Applications for new mentoring and training programme introduced by BBC Studios opens today
Committed to developing and retraining the best talent both on and off screen, the BBC has introduced a new programme for disabled workers eager to…
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CBeebies Makaton episode is a phenomenal success
CBeebies Bedtime Stories has broken the mould after actor and comedian Rob Delaney delivered a story using Maktaon. COMMUNICATION A form of sign language, Makton…
Disability representation in the media fails again as non-disabled actor cast as Elephant Man
An upcoming BBC drama adaptation of the Elephant Man is being heavily criticised for casting a non-disabled actor as the lead part. CASTING Stranger Things…
Talking about the A word
The creative arts have always been a haven for inclusivity and celebrating diversity – and autism has played an increasingly high-profile role in TV dramas…
Success for BBC training programme for disabled actors
The BBC’s Class Act training programme for disabled actors has seen all 32 participants successfully securing auditions for BBC shows. ‘Class Act: a nationwide search…
Interview: weather presenter Lucy Martin
“I would like to be known as a good WEATHER PRESENTER first, and the fact that I have a DISABILITY second” The media has been…
BBC creates more opportunities for disabled actors
The BBC have announced that they’ll be offering more opportunities for actors with disabilities through a nationwide talent search, training programme and showcase opportunity. Class…
Michael Palin presents BBC Radio 4 appeal for international development charity Motivation UK
On Sunday 30th November at 07.55am*, long-time supporter of Motivation, Michael Palin will be presenting an appeal on BBC Radio 4 for the Bristol based…