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The VICTA Parent Network
VICTA started over 30 years ago as a local parent support network. Our reach has since spread over the entire country, but our original vision of bringing parents together for friendship and support hasn’t changed.
Here at VICTA, we have heard time and time again how the best advice has come from another parent, or how the Family Weekends we host give parents a chance to discuss issues and create solutions. It is vital in many aspects, not only for the child but also the parents, to be able to access the best possible information and we believe that parents are key to this.
We have therefore started our ‘Parent Network’. The aim of this project is to empower parents to support and advise one another, and run local events and groups to create networks of parents across the country. Our Parent Ambassadors that are part of this new scheme have first-hand experience living with and raising children who have a visual impairment. We believe that these are the people best placed to provide help and advice if you do have any concerns or encounter any problems.
To this end, we have a VICTA Parent Network Facebook group. This is a safe space for you as a parent to ask any questions or seek advice on any topic related to parenting a visually impaired child. Other parents and young adults in the group will provide answers, support and encouragement.
We currently have 8 Parent Ambassadors as part of the VICTA Parent Network. These Ambassadors are charged with being active members on the Facebook group, arranging local events for parents, and visiting schools and organisations as requested to promote the work of VICTA.
To become a Parent Ambassador, or for more information, please email parents@victa.org.uk
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Newham Cricket Club have asked us to share their Disability Cricket Open Day on Wednesday the 4th of August. ![]()
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It is being held at the Moore Pavilion and Flanders Playing Filed, at Napier Road, E6 25G, East Ham, London.![]()
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The event is free of charge and is open to everyone. Previous experience in cricket is not required as this day is for everyone to have a taster and a good time; have fun and meet likeminded people.![]()
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For any further information, or if there is anyone who will require assistance on the day, contact Owais by email on owaisniaz1@hotmail.com.
Don't miss out on this special event at the IF: Milton Keynes International Festival tomorrow!![]()
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Black Victorians: Pre-Show Tour for Blind and Visually Impaired People![]()
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Led by VocalEyes - describing the arts Audio Describer, Sophia Knox-Miller, with a personal introduction to the show and the company from Jeanefer Jean-Charles.![]()
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Saturday 24 July![]()
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Arrive at 2.15pm to register at the Peace Pagoda, North Willen Lake - Nearest postcode is MK15 0BA![]()
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The tour will provide background for the Black Victorians performance at 3pm, and is designed to enhance the experience of this performance, which is Audio Described.![]()
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To book a place (includes a ticket to see the 3pm show): Please email Ursula White (Access & Community Inclusion): Ursula.white@stables.org![]()
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Or find out more here: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/black-victorians-pre-show-tour-for-blind-visually-impaired-people![]()
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BucksVision Sight Concern Bedfordshire NAB - Sight Support for Northamptonshire please share! The Stables MK
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A Tour providing background for the Black Victorians at 3pm, designed to enhance the experience of this Audio Described performance
Guide Dogs UK's #TechForAll grant scheme is now live:For children with sight loss, technology is vital. That’s why we’ve launched our new Tech for All service which provides free iPads or iPhones to children with a vision impairment. Find out more on our website: bit.ly/3ifnijG![]()
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[Visual description: Image of a young service user laying on a rug outside looking at her iPad. The Guide Dogs logo is in the top left corner of the image on a blue background with the text ‘Tech for All’.]
Good morning! Our friends over at BucksVision are keen to promote and empower the voices of young people living with sight loss in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes. ![]()
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They would like to invite you to contribute to their new BucksVision blog and help them to create a space where people can reflect on a wide range of issues that are important to younger blind and partially sighted people.![]()
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They are also looking for Social Media Ambassadors. If you are a social media user and would like to contribute to their content or help them increase awareness of sight loss and their services through likes and shares, please do get in touch with Samantha Lah at BucksVision at slah@bucksvision.co.uk.![]()
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You can find out more about BucksVision on social media here:![]()
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As their services start to resume, they are actively looking at ways they can improve their engagement with younger people. They would therefore really value your feedback on how they can better support you, and other younger people in the area.![]()
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Please feel free to get in touch via email, or you can call 01296 329 683 and speak with Samantha directly.
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Last chance to apply to join our latest online workshop for parents. This session focusses on providing the best support to siblings and we'll be in knowledgeable hands with the workshop being provided by specialist charity Sibs - for brothers and sisters. ![]()
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The workshop takes place on Thursday 22 July at 7.30pm and you will need to pre-book your spot. ![]()
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Find out more and apply here: victaparents.org.uk/sibs/
Introduction to supporting siblings of disabled children with SIBS - victaparents.org.uk
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When: Thursday 22 July 2021, 7.30pm to 8.30pm Who: Parents of a child or young person with a vision impairment Location: Online virtual workshop Cost: £5 Closing date: Monday 19 July 2021 VICTA is pl...
We have some grant information to share with you from Guide Dogs UK who are offering 'Tech for All'.![]()
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Guide Dogs believe children with a vision impairment should have access to technology and so are launching 'Tech for All', offering a free Apple iPad or iPhone to children and young people (aged 3-18) with visual impairments, to use outside of school.![]()
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If you are interested in learning more about this scheme, please follow the link below or get in touch with Guide Dogs directly.![]()
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www.guidedogs.org.uk/getting-support/help-for-children-and-families/living-independently/assistiv...
Assistive technology for visually impaired children | Guide Dogs
www.guidedogs.org.uk
Guide Dogs Tech for All. A free iPad or iPhone for children in the UK with vision impairment. Find out more
Don’t forget we have some spaces available to run for #TeamVICTA in this years London Marathon! Train through those long summer days and run this October. Spread the word! 🌈The great weather has really put a spring in our running steps! We hope you’re feeling as ready to run as we are to make a real change in people’s lives who have been emotionally vulnerable over the last year. ![]()
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Run the 2021 London Marathon for VICTA and make the biggest difference to children and young adults who are blind or partially sighted. With your support, we can offer amazing opportunities to help rebuild confidence, combat isolation and look forward to bright, inclusive futures.![]()
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After an undoubtedly challenging year, we desperately need your support - be part of the team that does something amazing and makes the biggest difference to people’s lives!![]()
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Grab your place here: www.victa.org.uk/event/london-marathon/![]()
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#TeamVICTA #LondonMarathon
🙌 we hope to see you on the court! Sign up on the VICTA website! 🎾
An introduction to visually impaired tennis - Tennis Foundation
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Visually impaired tennis is a fantastic sport for those who are blind or partially sighted!Watch our guide to what is one of the fastest growing VI sports - ...
Feeling inspired by Wimbledon? Last chance to join us for a VI tennis taster day in Nottingham for 10 to 17 years, £5. Apply here before Monday: www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/vi-tennis-nottingham/ #VITennis #tennis
IF: Milton Keynes International Festival![]()
Saturday 10 to Friday 30 July![]()
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This year’s Festival extends across 21 days, giving people more time and space to enjoy events across the city, in parks and green spaces, as well as online.![]()
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With most of the programme free to attend, there is a focus on family-friendly and accessible events. The festival welcomes Assistance Dogs at all events.![]()
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Here is the programme of audio-described events which you may like to apply for tickets to as provided by the festival: ![]()
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Audio Described Guided Tour of Artworks ![]()
Saturday 24 July, from 12.15am to 1.30pm![]()
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This Audio Described Guided Tour is led by Bill Gee (the Festival’s Creative Director) with Ursula White (Access & Community Inclusion), and is designed for Blind and Visually Impaired People, and their Personal Assistants and Assistance Dogs.![]()
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Tickets can be booked by clicking on this link:![]()
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Very limited tickets are available - please only book if you are fully intending to come, thank you.![]()
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More Information about the four artworks that the Tour will visit:![]()
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Gaia by Luke Jerram: A stunning replica of Earth, featuring NASA imagery and an accompanying soundscape. Find out more: gaia-by-luke-jerram![]()
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Breathing Room by Anna Berry: An installation that people can move within, powered by mechanics to move as if breathing. Find out more: anna-berry-breathing-room![]()
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Arrivals + Departures: An artwork about birth, death and the journey in between, which displays names submitted by the public. Find out more: yara-davina-arrivals-departures![]()
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The Woodpeckers by Marco Barotti: Robotic woodpeckers transform signals from our phones into rhythmic beats. Find out more: marco-barotti-the-woodpeckers![]()
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These Tours, taken at a relaxed pace, will be operated within Covid-19 safety guidelines and can accommodate 12 people. ![]()
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Black Victorians: Pre-Show Tour for Blind and Visually Impaired ![]()
Led by VocalEyes Audio Describer, Sophia Knox-Miller![]()
Saturday 24 July: Arrive at 2.15pm to register at the Peace Pagoda, North Willen Lake - Nearest postcode is MK15 0BA.![]()
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The Tour will provide background for the Black Victorians performance at 3pm and is designed to enhance the experience of this performance, which is Audio Described.![]()
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Black Victorians is a dance performance, created by Artistic Director and Choreographer, Jeanefer Jean-Charles. The performance explores and challenges historical and contemporary perceptions of black people in history through choreography. ![]()
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Black Victorians is inspired by the discovery of hundreds of studio photographs of black men, women and children in England from the Victorian era, airbrushed from our society for over 100 years.![]()
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Before the 3pm performance of Black Victorians, the Tour will explore the Peace Pagoda setting for the performance, before meeting a member of the production’s company who will share how the performance has been created by Jeanefer Jean-Charles, working with designers, a composer, poet, writer and creative dance artists.![]()
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Find out more about Black Victorians here:![]()
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Vocal Eyes’ Audio Describer: Sophia Knox-Miller has many strings and ribbons to her bow. Coming from a background in dance and physical theatre, she has a passion for outdoor arts and access.![]()
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More about VocalEyes: vocaleyes.co.uk![]()
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Please book a place for this Free Tour:![]()
Email Ursula White (Access & Community Inclusion): ![]()
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General Festival Access Information![]()
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You can find out more about Access at the Festival here: ifmiltonkeynes.org/access![]()
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Here is list of events which Blind and Visually Impaired may be interested in coming to:![]()
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Earth Music Series: Baluji Shrivastav OBE![]()
Wednesday 21 July, 7.30pm![]()
Under Gaia (replica of the Earth)![]()
Middleton Hall, centre:mk, MK9 3EP![]()
Tickets £12.50![]()
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Running time: 60 minutes![]()
Virtuoso multi-instrumentalist Baluji Shrivastav OBE performs Moon-inspired ragas, accompanied by Nafees Irfan on tablas. The concert opens with a song by Linda Shanovitch.![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/baluji-shrivastav![]()
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Earth Music Series: Maya Youssef![]()
Thursday 29 July at 7.30pm![]()
Under Gaia (replica of the Earth)![]()
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Syrian musician Maya Youssef is hailed as ‘queen of the qanun’ - the 78-stringed Middle Eastern plucked zither. For her, the act of playing music is a life-affirming act - an antidote to what is happening across the world.![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/maya-youssef![]()
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Drake Music: Planted Symphony ![]()
Wednesday 14 - Sunday 18 July, 11am - 5pm ![]()
Campbell Park: Canalside![]()
FREE: No need to book![]()
Music and nature combine in this audio trail, using a sonic app to guide you to intriguing installations. Includes BSL, audio description, resting points and Subpacs available for Deaf and hard of hearing audience members.![]()
Suitable for adults and families with older children![]()
Please book a Subpac in advance by calling the Box Office 01908 280800 or emailing access@stables.org![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/drake-music![]()
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Gobbledegook Theatre: Cloudscapes![]()
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 July![]()
11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm ![]()
Running time is approximately 40 minutes![]()
Campbell Park: City Gardens![]()
FREE: Book a ticket ![]()
Cloudscapes is a wonderfully calming and restful outdoor experience that combines calm clouds, mindful moments, contentment and words, set in an outdoor cloud-gazing area.![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/gobbledegook-theatre-cloudscapes![]()
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The Stables Sessions: Live On The Bulbfield Stage![]()
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 July, From 12noon each day![]()
Each Session lasts approximately 45 minutes![]()
Campbell Park: The Bulbfield![]()
FREE: Book a ticket![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/the-stables-sessions-live![]()
A weekend of open-air live music performances in Campbell Park that place a spotlight ht on new sounds, emerging talent and unsigned artists.![]()
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Stand Up in The Park with comedians Russell Kane, Rich Hall and Angela Barnes![]()
Friday 23 July, 7.30pm (Gates 6.30pm)![]()
Campbell Park: Amphitheatre (nearest postcode MK9 3FT)![]()
Tickets: £27.50. Ages 16+![]()
The multi-award-winning TV regular, presenter, actor, author and scriptwriter Russell Kane, expertly crafted tirades and quick-fire banter from Rich Hall, and gloriously down-to-earth, straight talking wit from Angela Barnes.![]()
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Orchestra for the Earth: For the Trees ![]()
Saturday 24 July, 8pm (Gates 6.30pm)![]()
Campbell Park: Amphitheatre (Nearest postcode MK9 3FT)![]()
Tickets: £22.50, Under 24 years £11 ![]()
Soloist: Rebecca McNaught (cello)![]()
Conductor: John Warner![]()
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Frank Bridge: Moonlight (from the Sea Suite for Orchestra)![]()
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor Op 85![]()
Beethoven: 2nd Symphony in D Major Op![]()
Nature and music come together for this glorious concert to harness the power of music, inspiring audiences to love, understand and protect our planet, and also support the conservation charity Trees of Music.![]()
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The Festival also invites you to explore events including concerts and talks that are broadcast or live streamed online. Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/if-online![]()
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Follow the Festival on Social Media![]()
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On Facebook and Twitter: @IFMKfest![]()
Instagram: ifmkfest ![]()
Hashtag: #IFMKfest
You'd better step to it if you'd like to apply for our dance taster day for 10 to 13 years! Applications are closing soon!![]()
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Come and have a go at different dance styles this summer, have fun and give something new a try.![]()
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You'll be in the best hands with the dance professionals at Step Change Studios!![]()
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Apply for your child's place here: www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/dance-taster/![]()
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Any questions email activities@victa.org.uk
Pre-Teen Dance Taster Day with Step Change Studios
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When: 24 August 2021, 10am to 1pm Who: 10 to 13 years Location: The Abbey Centre, Great Smith Street, London, SW1P 3BU Cost: £5 per person Closing Date: 19 July 2021 Have you ever wanted to learn how...
We have been sent the following casting opportunity to share from Lucy Bevan Casting. Please see their information below and contact them directly at lucybevancasting@gmail.com with any questions. Thanks!![]()
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CASTING CALL FOR A BLIND/LOW VISION CHILD FOR NETFLIX ![]()
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Lucy Bevan Casting (‘Cruella’, ‘Beauty and the Beast’) is currently searching for a blind girl to play a key guest speaking role in an upcoming Netflix limited TV series. ![]()
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We are looking for a Caucasian girl who is blind or partially sighted/low vision between the ages of 6 -16 years old. The character is thoughtful, curious, intelligent and courageous. ![]()
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Must speak fluent English. Shooting in Europe in 2022. No previous acting experience is necessary.![]()
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Applications must be submitted by a teacher, parent or legal guardian. ![]()
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If your child would like to be considered please send their D.O.B, height, location and a recent photo in one email to Emily and Katie at lucybevancasting@gmail.com ![]()
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Please only submit your child if they meet the brief. ![]()
Every application will be considered, but we cannot respond to all applicants. We will be in touch if we would like to invite your child to audition. Thank you.![]()
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The Producer is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and prohibits all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment based ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law.
Some interesting opportunities available at Graeae Theatre Company, please see their post below for more information on their trainee leadership roles.Come help shape the future of Graeae & apply for one of our 4 new trainee roles! ![]()
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Apply by Mon 9 Aug -> graeae.org/about/recruitment/![]()
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A red and yellow graphic which reads: Apply for one of our 4 trainee leadership roles! We want to hear from you if you...are an arts progressional, identify as Deaf, disabled or neurodivergent, face access barriers to your career progressing. Trainee Producer: Manage the smooth running of Graeae's productions; Trainee Marketing & Development Manager: raise Graeae's profile locally, nationally & internationally; Associate Artist: Directing & Devising; Associate Artist: New writing & artist development. Apply by Monday 9 August, visit graeae.org. Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
British Blind Sport is hosting a free Have a Go Day in Hull & East Yorkshire. Find out more via their post below 👇
Have a Go Day Hull & East Yorkshire - British Blind Sport
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British Blind Sport Hull & East Yorkshire Have a Go Day 2021 Register for British Blind Sport’s Hull ‘Have a Go Day’! British Blind Sport is collaborating with Sight Support Hull & East Yorkshir...
Last chance to apply to join us for our Budgeting Workshop with The Money Charity! ![]()
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This free workshop is online at 10 to 11.30am on Tuesday 13 July 2021. You’ll cover tips and techniques to log your income and record your living costs, as well as find out about different budgeting apps to help you track it all. You will also find out ways to build a budget that works for you.![]()
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Find out more and apply for your place here: www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/budgeting-workshop/
Budgeting workshop with The Money Charity
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When: 10 to 11.30am, Tuesday 13 July 2021 Who: 18 to 29 year olds and VICTA Alumni (30+) Location: Zoom link Cost: Free The Money Charity workshops are designed to equip you with the tools to develop...
Join the VICTA Parent Portal and Sibs - for brothers and sisters, the UK’s only charity that supports siblings of young people with disabilities, for a parent focused online workshop to help you understand how to support your VI child’s siblings.![]()
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Find out more and apply for your place here: www.victaparents.org.uk/sibs/
Introduction to supporting siblings of disabled children with SIBS - victaparents.org.uk
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When: Thursday 22 July 2021, 7.30pm to 8.30pm Who: Parents of a child or young person with a vision impairment Location: Online virtual workshop Cost: £5 Closing date: Monday 19 July 2021 VICTA is pl...
We can’t wait to come together with our incredible Team VICTA runners and do something amazing! ![]()
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It’s not too late to join our 2021 October London Marathon team, sign up here and make a real difference to the lives of children and young adults who are blind or partially sighted. ![]()
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www.victa.org.uk/event/london-marathon-2021/![]()
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#TeamVICTA #LondonMarathon #LondonMarathon2021 #Marathon #Running #Fundraising #Run #LM21 #CharityTuesday
VICTA is delighted to have been selected as a winner and received a special mention in the Arts Award photography competition under the ‘Digital art/Mixed or other artforms’ category! ![]()
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Our winning photos were taken at our Photography course for 18+ in London. Our group proved that having a vision impairment doesn't mean you aren't creative and should always try a new skill if it's something you are interested in. Our six young people produced incredible images that reflected their own unique views of the world. ![]()
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The winning photo above shows the course in action with the group enjoying discussing photographic images. ![]()
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If you'd like to find out more about the course and see some of the photographs produced, you can read all about the trip here: www.victa.org.uk/photography/![]()
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#Photography #VICTA #ArtsAward
VICTA is delighted to have been selected as a winner and received a special mention in the Arts Award photography competition under the ‘Digital art/Mixed or other artforms’ category! ![]()
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Our winning photos were taken at our Photography course for 18+ in London. Our group proved that having a vision impairment doesn't mean you aren't creative and should always try a new skill if it's something you are interested in. Our six young people produced incredible images that reflected their own unique views of the world. ![]()
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The winning photo shows the course in action with the group enjoying discussing photographic images. The second photo, which received a special mention, shows one of the group out and about taking photographs of reflected images.![]()
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If you'd like to find out more about the course and see some of the photographs produced, you can read all about the trip here: www.victa.org.uk/photography/
If you're aged 14 to 17 you can join us for a climbing taster session at the awesome BigRock Climbing Centre in Milton Keynes!![]()
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Fully qualified instructors will be there to teach you the ropes, and help you tackle a number of different climbing routes. It's a great chance to try something new and get together will people your age this summer.![]()
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Applications close soon so make sure you get your name down before they do using this link:![]()
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www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/climbing-taster/
To stay up to date with VICTA’s latest activities and services to support you and your child, sign up here to receive email updates.
Contact VICTA
VICTA
5 Douglas House
32-34 Simpson Road
Fenny Stratford
Milton Keynes
MK1 1BA
T 01908 240831
admin@victa.org.uk
Follow us online!
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Newham Cricket Club have asked us to share their Disability Cricket Open Day on Wednesday the 4th of August. ![]()
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It is being held at the Moore Pavilion and Flanders Playing Filed, at Napier Road, E6 25G, East Ham, London.![]()
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The event is free of charge and is open to everyone. Previous experience in cricket is not required as this day is for everyone to have a taster and a good time; have fun and meet likeminded people.![]()
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For any further information, or if there is anyone who will require assistance on the day, contact Owais by email on owaisniaz1@hotmail.com.
Don't miss out on this special event at the IF: Milton Keynes International Festival tomorrow!![]()
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Black Victorians: Pre-Show Tour for Blind and Visually Impaired People![]()
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Led by VocalEyes - describing the arts Audio Describer, Sophia Knox-Miller, with a personal introduction to the show and the company from Jeanefer Jean-Charles.![]()
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Saturday 24 July![]()
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Arrive at 2.15pm to register at the Peace Pagoda, North Willen Lake - Nearest postcode is MK15 0BA![]()
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The tour will provide background for the Black Victorians performance at 3pm, and is designed to enhance the experience of this performance, which is Audio Described.![]()
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To book a place (includes a ticket to see the 3pm show): Please email Ursula White (Access & Community Inclusion): Ursula.white@stables.org![]()
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Or find out more here: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/black-victorians-pre-show-tour-for-blind-visually-impaired-people![]()
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BucksVision Sight Concern Bedfordshire NAB - Sight Support for Northamptonshire please share! The Stables MK
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A Tour providing background for the Black Victorians at 3pm, designed to enhance the experience of this Audio Described performance
Guide Dogs UK's #TechForAll grant scheme is now live:For children with sight loss, technology is vital. That’s why we’ve launched our new Tech for All service which provides free iPads or iPhones to children with a vision impairment. Find out more on our website: bit.ly/3ifnijG![]()
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[Visual description: Image of a young service user laying on a rug outside looking at her iPad. The Guide Dogs logo is in the top left corner of the image on a blue background with the text ‘Tech for All’.]
Good morning! Our friends over at BucksVision are keen to promote and empower the voices of young people living with sight loss in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes. ![]()
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They would like to invite you to contribute to their new BucksVision blog and help them to create a space where people can reflect on a wide range of issues that are important to younger blind and partially sighted people.![]()
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They are also looking for Social Media Ambassadors. If you are a social media user and would like to contribute to their content or help them increase awareness of sight loss and their services through likes and shares, please do get in touch with Samantha Lah at BucksVision at slah@bucksvision.co.uk.![]()
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You can find out more about BucksVision on social media here:![]()
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BucksVision![]()
www.twitter.com/bucksvision![]()
www.youtube.com/user/![]()
www.instagram.com/bucksvision143![]()
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As their services start to resume, they are actively looking at ways they can improve their engagement with younger people. They would therefore really value your feedback on how they can better support you, and other younger people in the area.![]()
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Please feel free to get in touch via email, or you can call 01296 329 683 and speak with Samantha directly.
This content isn't available right now
When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.
Last chance to apply to join our latest online workshop for parents. This session focusses on providing the best support to siblings and we'll be in knowledgeable hands with the workshop being provided by specialist charity Sibs - for brothers and sisters. ![]()
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The workshop takes place on Thursday 22 July at 7.30pm and you will need to pre-book your spot. ![]()
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Find out more and apply here: victaparents.org.uk/sibs/
Introduction to supporting siblings of disabled children with SIBS - victaparents.org.uk
victaparents.org.uk
When: Thursday 22 July 2021, 7.30pm to 8.30pm Who: Parents of a child or young person with a vision impairment Location: Online virtual workshop Cost: £5 Closing date: Monday 19 July 2021 VICTA is pl...
We have some grant information to share with you from Guide Dogs UK who are offering 'Tech for All'.![]()
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Guide Dogs believe children with a vision impairment should have access to technology and so are launching 'Tech for All', offering a free Apple iPad or iPhone to children and young people (aged 3-18) with visual impairments, to use outside of school.![]()
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If you are interested in learning more about this scheme, please follow the link below or get in touch with Guide Dogs directly.![]()
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Assistive technology for visually impaired children | Guide Dogs
www.guidedogs.org.uk
Guide Dogs Tech for All. A free iPad or iPhone for children in the UK with vision impairment. Find out more
Don’t forget we have some spaces available to run for #TeamVICTA in this years London Marathon! Train through those long summer days and run this October. Spread the word! 🌈The great weather has really put a spring in our running steps! We hope you’re feeling as ready to run as we are to make a real change in people’s lives who have been emotionally vulnerable over the last year. ![]()
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Run the 2021 London Marathon for VICTA and make the biggest difference to children and young adults who are blind or partially sighted. With your support, we can offer amazing opportunities to help rebuild confidence, combat isolation and look forward to bright, inclusive futures.![]()
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After an undoubtedly challenging year, we desperately need your support - be part of the team that does something amazing and makes the biggest difference to people’s lives!![]()
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Grab your place here: www.victa.org.uk/event/london-marathon/![]()
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#TeamVICTA #LondonMarathon
🙌 we hope to see you on the court! Sign up on the VICTA website! 🎾
An introduction to visually impaired tennis - Tennis Foundation
www.youtube.com
Visually impaired tennis is a fantastic sport for those who are blind or partially sighted!Watch our guide to what is one of the fastest growing VI sports - ...
Feeling inspired by Wimbledon? Last chance to join us for a VI tennis taster day in Nottingham for 10 to 17 years, £5. Apply here before Monday: www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/vi-tennis-nottingham/ #VITennis #tennis
IF: Milton Keynes International Festival![]()
Saturday 10 to Friday 30 July![]()
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This year’s Festival extends across 21 days, giving people more time and space to enjoy events across the city, in parks and green spaces, as well as online.![]()
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With most of the programme free to attend, there is a focus on family-friendly and accessible events. The festival welcomes Assistance Dogs at all events.![]()
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Here is the programme of audio-described events which you may like to apply for tickets to as provided by the festival: ![]()
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Audio Described Guided Tour of Artworks ![]()
Saturday 24 July, from 12.15am to 1.30pm![]()
Meet in Middleton Hall, centre:mk![]()
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This Audio Described Guided Tour is led by Bill Gee (the Festival’s Creative Director) with Ursula White (Access & Community Inclusion), and is designed for Blind and Visually Impaired People, and their Personal Assistants and Assistance Dogs.![]()
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Tickets can be booked by clicking on this link:![]()
ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/audio-described-tour-of-festival-artworks![]()
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Very limited tickets are available - please only book if you are fully intending to come, thank you.![]()
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More Information about the four artworks that the Tour will visit:![]()
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Gaia by Luke Jerram: A stunning replica of Earth, featuring NASA imagery and an accompanying soundscape. Find out more: gaia-by-luke-jerram![]()
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Breathing Room by Anna Berry: An installation that people can move within, powered by mechanics to move as if breathing. Find out more: anna-berry-breathing-room![]()
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Arrivals + Departures: An artwork about birth, death and the journey in between, which displays names submitted by the public. Find out more: yara-davina-arrivals-departures![]()
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The Woodpeckers by Marco Barotti: Robotic woodpeckers transform signals from our phones into rhythmic beats. Find out more: marco-barotti-the-woodpeckers![]()
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These Tours, taken at a relaxed pace, will be operated within Covid-19 safety guidelines and can accommodate 12 people. ![]()
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Black Victorians: Pre-Show Tour for Blind and Visually Impaired ![]()
Led by VocalEyes Audio Describer, Sophia Knox-Miller![]()
Saturday 24 July: Arrive at 2.15pm to register at the Peace Pagoda, North Willen Lake - Nearest postcode is MK15 0BA.![]()
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The Tour will provide background for the Black Victorians performance at 3pm and is designed to enhance the experience of this performance, which is Audio Described.![]()
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About the Performance:![]()
Black Victorians is a dance performance, created by Artistic Director and Choreographer, Jeanefer Jean-Charles. The performance explores and challenges historical and contemporary perceptions of black people in history through choreography. ![]()
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Black Victorians is inspired by the discovery of hundreds of studio photographs of black men, women and children in England from the Victorian era, airbrushed from our society for over 100 years.![]()
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Before the 3pm performance of Black Victorians, the Tour will explore the Peace Pagoda setting for the performance, before meeting a member of the production’s company who will share how the performance has been created by Jeanefer Jean-Charles, working with designers, a composer, poet, writer and creative dance artists.![]()
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Find out more about Black Victorians here:![]()
ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/black-victorians![]()
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Vocal Eyes’ Audio Describer: Sophia Knox-Miller has many strings and ribbons to her bow. Coming from a background in dance and physical theatre, she has a passion for outdoor arts and access.![]()
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More about VocalEyes: vocaleyes.co.uk![]()
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Please book a place for this Free Tour:![]()
Email Ursula White (Access & Community Inclusion): ![]()
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ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/black-victorians ![]()
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General Festival Access Information![]()
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You can find out more about Access at the Festival here: ifmiltonkeynes.org/access![]()
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Here is list of events which Blind and Visually Impaired may be interested in coming to:![]()
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Earth Music Series: Baluji Shrivastav OBE![]()
Wednesday 21 July, 7.30pm![]()
Under Gaia (replica of the Earth)![]()
Middleton Hall, centre:mk, MK9 3EP![]()
Tickets £12.50![]()
Seated concert, unreserved ![]()
Running time: 60 minutes![]()
Virtuoso multi-instrumentalist Baluji Shrivastav OBE performs Moon-inspired ragas, accompanied by Nafees Irfan on tablas. The concert opens with a song by Linda Shanovitch.![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/baluji-shrivastav![]()
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Earth Music Series: Maya Youssef![]()
Thursday 29 July at 7.30pm![]()
Under Gaia (replica of the Earth)![]()
Middleton Hall, centre:mk, MK9 3EP![]()
Tickets £12.50 ![]()
Seated concert, unreserved ![]()
Running time: 60 minutes![]()
Syrian musician Maya Youssef is hailed as ‘queen of the qanun’ - the 78-stringed Middle Eastern plucked zither. For her, the act of playing music is a life-affirming act - an antidote to what is happening across the world.![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/maya-youssef![]()
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Drake Music: Planted Symphony ![]()
Wednesday 14 - Sunday 18 July, 11am - 5pm ![]()
Campbell Park: Canalside![]()
FREE: No need to book![]()
Music and nature combine in this audio trail, using a sonic app to guide you to intriguing installations. Includes BSL, audio description, resting points and Subpacs available for Deaf and hard of hearing audience members.![]()
Suitable for adults and families with older children![]()
Please book a Subpac in advance by calling the Box Office 01908 280800 or emailing access@stables.org![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/drake-music![]()
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Gobbledegook Theatre: Cloudscapes![]()
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 July![]()
11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm ![]()
Running time is approximately 40 minutes![]()
Campbell Park: City Gardens![]()
FREE: Book a ticket ![]()
Cloudscapes is a wonderfully calming and restful outdoor experience that combines calm clouds, mindful moments, contentment and words, set in an outdoor cloud-gazing area.![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/gobbledegook-theatre-cloudscapes![]()
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The Stables Sessions: Live On The Bulbfield Stage![]()
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 July, From 12noon each day![]()
Each Session lasts approximately 45 minutes![]()
Campbell Park: The Bulbfield![]()
FREE: Book a ticket![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/the-stables-sessions-live![]()
A weekend of open-air live music performances in Campbell Park that place a spotlight ht on new sounds, emerging talent and unsigned artists.![]()
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Stand Up in The Park with comedians Russell Kane, Rich Hall and Angela Barnes![]()
Friday 23 July, 7.30pm (Gates 6.30pm)![]()
Campbell Park: Amphitheatre (nearest postcode MK9 3FT)![]()
Tickets: £27.50. Ages 16+![]()
The multi-award-winning TV regular, presenter, actor, author and scriptwriter Russell Kane, expertly crafted tirades and quick-fire banter from Rich Hall, and gloriously down-to-earth, straight talking wit from Angela Barnes.![]()
Website:![]()
ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/stand-up-in-the-park-comedy![]()
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Orchestra for the Earth: For the Trees ![]()
Saturday 24 July, 8pm (Gates 6.30pm)![]()
Campbell Park: Amphitheatre (Nearest postcode MK9 3FT)![]()
Tickets: £22.50, Under 24 years £11 ![]()
Soloist: Rebecca McNaught (cello)![]()
Conductor: John Warner![]()
Repertoire:![]()
Frank Bridge: Moonlight (from the Sea Suite for Orchestra)![]()
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor Op 85![]()
Beethoven: 2nd Symphony in D Major Op![]()
Nature and music come together for this glorious concert to harness the power of music, inspiring audiences to love, understand and protect our planet, and also support the conservation charity Trees of Music.![]()
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The Festival also invites you to explore events including concerts and talks that are broadcast or live streamed online. Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/if-online![]()
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Visit the website: ifmiltonkeynes.org![]()
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Follow the Festival on Social Media![]()
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On Facebook and Twitter: @IFMKfest![]()
Instagram: ifmkfest ![]()
Hashtag: #IFMKfest
You'd better step to it if you'd like to apply for our dance taster day for 10 to 13 years! Applications are closing soon!![]()
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Come and have a go at different dance styles this summer, have fun and give something new a try.![]()
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You'll be in the best hands with the dance professionals at Step Change Studios!![]()
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Apply for your child's place here: www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/dance-taster/![]()
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Any questions email activities@victa.org.uk
Pre-Teen Dance Taster Day with Step Change Studios
www.victa.org.uk
When: 24 August 2021, 10am to 1pm Who: 10 to 13 years Location: The Abbey Centre, Great Smith Street, London, SW1P 3BU Cost: £5 per person Closing Date: 19 July 2021 Have you ever wanted to learn how...
We have been sent the following casting opportunity to share from Lucy Bevan Casting. Please see their information below and contact them directly at lucybevancasting@gmail.com with any questions. Thanks!![]()
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Advert as supplied by Lucy Bevan Casting:![]()
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CASTING CALL FOR A BLIND/LOW VISION CHILD FOR NETFLIX ![]()
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Lucy Bevan Casting (‘Cruella’, ‘Beauty and the Beast’) is currently searching for a blind girl to play a key guest speaking role in an upcoming Netflix limited TV series. ![]()
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We are looking for a Caucasian girl who is blind or partially sighted/low vision between the ages of 6 -16 years old. The character is thoughtful, curious, intelligent and courageous. ![]()
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Must speak fluent English. Shooting in Europe in 2022. No previous acting experience is necessary.![]()
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Applications must be submitted by a teacher, parent or legal guardian. ![]()
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If your child would like to be considered please send their D.O.B, height, location and a recent photo in one email to Emily and Katie at lucybevancasting@gmail.com ![]()
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Please only submit your child if they meet the brief. ![]()
Every application will be considered, but we cannot respond to all applicants. We will be in touch if we would like to invite your child to audition. Thank you.![]()
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The Producer is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and prohibits all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment based ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law.
Some interesting opportunities available at Graeae Theatre Company, please see their post below for more information on their trainee leadership roles.Come help shape the future of Graeae & apply for one of our 4 new trainee roles! ![]()
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Apply by Mon 9 Aug -> graeae.org/about/recruitment/![]()
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A red and yellow graphic which reads: Apply for one of our 4 trainee leadership roles! We want to hear from you if you...are an arts progressional, identify as Deaf, disabled or neurodivergent, face access barriers to your career progressing. Trainee Producer: Manage the smooth running of Graeae's productions; Trainee Marketing & Development Manager: raise Graeae's profile locally, nationally & internationally; Associate Artist: Directing & Devising; Associate Artist: New writing & artist development. Apply by Monday 9 August, visit graeae.org. Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
British Blind Sport is hosting a free Have a Go Day in Hull & East Yorkshire. Find out more via their post below 👇
Have a Go Day Hull & East Yorkshire - British Blind Sport
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British Blind Sport Hull & East Yorkshire Have a Go Day 2021 Register for British Blind Sport’s Hull ‘Have a Go Day’! British Blind Sport is collaborating with Sight Support Hull & East Yorkshir...
Last chance to apply to join us for our Budgeting Workshop with The Money Charity! ![]()
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This free workshop is online at 10 to 11.30am on Tuesday 13 July 2021. You’ll cover tips and techniques to log your income and record your living costs, as well as find out about different budgeting apps to help you track it all. You will also find out ways to build a budget that works for you.![]()
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Find out more and apply for your place here: www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/budgeting-workshop/
Budgeting workshop with The Money Charity
www.victa.org.uk
When: 10 to 11.30am, Tuesday 13 July 2021 Who: 18 to 29 year olds and VICTA Alumni (30+) Location: Zoom link Cost: Free The Money Charity workshops are designed to equip you with the tools to develop...
Join the VICTA Parent Portal and Sibs - for brothers and sisters, the UK’s only charity that supports siblings of young people with disabilities, for a parent focused online workshop to help you understand how to support your VI child’s siblings.![]()
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Find out more and apply for your place here: www.victaparents.org.uk/sibs/
Introduction to supporting siblings of disabled children with SIBS - victaparents.org.uk
www.victaparents.org.uk
When: Thursday 22 July 2021, 7.30pm to 8.30pm Who: Parents of a child or young person with a vision impairment Location: Online virtual workshop Cost: £5 Closing date: Monday 19 July 2021 VICTA is pl...
We can’t wait to come together with our incredible Team VICTA runners and do something amazing! ![]()
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It’s not too late to join our 2021 October London Marathon team, sign up here and make a real difference to the lives of children and young adults who are blind or partially sighted. ![]()
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www.victa.org.uk/event/london-marathon-2021/![]()
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#TeamVICTA #LondonMarathon #LondonMarathon2021 #Marathon #Running #Fundraising #Run #LM21 #CharityTuesday
VICTA is delighted to have been selected as a winner and received a special mention in the Arts Award photography competition under the ‘Digital art/Mixed or other artforms’ category! ![]()
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Our winning photos were taken at our Photography course for 18+ in London. Our group proved that having a vision impairment doesn't mean you aren't creative and should always try a new skill if it's something you are interested in. Our six young people produced incredible images that reflected their own unique views of the world. ![]()
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The winning photo above shows the course in action with the group enjoying discussing photographic images. ![]()
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If you'd like to find out more about the course and see some of the photographs produced, you can read all about the trip here: www.victa.org.uk/photography/![]()
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#Photography #VICTA #ArtsAward
VICTA is delighted to have been selected as a winner and received a special mention in the Arts Award photography competition under the ‘Digital art/Mixed or other artforms’ category! ![]()
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Our winning photos were taken at our Photography course for 18+ in London. Our group proved that having a vision impairment doesn't mean you aren't creative and should always try a new skill if it's something you are interested in. Our six young people produced incredible images that reflected their own unique views of the world. ![]()
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The winning photo shows the course in action with the group enjoying discussing photographic images. The second photo, which received a special mention, shows one of the group out and about taking photographs of reflected images.![]()
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If you'd like to find out more about the course and see some of the photographs produced, you can read all about the trip here: www.victa.org.uk/photography/
If you're aged 14 to 17 you can join us for a climbing taster session at the awesome BigRock Climbing Centre in Milton Keynes!![]()
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Fully qualified instructors will be there to teach you the ropes, and help you tackle a number of different climbing routes. It's a great chance to try something new and get together will people your age this summer.![]()
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Applications close soon so make sure you get your name down before they do using this link:![]()
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www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/climbing-taster/
The VICTA Parent Network
VICTA started over 30 years ago as a local parent support network. Our reach has since spread over the entire country, but our original vision of connecting parents for friendship and support hasn’t changed.
Here at VICTA, we have heard time and time again how the best advice has come from another parent, or how the Family Weekends we host give parents a chance to discuss issues and create solutions. It is vital in many aspects, not only for the child but also the parents, to be able to access the best possible information and we believe that parents are key to this.
We have therefore started our ‘Parent Network’. The aim of this project is to empower parents to support and advise one another, and run local events and groups to create networks of parents across the country. Our Parent Ambassadors that are part of this new scheme have first-hand experience living with and raising children who have a visual impairment. We believe that these are the people best placed to provide help and advice if you do have any concerns or encounter any problems.
To this end, we have a VICTA Parent Network Facebook group. This is a safe space for you as a parent to ask any questions or seek advice on any topic related to parenting a visually impaired child. Other parents and young adults in the group will provide answers, support and encouragement.
To join the group, visit: facebook.com/groups/VICTAParentNetwork
We currently have 8 Parent Ambassadors as part of the VICTA Parent Network. These Ambassadors are charged with being active members on the Facebook group, arranging local events for parents, and visiting schools and organisations as requested to promote the work of VICTA.
To become a Parent Ambassador, or for more information, please email parents@victa.org.uk
Live from the VICTA Facebook Page…
Newham Cricket Club have asked us to share their Disability Cricket Open Day on Wednesday the 4th of August. ![]()
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It is being held at the Moore Pavilion and Flanders Playing Filed, at Napier Road, E6 25G, East Ham, London.![]()
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The event is free of charge and is open to everyone. Previous experience in cricket is not required as this day is for everyone to have a taster and a good time; have fun and meet likeminded people.![]()
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For any further information, or if there is anyone who will require assistance on the day, contact Owais by email on owaisniaz1@hotmail.com.
Don't miss out on this special event at the IF: Milton Keynes International Festival tomorrow!![]()
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Black Victorians: Pre-Show Tour for Blind and Visually Impaired People![]()
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Led by VocalEyes - describing the arts Audio Describer, Sophia Knox-Miller, with a personal introduction to the show and the company from Jeanefer Jean-Charles.![]()
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Saturday 24 July![]()
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Arrive at 2.15pm to register at the Peace Pagoda, North Willen Lake - Nearest postcode is MK15 0BA![]()
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The tour will provide background for the Black Victorians performance at 3pm, and is designed to enhance the experience of this performance, which is Audio Described.![]()
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To book a place (includes a ticket to see the 3pm show): Please email Ursula White (Access & Community Inclusion): Ursula.white@stables.org![]()
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Or find out more here: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/black-victorians-pre-show-tour-for-blind-visually-impaired-people![]()
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BucksVision Sight Concern Bedfordshire NAB - Sight Support for Northamptonshire please share! The Stables MK
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A Tour providing background for the Black Victorians at 3pm, designed to enhance the experience of this Audio Described performance
Guide Dogs UK's #TechForAll grant scheme is now live:For children with sight loss, technology is vital. That’s why we’ve launched our new Tech for All service which provides free iPads or iPhones to children with a vision impairment. Find out more on our website: bit.ly/3ifnijG![]()
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[Visual description: Image of a young service user laying on a rug outside looking at her iPad. The Guide Dogs logo is in the top left corner of the image on a blue background with the text ‘Tech for All’.]
Good morning! Our friends over at BucksVision are keen to promote and empower the voices of young people living with sight loss in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes. ![]()
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They would like to invite you to contribute to their new BucksVision blog and help them to create a space where people can reflect on a wide range of issues that are important to younger blind and partially sighted people.![]()
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They are also looking for Social Media Ambassadors. If you are a social media user and would like to contribute to their content or help them increase awareness of sight loss and their services through likes and shares, please do get in touch with Samantha Lah at BucksVision at slah@bucksvision.co.uk.![]()
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You can find out more about BucksVision on social media here:![]()
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As their services start to resume, they are actively looking at ways they can improve their engagement with younger people. They would therefore really value your feedback on how they can better support you, and other younger people in the area.![]()
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Please feel free to get in touch via email, or you can call 01296 329 683 and speak with Samantha directly.
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Last chance to apply to join our latest online workshop for parents. This session focusses on providing the best support to siblings and we'll be in knowledgeable hands with the workshop being provided by specialist charity Sibs - for brothers and sisters. ![]()
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The workshop takes place on Thursday 22 July at 7.30pm and you will need to pre-book your spot. ![]()
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Find out more and apply here: victaparents.org.uk/sibs/
Introduction to supporting siblings of disabled children with SIBS - victaparents.org.uk
victaparents.org.uk
When: Thursday 22 July 2021, 7.30pm to 8.30pm Who: Parents of a child or young person with a vision impairment Location: Online virtual workshop Cost: £5 Closing date: Monday 19 July 2021 VICTA is pl...
We have some grant information to share with you from Guide Dogs UK who are offering 'Tech for All'.![]()
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Guide Dogs believe children with a vision impairment should have access to technology and so are launching 'Tech for All', offering a free Apple iPad or iPhone to children and young people (aged 3-18) with visual impairments, to use outside of school.![]()
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If you are interested in learning more about this scheme, please follow the link below or get in touch with Guide Dogs directly.![]()
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www.guidedogs.org.uk/getting-support/help-for-children-and-families/living-independently/assistiv...
Assistive technology for visually impaired children | Guide Dogs
www.guidedogs.org.uk
Guide Dogs Tech for All. A free iPad or iPhone for children in the UK with vision impairment. Find out more
Don’t forget we have some spaces available to run for #TeamVICTA in this years London Marathon! Train through those long summer days and run this October. Spread the word! 🌈The great weather has really put a spring in our running steps! We hope you’re feeling as ready to run as we are to make a real change in people’s lives who have been emotionally vulnerable over the last year. ![]()
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Run the 2021 London Marathon for VICTA and make the biggest difference to children and young adults who are blind or partially sighted. With your support, we can offer amazing opportunities to help rebuild confidence, combat isolation and look forward to bright, inclusive futures.![]()
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After an undoubtedly challenging year, we desperately need your support - be part of the team that does something amazing and makes the biggest difference to people’s lives!![]()
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Grab your place here: www.victa.org.uk/event/london-marathon/![]()
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#TeamVICTA #LondonMarathon
🙌 we hope to see you on the court! Sign up on the VICTA website! 🎾
An introduction to visually impaired tennis - Tennis Foundation
www.youtube.com
Visually impaired tennis is a fantastic sport for those who are blind or partially sighted!Watch our guide to what is one of the fastest growing VI sports - ...
Feeling inspired by Wimbledon? Last chance to join us for a VI tennis taster day in Nottingham for 10 to 17 years, £5. Apply here before Monday: www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/vi-tennis-nottingham/ #VITennis #tennis
IF: Milton Keynes International Festival![]()
Saturday 10 to Friday 30 July![]()
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This year’s Festival extends across 21 days, giving people more time and space to enjoy events across the city, in parks and green spaces, as well as online.![]()
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With most of the programme free to attend, there is a focus on family-friendly and accessible events. The festival welcomes Assistance Dogs at all events.![]()
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Here is the programme of audio-described events which you may like to apply for tickets to as provided by the festival: ![]()
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Audio Described Guided Tour of Artworks ![]()
Saturday 24 July, from 12.15am to 1.30pm![]()
Meet in Middleton Hall, centre:mk![]()
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This Audio Described Guided Tour is led by Bill Gee (the Festival’s Creative Director) with Ursula White (Access & Community Inclusion), and is designed for Blind and Visually Impaired People, and their Personal Assistants and Assistance Dogs.![]()
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Tickets can be booked by clicking on this link:![]()
ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/audio-described-tour-of-festival-artworks![]()
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Very limited tickets are available - please only book if you are fully intending to come, thank you.![]()
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More Information about the four artworks that the Tour will visit:![]()
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Gaia by Luke Jerram: A stunning replica of Earth, featuring NASA imagery and an accompanying soundscape. Find out more: gaia-by-luke-jerram![]()
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Breathing Room by Anna Berry: An installation that people can move within, powered by mechanics to move as if breathing. Find out more: anna-berry-breathing-room![]()
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Arrivals + Departures: An artwork about birth, death and the journey in between, which displays names submitted by the public. Find out more: yara-davina-arrivals-departures![]()
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The Woodpeckers by Marco Barotti: Robotic woodpeckers transform signals from our phones into rhythmic beats. Find out more: marco-barotti-the-woodpeckers![]()
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These Tours, taken at a relaxed pace, will be operated within Covid-19 safety guidelines and can accommodate 12 people. ![]()
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Black Victorians: Pre-Show Tour for Blind and Visually Impaired ![]()
Led by VocalEyes Audio Describer, Sophia Knox-Miller![]()
Saturday 24 July: Arrive at 2.15pm to register at the Peace Pagoda, North Willen Lake - Nearest postcode is MK15 0BA.![]()
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The Tour will provide background for the Black Victorians performance at 3pm and is designed to enhance the experience of this performance, which is Audio Described.![]()
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About the Performance:![]()
Black Victorians is a dance performance, created by Artistic Director and Choreographer, Jeanefer Jean-Charles. The performance explores and challenges historical and contemporary perceptions of black people in history through choreography. ![]()
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Black Victorians is inspired by the discovery of hundreds of studio photographs of black men, women and children in England from the Victorian era, airbrushed from our society for over 100 years.![]()
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Before the 3pm performance of Black Victorians, the Tour will explore the Peace Pagoda setting for the performance, before meeting a member of the production’s company who will share how the performance has been created by Jeanefer Jean-Charles, working with designers, a composer, poet, writer and creative dance artists.![]()
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Find out more about Black Victorians here:![]()
ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/black-victorians![]()
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Vocal Eyes’ Audio Describer: Sophia Knox-Miller has many strings and ribbons to her bow. Coming from a background in dance and physical theatre, she has a passion for outdoor arts and access.![]()
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More about VocalEyes: vocaleyes.co.uk![]()
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Please book a place for this Free Tour:![]()
Email Ursula White (Access & Community Inclusion): ![]()
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Find out more about the Black Victorians here:![]()
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General Festival Access Information![]()
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You can find out more about Access at the Festival here: ifmiltonkeynes.org/access![]()
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Here is list of events which Blind and Visually Impaired may be interested in coming to:![]()
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Earth Music Series: Baluji Shrivastav OBE![]()
Wednesday 21 July, 7.30pm![]()
Under Gaia (replica of the Earth)![]()
Middleton Hall, centre:mk, MK9 3EP![]()
Tickets £12.50![]()
Seated concert, unreserved ![]()
Running time: 60 minutes![]()
Virtuoso multi-instrumentalist Baluji Shrivastav OBE performs Moon-inspired ragas, accompanied by Nafees Irfan on tablas. The concert opens with a song by Linda Shanovitch.![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/baluji-shrivastav![]()
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Earth Music Series: Maya Youssef![]()
Thursday 29 July at 7.30pm![]()
Under Gaia (replica of the Earth)![]()
Middleton Hall, centre:mk, MK9 3EP![]()
Tickets £12.50 ![]()
Seated concert, unreserved ![]()
Running time: 60 minutes![]()
Syrian musician Maya Youssef is hailed as ‘queen of the qanun’ - the 78-stringed Middle Eastern plucked zither. For her, the act of playing music is a life-affirming act - an antidote to what is happening across the world.![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/maya-youssef![]()
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Drake Music: Planted Symphony ![]()
Wednesday 14 - Sunday 18 July, 11am - 5pm ![]()
Campbell Park: Canalside![]()
FREE: No need to book![]()
Music and nature combine in this audio trail, using a sonic app to guide you to intriguing installations. Includes BSL, audio description, resting points and Subpacs available for Deaf and hard of hearing audience members.![]()
Suitable for adults and families with older children![]()
Please book a Subpac in advance by calling the Box Office 01908 280800 or emailing access@stables.org![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/drake-music![]()
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Gobbledegook Theatre: Cloudscapes![]()
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 July![]()
11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm ![]()
Running time is approximately 40 minutes![]()
Campbell Park: City Gardens![]()
FREE: Book a ticket ![]()
Cloudscapes is a wonderfully calming and restful outdoor experience that combines calm clouds, mindful moments, contentment and words, set in an outdoor cloud-gazing area.![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/gobbledegook-theatre-cloudscapes![]()
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The Stables Sessions: Live On The Bulbfield Stage![]()
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 July, From 12noon each day![]()
Each Session lasts approximately 45 minutes![]()
Campbell Park: The Bulbfield![]()
FREE: Book a ticket![]()
Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/the-stables-sessions-live![]()
A weekend of open-air live music performances in Campbell Park that place a spotlight ht on new sounds, emerging talent and unsigned artists.![]()
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Stand Up in The Park with comedians Russell Kane, Rich Hall and Angela Barnes![]()
Friday 23 July, 7.30pm (Gates 6.30pm)![]()
Campbell Park: Amphitheatre (nearest postcode MK9 3FT)![]()
Tickets: £27.50. Ages 16+![]()
The multi-award-winning TV regular, presenter, actor, author and scriptwriter Russell Kane, expertly crafted tirades and quick-fire banter from Rich Hall, and gloriously down-to-earth, straight talking wit from Angela Barnes.![]()
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ifmiltonkeynes.org/event/stand-up-in-the-park-comedy![]()
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Orchestra for the Earth: For the Trees ![]()
Saturday 24 July, 8pm (Gates 6.30pm)![]()
Campbell Park: Amphitheatre (Nearest postcode MK9 3FT)![]()
Tickets: £22.50, Under 24 years £11 ![]()
Soloist: Rebecca McNaught (cello)![]()
Conductor: John Warner![]()
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Frank Bridge: Moonlight (from the Sea Suite for Orchestra)![]()
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor Op 85![]()
Beethoven: 2nd Symphony in D Major Op![]()
Nature and music come together for this glorious concert to harness the power of music, inspiring audiences to love, understand and protect our planet, and also support the conservation charity Trees of Music.![]()
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The Festival also invites you to explore events including concerts and talks that are broadcast or live streamed online. Website: ifmiltonkeynes.org/if-online![]()
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On Facebook and Twitter: @IFMKfest![]()
Instagram: ifmkfest ![]()
Hashtag: #IFMKfest
You'd better step to it if you'd like to apply for our dance taster day for 10 to 13 years! Applications are closing soon!![]()
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Come and have a go at different dance styles this summer, have fun and give something new a try.![]()
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You'll be in the best hands with the dance professionals at Step Change Studios!![]()
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Apply for your child's place here: www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/dance-taster/![]()
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Any questions email activities@victa.org.uk
Pre-Teen Dance Taster Day with Step Change Studios
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When: 24 August 2021, 10am to 1pm Who: 10 to 13 years Location: The Abbey Centre, Great Smith Street, London, SW1P 3BU Cost: £5 per person Closing Date: 19 July 2021 Have you ever wanted to learn how...
We have been sent the following casting opportunity to share from Lucy Bevan Casting. Please see their information below and contact them directly at lucybevancasting@gmail.com with any questions. Thanks!![]()
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Advert as supplied by Lucy Bevan Casting:![]()
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CASTING CALL FOR A BLIND/LOW VISION CHILD FOR NETFLIX ![]()
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Lucy Bevan Casting (‘Cruella’, ‘Beauty and the Beast’) is currently searching for a blind girl to play a key guest speaking role in an upcoming Netflix limited TV series. ![]()
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We are looking for a Caucasian girl who is blind or partially sighted/low vision between the ages of 6 -16 years old. The character is thoughtful, curious, intelligent and courageous. ![]()
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Must speak fluent English. Shooting in Europe in 2022. No previous acting experience is necessary.![]()
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Applications must be submitted by a teacher, parent or legal guardian. ![]()
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If your child would like to be considered please send their D.O.B, height, location and a recent photo in one email to Emily and Katie at lucybevancasting@gmail.com ![]()
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Please only submit your child if they meet the brief. ![]()
Every application will be considered, but we cannot respond to all applicants. We will be in touch if we would like to invite your child to audition. Thank you.![]()
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The Producer is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and prohibits all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment based ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law.
Some interesting opportunities available at Graeae Theatre Company, please see their post below for more information on their trainee leadership roles.Come help shape the future of Graeae & apply for one of our 4 new trainee roles! ![]()
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Apply by Mon 9 Aug -> graeae.org/about/recruitment/![]()
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A red and yellow graphic which reads: Apply for one of our 4 trainee leadership roles! We want to hear from you if you...are an arts progressional, identify as Deaf, disabled or neurodivergent, face access barriers to your career progressing. Trainee Producer: Manage the smooth running of Graeae's productions; Trainee Marketing & Development Manager: raise Graeae's profile locally, nationally & internationally; Associate Artist: Directing & Devising; Associate Artist: New writing & artist development. Apply by Monday 9 August, visit graeae.org. Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
British Blind Sport is hosting a free Have a Go Day in Hull & East Yorkshire. Find out more via their post below 👇
Have a Go Day Hull & East Yorkshire - British Blind Sport
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British Blind Sport Hull & East Yorkshire Have a Go Day 2021 Register for British Blind Sport’s Hull ‘Have a Go Day’! British Blind Sport is collaborating with Sight Support Hull & East Yorkshir...
Last chance to apply to join us for our Budgeting Workshop with The Money Charity! ![]()
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This free workshop is online at 10 to 11.30am on Tuesday 13 July 2021. You’ll cover tips and techniques to log your income and record your living costs, as well as find out about different budgeting apps to help you track it all. You will also find out ways to build a budget that works for you.![]()
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Find out more and apply for your place here: www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/budgeting-workshop/
Budgeting workshop with The Money Charity
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When: 10 to 11.30am, Tuesday 13 July 2021 Who: 18 to 29 year olds and VICTA Alumni (30+) Location: Zoom link Cost: Free The Money Charity workshops are designed to equip you with the tools to develop...
Join the VICTA Parent Portal and Sibs - for brothers and sisters, the UK’s only charity that supports siblings of young people with disabilities, for a parent focused online workshop to help you understand how to support your VI child’s siblings.![]()
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Find out more and apply for your place here: www.victaparents.org.uk/sibs/
Introduction to supporting siblings of disabled children with SIBS - victaparents.org.uk
www.victaparents.org.uk
When: Thursday 22 July 2021, 7.30pm to 8.30pm Who: Parents of a child or young person with a vision impairment Location: Online virtual workshop Cost: £5 Closing date: Monday 19 July 2021 VICTA is pl...
We can’t wait to come together with our incredible Team VICTA runners and do something amazing! ![]()
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It’s not too late to join our 2021 October London Marathon team, sign up here and make a real difference to the lives of children and young adults who are blind or partially sighted. ![]()
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#TeamVICTA #LondonMarathon #LondonMarathon2021 #Marathon #Running #Fundraising #Run #LM21 #CharityTuesday
VICTA is delighted to have been selected as a winner and received a special mention in the Arts Award photography competition under the ‘Digital art/Mixed or other artforms’ category! ![]()
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Our winning photos were taken at our Photography course for 18+ in London. Our group proved that having a vision impairment doesn't mean you aren't creative and should always try a new skill if it's something you are interested in. Our six young people produced incredible images that reflected their own unique views of the world. ![]()
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The winning photo above shows the course in action with the group enjoying discussing photographic images. ![]()
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If you'd like to find out more about the course and see some of the photographs produced, you can read all about the trip here: www.victa.org.uk/photography/![]()
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#Photography #VICTA #ArtsAward
VICTA is delighted to have been selected as a winner and received a special mention in the Arts Award photography competition under the ‘Digital art/Mixed or other artforms’ category! ![]()
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Our winning photos were taken at our Photography course for 18+ in London. Our group proved that having a vision impairment doesn't mean you aren't creative and should always try a new skill if it's something you are interested in. Our six young people produced incredible images that reflected their own unique views of the world. ![]()
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The winning photo shows the course in action with the group enjoying discussing photographic images. The second photo, which received a special mention, shows one of the group out and about taking photographs of reflected images.![]()
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If you'd like to find out more about the course and see some of the photographs produced, you can read all about the trip here: www.victa.org.uk/photography/
If you're aged 14 to 17 you can join us for a climbing taster session at the awesome BigRock Climbing Centre in Milton Keynes!![]()
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Fully qualified instructors will be there to teach you the ropes, and help you tackle a number of different climbing routes. It's a great chance to try something new and get together will people your age this summer.![]()
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Applications close soon so make sure you get your name down before they do using this link:![]()
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www.victa.org.uk/victa-calendar/climbing-taster/
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