Moving ‘Above and Beyond’

There’s not doubt about it. The UK has a strong disability arts sector, and one which is growing increasingly prominent, with organisations like Graeae theatre and dance company, CandoCo, rising to become well-known names outside the disability arts umbrella. Intense debates surrounding issues such as access and equality have also helped push the cause for disabled people in the arts. But while these discussions have played an integral part in developing policies and raising awareness, the focus of a major UK disability arts festival taking place later this year will be to celebrate the work itself.