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Cootharinga in partnership with Access Arts is proud to come together with Casus Creations, Dancenorth, and Circus Pandemonium to present MERRY-GO-ROUND

MERRY-GO-ROUND is a four-day dance and circus workshop open to people with a disability (18+). Over the four days you will have the opportunity to get creative as you explore dance and circus skills, ending with a fun showing at The May Wirth as part of the North Australian Festival of Arts (NAFA).

Workshop dates and times

When: Monday 27 June - Thursday 30 June
10.00 am - 4.00 pm daily
Where: Northreach Baptist Centre, 38 Canterbury Road, Kirwan, QLD
What to bring: A water bottle, comfortable clothing, lunch/snacks
Accessibility: Fully accessible venue. Accessible parking is available onsite, from Canterbury Rd. Accessible drop-off and pick-up point for participants is available at the carpark

Final showing dates and times

When: Friday 1 July
3.30 pm practice run
5.30 pm show starts
Where: The May Wirth, Jezzine Barracks
19 Isley Street, North Ward, QLD
What to bring: A water bottle and a black shirt for the showing
Accessibility: Fully accessible venue. Accessible parking on Mitchell St. Accessible drop-off and pick-up point for participants is on Mitchell Street near Entrance #2

If you require an accessible seat or assistance for the Friday 1 June Showing, please ensure you email the team at tickets@nafa-tsv.com.au after you have purchased your tickets.

Eligibility

To be eligible you must be

18 years and over
Identify as experiencing disability and/or someone who is d/Deaf
Have an NDIS plan

What is the NDIS charge

The cost for Merry Go Round workshops is up to 30 hours of 1:3 community based support. Different community based support ratios are available by request if required.

How to apply

Complete the below application form by Friday 3 June or download and complete one of the downloadable application forms below and return to enquiries@cootharinga.org.au with 'Merry-Go-Round' in the subject by Friday 3 June
We will be in contact with you shortly after we receive your application to discuss a spot within the workshop along with any support or requirements to participate

MERRY-GO-ROUND Application Form

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Application Form - Word Document

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MERRY-GO-ROUND Application Form

First Name (of applicant):

Last Name (of applicant):

Contact Number:

Email:

Postcode:

Alternative/Guardian Contact Full Name (If applicable):

Alternative/Guardian Contact Number (If applicable):

Alternative/Guardian Email (If applicable):

Support Person Name (if applicable):

Support Person Contact Number (if applicable)

Support Person Email (if applicable)

Please list any accessibility requirements:

Eligibility

Your application will not be processed if you answer 'no' to any of the following questions.

Are you 18 years or older? *

Yes

Do you identify as experiencing disability and/or who is d/Deaf? *

Yes

Do you have an NDIS plan? *

Yes

Certification

By submitting this form, I confirm that I, the applicant/guardian of the applicant certify that: The statements in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. If successful, • I consent to CootharingaAccess Arts releasing information about my participation in the program to the media for promotional purposes • I consent to Cootharinga using photographs and video footage taken of me during MERRY-GO-ROUND • I consent to taking part in an evaluation of MERRY-GO-ROUND.

Full Name of Applicant/Guardian/Decision Maker of Applicant

I am the: *

Applicant

Guardian or Decision Maker of Applicant