E-news August 2020

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“Cross All Borders 2020: Dare to Be” Notice of the programme arrangement

Enable GingerIn consideration of the latest development of the COVID-19 locally, special arrangement is made to the following programmes of "Cross All Borders: 2020" in August:
August 13: "Dare to Explore" Programme cancelled, online showcase will be available soon
August 16: "Dare to Perform" Programme cancelled, online showcase will be available soon
August 22 & 29: "Dare to Share" Programme changed to online discussion
Late August: Inclusive Arts Workshops Programme changed to online workshops

We apologize for any inconvenience caused. Details of the online programmes will be announced later. Thank you for your understanding and supporting to “Cross All Borders 2020”.

For more details, please visit:
http://www.adahk.org.hk/?a=doc&id=3675

【Jockey Club Inclusive Arts Studio (JCIAS)】The PWDs Workshops in September are now open for application!

PWDs Workshops let your art journey begin. It's time to activate your imagination! We can't wait to see your creations!

【PWDs Training】Integration Painting Workshop
Take a break from reality and get into the world of painting!  Join us to discover the concreteness and abstractness of art, to explore the limitless potential of acrylic and collage, and to simply enjoy the creative process!
Arts Facilitator: Stella Tang
For more details, please visit:
http://www.adahk.org.hk/?a=doc&id=4034

【PWDs Continuous Training】Ceramic Workshop: Sight in Clay
The possibilities and diversities in ceramics are beyond imagination! Feelings and memories that are triggered from shaping the clay could bring you a unique piece full of personality. It also serves as a precious record of self-reflection.
Arts Facilitator: Blanche Ho
For more details, please visit:
http://www.adahk.org.hk/?a=doc&id=4033

Community in Arts - Train-the-Trainer Open Course 2020

If you want to have new inspiration to plan art activities for people with disabilities, don't miss our train-the-Trainer Open Course 2020. Four art workshops in Train-the-Trainer open course with different theme, you will explore a variety of art form under the guidance of facilitators. Come and join us!

• How to deliver visual arts workshop for people with special needs with simple tools through online platform (5 hours)
• How to integrate music and artistic media in arts activities(5 hours)
• How to display the artworks of persons with disabilities (5 hours)
• How to hold creation activities for persons with disabilities in natural environment(5 hours)

For more details, please visit:
http://www.adahk.org.hk/?a=doc&id=3110

Audio Description Workshop (Drama Productions) is underway

The Audio Description Workshop (Drama Productions) was held on 4, 11, and 12 July. Professional Audio Describer, Ms. Gigi Ng served as the instructor. Audio description techniques for describing drama visual elements, action, facial expression and pre-show notes were introduced. Mr Terence Chang, The Academy Senior Lecturer (Directing) and Postgraduate Programme Leader (Drama), concentrated his teaching on use of voice and articulation. People with visually impairment were invited to have exchanges with the participants, in order to understand the needs of service users. The first phase of e-assessment is now being carried out. When the epidemic is under control and circumstances permit, the second phase of training and live assessment will be conducted. The workshop is the first step for the participants to become professional Oral Describers.

“Life Enrichment Program for Elderly with Disabilities” makes its first shot

The Percussion Workshop Trail Classes have been held on schedule at the 3 partner NGOs: HK PHAB Association Peng Chau Neighbourhood Elderly cum Children/ Youth Centre, The Chinese Rhenish Church Mrs. Mann Tai Po Rhenish Neighbourhood Elder-ly Centre and Christian Family Service Centre Truelight Court Day Care Centre for the Elderly. The participants enthusiastically explored their unique rhythms and timbres, being inspired by the vibrant drumbeats, elderlies led the class to perform a song in sign, while there were usual quiet members singing loud and clear. All kinds of break-through brought nice surprises to our team.