of fame, frocks and false eyelashes battling with true love from Bingley Bridge.\r\n\r\n\u201cThe real fun is in watching Parker adding her hysterical touches to well-worn tunes\u2026. has the potential to attract a huge following\u201d The Stage\r\n\r\n\u201cParker is a warm and engaging presence, and it all slips down as \u00adeasily as iced frascati\u201d. The Guardian\r\n\r\n\u201cA remarkable piece of theatre from disabled-led company Graeae\u201d. British Theatre Guide","extra_information":"The show is 55 minutes long with no interval and is suitable for small scale indoor auditoriums. 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