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Check out the episode 57 of our podcast “ArtsAbly in Conversation” with the American composer Molly Joyce. This is a special archival episode based on interviews made by Diane Kolin in 2021 and 2023.

You can find the podcast episode in our bio or here: https://www.artsably.com/episode-57-artsably-in-conversation-archival-episode-with-molly-joyce/

You can also watch the interview on YouTube and follow our podcast on Spotify and Apple Music, more info on the episode page. Captions and transcripts are available.

We hope you enjoy! Comment below your favourite moment from the interview.

Image Description: Molly, a white female with brown hair in a bun, plays her vintage toy organ. She is wearing a black outfit and the photo is taken from her left side, with a yellow/orange glare over the organ. The title is written in white on a black background: ArtsAbly in Conversation, archival episode with Molly Joyce, Episode 57. The ArtsAbly logo can be seen on the bottom left.

Our partner Creative Connector is leading their Fall 2026 Cohort of The Access Playbook program. More information below.

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**Registration Open: The Access Playbook – Fall 2026 Cohort**

How can your organization build stronger relationships with Deaf and Disabled artists while making accessibility a more meaningful part of your work?
One of the most exciting things about the Access Playbook program is seeing how participants take what they’ve learned and apply it in their own communities.

This spring, The Registry Theatre in Kitchener-Waterloo presented Hearing Hacks and The Sound Within, a workshop and performance series exploring the experiences of musicians and audiences with hearing loss.

This project was developed through their participation in The Access Playbook and offers a powerful example of how access planning can lead to new programming, deeper community engagement, and more inclusive cultural experiences!

The Access Playbook is an online, disability-led cohort training program for arts presenters, producers, and performing arts organizations across Canada.

The Fall 2026 cohort runs from September 15 to December 8, 2026. Through six self-paced learning modules, live cohort discussions, practical tools, and conversations with Deaf and Disabled artists, participants develop the knowledge, confidence, and action plans needed to strengthen accessibility within their organizations.

Topics include:
Understanding Deaf and Disability arts culture
Identifying barriers and opportunities
Building relationships with artists and communities
Accessible communication and outreach
Budgeting and resourcing accessibility
Developing an access action plan
Live cohort sessions will take place on:

Tuesday, September 22
Tuesday, October 13
Tuesday, November 3
Tuesday, December 8

Free online info sessions are coming up on July 15, 17, and 23.
Learn more: https://www.creativeconnector.art/accessplaybook-2/

Questions? Contact Lindsay Fisher at [email protected]

“ArtsAbly in Conversation” is launching a new archival series with artists who were at the origin of the podcast. This series will be audio only. The first archival episode features the composer Molly Joyce, interviewed by Diane Kolin in 2021 and 2023.

Visit https://www.artsably.com/archival-interview-resources-provided-by-molly-joyce/ or the link in bio to check out the resources mentioned during the conversation. The podcast episode No. 57 will be published on Friday.

Image description: The ArtsAbly logo is featured with a text saying "ArtsAbly in Conversation, archival episode with Molly Joyce. Episode 57 will be posted on Friday. Resources already available on artsably.com." A photo of Molly Joyce appears, a white female with brown hair in a bun playing her vintage toy organ. She is wearing a black outfit and the photo is taken from her left side, with a yellow/orange glare over the organ.

A new number of ArtsAbly Bulletin, our newsletter, is available. You can subscribe to it and look at the past newsletter on our website. The link to our latest bulletin is available in our bio or at this link: https://www.artsably.com/mailpoet-email/3f3be5460f15-artsablys-bulletin-june-30-2026/. Enjoy!

If you think of an artist with disability you would like to see featured in our podcast, an event you would like to be promoted, an article you would like to be spread, or if you are interested in a PD or workshop, don't hesitate to contact us.

Check out the episode 56 of our podcast “ArtsAbly in Conversation” with Winnie Luk, the Executive Director of the Disability Screen Office.

Find the podcast episode in our bio or here: https://www.artsably.com/episode-56-artsably-in-conversation-with-winnie-luk/

You can also watch the interview on YouTube and follow our podcast on Spotify and Apple Music, more info on the episode page. Captions and transcripts are available.

We hope you enjoy! Comment below your favourite moment from the interview.

: A photo of Winnie Luk, a Chinese woman with short black hair, is captured in a close-up portrait, smiling warmly. She wears a black-and-white patterned button-up shirt. The text reads “ArtsAbly in Conversation with Winnie Luk, Episode 56.” The ArtsAbly logo is below.

Our podcast is back with new episodes!

As part of the podcast series, “ArtsAbly in Conversation,” Diane Kolin interviewed Winnie Luk, the Executive Director of the Disability Screen Office.

Visit https://www.artsably.com/interview-resources-provided-by-winnie-luk/ to check out the resources mentioned during the conversation. The podcast episode No. 56 will be published on Friday.

Image description: The ArtsAbly logo is featured with a text saying "ArtsAbly in Conversation with Winnie Luk. Episode 56 will be posted on Friday. Resources already available on artsably.com." A photo of Winnie Luk appears, a Chinese woman with short black hair, captured in a close-up portrait, smiling warmly. She wears a black-and-white patterned button-up shirt.

Yesterday, Diane Kolin gave an ArtsAbly workshop about disability in the performing arts to the Bach Children's Chorus. It was an evening of intense discussion on the place of performers with disabilities in our current society, and the importance of communication within the team to make sure everybody feels welcome and included. Thank you to all the participants!

ArtsAbly celebrates National AccessAbility Week 2026 in Ottawa at the Empower Arts Summit National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts on June 1st. More information and registration: https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/41432.