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Award-winning London production company, making disruptive performance by learning disabled & autistic artists.

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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Our new showreel has just dropped! This video is a snapshot of the artists that are reshaping our stages and our screens - leading conversations, claiming space, and making award-winning, disruptive work on their own terms. Hit play, turn the volume UP and get a feeling for what we do.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
If this is what 50 years of bold theatre-making looks like, we can’t wait to see what Black Cab Company's 100th anniversary brings!👀 Opening night of The Knowledge was a total takeover of Hoxton Hall. The room was packed with audience, glitter, and some very special memories of the last 50 years.✨
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
After kicking things off in Derby, we’re taking a little breather before the next stop. Next up: @exeterphoenix , Sun 27 Sept. 🎟 bit.ly/AflieExeter 📸 @hannahdingle.bsky.social #AlfieMurphy #NothingAboutUsWithoutuUs #DisabilityArts #WhatsOnOxford #WhatsOnExeter #WhatsOnSouthampton
A performer wearing a ghost costume stands on the stage opposite Cian Binchy during rehearsal. Members of the production team watch from nearby tables covered with notes, laptops and props, while an open flight case sits beside the set.Cian Binchy stands on stage during rehearsal, holding and playing a small thumb piano. White curtains surround the simple stage set in the background.Anna Constable stands between white stage curtains during rehearsal, wearing a large cow mask and a white costume. She holds both hands up near the mask's face.Cian Binchy stands on the stage during rehearsal opposite a performer wearing a ghost costume. Members of the production team watch from tables around the set, while props, lighting equipment and white stage curtains fill the rehearsal space.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
We unpacked all the treasure from the flight case in rehearsal last week before hitting the road again 🪎 Alfie and his cardboard cut-outs have been reunited with our wandering ghost again. 👻
Nick, the artistic director, sits at a table during rehearsal. Members of the production team sit nearby, slightly out of focus, with notebooks, laptops and water bottles spread across the table.Anna Constable and Cian Binchy rehearse on a small stage while members of the production team watch from tables at the side. An open flight case of props sits beside the stage.Anna Constable and Emily Baldwin face each other during rehearsal, both holding a finger to their lips. A yellow ladder and a cardboard cut-out of Alfie Murphy are visible in the background.Heather, a member of the creative support team, stands wearing a headset during rehearsal. A cardboard cut-out of Alfie Murphy stands beside Heather, with a yellow ladder and rehearsal equipment behind them.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
50 years of stories, creativity, friendship and most importantly, chaos. Join us for The Knowledge, a cabaret ride through 50 years of Black Cab Company. 📍 Hoxton Hall , London 🗓️ 24 and 25 September 2026 🎟️ 🎥 Rich Southgate #RainbowDramaGroup #TheKnowledge #DisabilityArts
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Cabaret level: hazardous 💥 The energy in rehearsals for The Knowledge is officially off the charts. We’re dishing up tales and memories, straight from the hearts and minds of learning disabled artists. For three performances only, Black Cab Company takes over Hoxton Hall on 24 and 25 Sept.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
‘When I go on stage, I feel alive.’ 💥 50 years ago, the Rainbow Drama Group started. Today, it’s known as Black Cab Company. In this excerpt from a longer video that you can now watch on YouTube, Black Cab company members Alex and Kirsty chat to Artistic Director Nick about making theatre.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Anna Constable: Performer. Shark. Cow. Legend. 🎭🦈🐮 From a shark to a cow, and a rockstar to a ghost writer, Anna plays approximately 400 different roles in A Small Enclosed Room with Alfie Murphy. (We’re still checking if the cow gets a solo, but honestly, anything is possible).
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
We have some exciting board news to share. ✨ A big welcome to Sarah Brigham, Artistic Director and CEO of @derbytheatre.bsky.social, who joins our board.
Sarah Brigham smiles at the camera in a head-and-shoulders portrait. She stands with her hands in her pockets, wearing a dark grey top and black trousers, against a soft green background.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
That's a wrap on Immersive Theatre Week for the Performance Making Diploma. Five days. Lots of ideas. An army of amazing volunteers. And students who gave it absolutely everything, producing some incredible work. Here's a glimpse of the week 📸 Nanako Kono
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
What a great way to spend the day... Especially when our artists are preparing to take the industry by storm. 📷 Hannah Dingle #AccessAllAreas #AssociateArtists #ActingForScreen #InclusiveArts
Luke and Mariam sit close together during a workshop exercise. Mariam rests her head on Luke’s shoulder while he places an arm around her. Both look thoughtful and serious. Empty chairs surround them in the bright studio space, creating the feeling of a quiet scene being performed.Yasemin and Eden perform a scene together during a workshop. Yasemin, holding script pages, looks at Eden with a serious expression. Eden faces her closely as they act out an intense conversation. A poster is visible in the background of the rehearsal space.A large group of AAA Associate Artists sit in a circle in a bright studio space, taking part in a discussion.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Through scene work in pairs, artists explored character objectives, how to take direction and put new skills straight into practice. The room was absolutely buzzing with feedback, creative leaps, and big energy.
Yasemin and Eden take part in a workshop exercise while holding script pages. Yasemin, on the left, smiles and gestures with her hands, while Eden, in the centre, balances on one leg mid-movement. Alex Browning stands opposite them, watching and listening in the studio space.Stephanie stands in a studio space holding a script and speaking to the group. She wears a black top and patterned black-and-white trousers, gesturing with one hand as she performs. Sunlight streams through the open doorway behind her, lighting the room.Luke, Mariam and Alex Browning stand together during a workshop discussion. Luke, on the left, gestures with both hands as he speaks. Mariam stands in the middle holding a script and listening. Alex, on the right, listens attentively while holding a notebook and glass. Other participants are visible in the background of the studio space.Yasemin and Eden perform a scene together during a workshop. Standing face to face, they hold script pages and lock eyes with intense expressions. Yasemin wears a brown padded jacket, while Eden, in a black T-shirt, leans forward as they act out the moment in the rehearsal space.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Earlier this month, Associate Artists took to the studio with the fantastic television drama director, Alex Browning, for an intensive acting for screen workshop.
AAA Associate Artists take part in a workshop in a bright studio space. Stephanie, wearing a black T-shirt and patterned trousers, gestures with her hands while facing a volunteer with curly hair, jeans and a grey jumper, who moves with her arms outstretched. Other artists take part in the activity in the backgroundAlex Browning, standing on the right in a black jumper, listens thoughtfully with one hand on his chin while speaking with Mariam, an Associate Artist in a purple top and glasses. Other participants are visible in the background of the bright workshop space, some seated and some reading scripts.Associate Artists take part in a workshop in a bright studio. Millie stands in the foreground with a long braid, facing the group. Lee, in a white long-sleeved top, moves dynamically to the right. Charlene, in a dark zip-up hoodie, and Cian stand behind him, while Harry watches from the back. Chairs and workshop materials are scattered around the room.Millie sits on a chair during a workshop, facing the camera with a focused expression. She wears a black top and patterned trousers, with her hair in a braid. In the foreground, TJ is seen from behind wearing a black sleeveless top and a black cap. Other participants sit nearby in the studio space.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Ooooh we love a new show announcement! The Knowledge is our brand new cabaret show celebrating 50 years of the Black Cab Company. Expect sketches, music, memories, mischief and the kind of knowledge you won’t find on Google Maps.
Five performers pose on a theatre stage under red and purple lights. One person sits at the front wearing a fur coat, while four others stand and sit behind in colourful costumes, including hats, waistcoats and a red dress. The poster advertises 'The Knowledge'. Text read "50 years of Black Cab Company"
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
We’ve just finished our second term, which means we really should have introduced you by now to some very important members of the team who keep the course moving. ✨ Meet the Access Team 💎
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Alfie’s on the move, again. From a small room to a slightly bigger room to audiences going, “wait… what is happening?” to ★★★★ reviews calling it 'bonkers' (rude, but fair) And now… A Small Enclosed Room with Alfie Murphy is going back on tour this autumn
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Swipe through to meet the artists you’ll be seeing more of. They will be in workshops, on stage, behind the scenes and shaping the future of our work. Curious to learn more? Head to our website to find out about our Associate Artists and the work they’re making.
A designed tile featuring Yasemin. On the left, a headshot shows Yasemin with a warm smile, wearing a gold chain and a gray long-sleeve shirt. The right side has a dark grey background with an open book icon in the top right corner. A framed text box reads: "My work often starts with... 'Contact with others. And maybe some music and a bit of reading!' — Yasemin Gross, Associate Artist".designed tile featuring Mariam. On the left, a headshot shows Mariam wearing black-rimmed glasses, resting her face on her hand. The right side has a teal background with a theatre masks icon in the top right corner. A framed text box reads: "I work with... 'People who can challenge my acting range.' — Mariam Kawaja, Associate Artist".A designed tile featuring Stephen. On the left, a headshot shows Stephen with a serious expression, wearing thin-frame glasses and a dark shirt. The right side has a dark grey background with an icon of someone meditating in the top right corner. A framed text box reads: "My work often starts with... 'A level head. Peace, calm and focus.' — Stephen Reeder, Associate Artist".A designed tile featuring Luke. On the left, a headshot shows Luke wearing a blue jumper. The right side has a teal background with an icon of a person immersed in a circle in the top right corner. A framed text box reads: "I am interested in... 'Devising theatre that is immersive.' — Luke Pillay, Associate Artist".
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
You may have spotted some new faces in recent photos and videos from our masterclasses… 👀 In 2026, we’re welcoming 3 brilliant Associate Artists. And we’re also celebrating a few artists who joined us last year but haven’t had a social media hello yet. So consider this the official introduction ✨
A designed tile featuring Millie. On the left, a headshot shows Millie with long blond hair wearing a dark top. The right side has a dark gray background with a checklist icon in the top right corner. A framed text box reads: "My work often starts with... 'Preparation' — Millie Anna, Associate Artist".A designed tile featuring Bruno. On the left, a headshot shows Bruno smiling and wearing a black jacket over a pale-grey shirt. The right side has a light teal background with an open book icon featuring a rainbow and stars in the top right corner. A framed text box reads: "My work often starts with... 'People that have different stories and new ideas.' — Bruno De Ceita Pedro, Associate Artist".A designed tile featuring Alain. On the left, a headshot shows Alain smiling, wearing a black t-shirt. The right side has a dark gray background with an icon representing a person speaking in the top right corner. A framed text box reads: "I am interested in... 'Real life subjects and situations that people don't often speak about.' — Alain English, Associate Artist".A designed tile featuring Anna. On the left, a headshot shows Anna wearing a black top under a bright pink hoodie, looking at the camera with a bright smile. The right side has a light teal background with an icon representing two people speaking and agreeing in the top right corner. A framed text box reads: "I work with... 'People who are willing to understand me.' — Anna Constable, Associate Artist".
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Our board has theatre bosses, TV pioneers, fabulous artists, accounting wizzes, inclusion champions, policy boffins and an ex-Liverpool FC strategy lead! These people make us stronger, giving their time and talents to our mission of putting learning disabled stories at the heart of our culture.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
It's time we introduced you to some exceptional people ... Meet our Trustees ⭐ We're incredibly proud of our trustees and of our co-leadership model, which creates space for learning disabled and autistic professionals to bring their expertise to the table 🛠️
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
We are back introducing more of the brilliant tutors leading our Performance Making Diploma at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama this year. ✨
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
📣 Freelancers, this one is for you. TV Access Project is looking for new freelancers to collaborate on the next phase of their work. They are keen to connect with people from a range of backgrounds and lived experiences, at every stage of their career.
A purple flyer with the white TV Access Project logo in the centre. Text reads: want to help us reach full inclusion by 2030? The TV Access Project is expanding the pool of freelancers who contribute to their work
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Another big moment for Dayo ✨ He’s been nominated for Best Performance in a TV Show/Film at the 2026 MOBO Awards. Voting is open, go and show some love before it closes on Mon, 16 Feb 🔗 voting.mobo.com
A professional headshot of Dayo, an Access All Areas Associate Artist. Dayo is shown from the shoulders up, wearing a dark purple polo shirt and looking directly at the camera with a warm, gentle smile. The background is a soft, gradient grey. In the bottom right corner, there is a MOBO Awards logo and text inside a white circle that reads "BEST PERFORMANCE IN A TV SHOW/FILM".
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
In 2023, some emerging artists took a chance and applied for our Performance Making Diploma. They showed up and put in the hard work. Now, we’re celebrating a powerful group of graduates who are ready to make their voices heard and make brilliant work.
A candid shot from the 2023-2025 Performance Making Diploma Graduation in a theatre auditorium. The audience is seated in bright orange chairs. In focus is, to the left Katie, AAA's Access Manager. She is laughing joyfully, wearing a light grey sweater and grey trousers. To her right, Anthony, a graduate from the 2023-2025 cohort, sits with a proud smile, his hands clasped together. He is wearing a red and black checkered flannel shirt and blue jeans. Several other audience members are visible behind them, all watching the stage with happy expressions. The theatre walls are a textured blue-grey, with a black handrail running along the seating area.An action shot from the 2023-2025 Performance Making Diploma Graduation. In the foreground, Millie, a diploma graduate, stands at a wooden lectern giving a speech. She is shown in profile, wearing a white long-sleeved top, a black waistcoat, and a colorful beaded necklace, with her hair styled in two long braids. She speaks into two microphones. In the background, Lee, an Access All Areas Associate Artist, stands watching her smiling. He is wearing a blue and white striped button-down shirt. The stage is brightly lit against a dark background, highlighting the speakers.An action shot from the 2023-2025 Performance Making Diploma Graduation. On the left, Nana, a diploma graduate, is smiling as she reaches out to receive her diploma. She has long dark braids and is wearing a cream-colored patterned dress. On the right, Lee, an Access All Areas Associate Artist, stands in profile, smiling as he hands the white paper to Nana. He is wearing a blue and white striped button-down shirt and dark trousers with a yellow belt. In the background, between them, Paul, another Access All Areas Associate Artist, watches the presentation smiling. The stage is brightly lit against a dark background, and a large projection is partially visible behind them.A celebratory group shot from the 2023-2025 Performance Making Diploma Graduation. Ten graduates stand and kneel together on a brightly lit stage, each proudly holding up their official diploma certificate. The graduates are dressed in a variety of colorful and festive outfits, and all are smiling or cheering toward the camera. Behind them, the word "Congratulations!" is projected in large, bright green letters against a dark wall.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Some of our masterclasses involve big gestures and dramatic poses...some are about focusing on the details. January masterclass with Voice Coach, Christopher Holt was all about breath, being aware of the rib cage, and listening to our bodies. Serious focus and essential skills being developed.🗣️
An action shot from an Acting Voice Masterclass. Christopher, a voice coach, stands behind John, an associate artist, assisting him with a breathing exercise. Christopher is wearing a beige t-shirt and a dark grey textured cardigan, with his hand placed on John’s side for guidance. John, who has long dark hair tied back in a ponytail and a beard, is wearing a navy blue t-shirt and dark trousers. He stands upright with a focused expression, looking straight ahead. The scene is set in a bright rehearsal studio with white walls and a large black curtain in the background.An action shot from an Acting Voice Masterclass. Christopher, a voice coach, stands next to Mariam, an associate artist. Christopher is wearing a beige t-shirt and a grey textured cardigan, demonstrating a technique by breathing alongside Mariam. Mariam, wearing a pale grey zip-up top, stands straight, looking ahead with a calm expression. The scene takes place in a bright rehearsal studio with white walls and a black curtain in the background.An action shot from an Acting Voice Masterclass. Heather, providing creative support, stands behind Millie, an associate artist, assisting her with a breathing exercise. Heather is wearing a dark t-shirt and purple trousers, with her hands placed on Millie’s back for guidance. Millie, wearing a dark vest over a white long-sleeved t-shirt, has her arms stretched and looks downward with a focused expression. The scene is set in a bright rehearsal studio with white walls.An action shot from an Acting Voice Masterclass. Emily, providing creative support, stands behind Claire, an associate artist, assisting her with a breathing exercise. Emily is leaning to the side to observe Claire's technique while holding Claire’s rib cage to monitor the breath. Claire is wearing a dark top and stands with a focused expression, looking forward. The scene is set in a bright rehearsal studio with white walls and a large black curtain in the background
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Punching our way into 2026! 🥊💥 Some of our artists started the year with a wellbeing session with Mark from themawstudios. Mark led calm, structured boxing drills, with Hayley guiding the relaxation at the end. Strong session. It’s good to be back in the rehearsal room. 🔥 #ArtistWellbeing #NewYear
A diverse group of people wearing boxing gloves pose together in a bright studio, some kneeling and others standing in fighting stances. The room has overhead lighting rigs and a grey floor, suggesting a rehearsal room.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
What. A. Year. ✨ We’ve been busy doing a lot of things, including: 🪩 Take Part-ing 🏛️ Masterclass-ing 🏆 Transforming Leadership-ing 🎬 Content Creation-ing 🎭 Research-ing and develop-ing 🧾 Recruiting-ing 🎯 Consult-ing 🎉 Celebrating-ing So much that our verbs are tired.
A group of people stand in a line during a masterclass. A person in the centre, wearing a patterned Christmas jumper, is speaking and gesturing with their hands while smiling. Others beside them listen attentively, some smiling, in a bright indoor studio setting.A smiling Spring Back participant  in a white T-shirt raises both arms enthusiastically during a workshop, standing in a bright studio space with blurred figures in the background.
A Spring Back participant wearing a bright red Christmas jumper featuring cartoon turtles and the words “Merry Christmas Dudes” stands indoors with their arms raised mid-gesture, as if leading an activity. Other people are visible in the background, slightly out of focus, seated and standing in a light, modern room.The digital content team pose together in front of a brick wall decorated with tinsel and posters. Steph, on the left, wears a Christmas jumper featuring a dinosaur. Cian, to his right, is dressed in a green furry Grinch-style costume. Gemma wears reindeer antlers, a beige cardigan, and a brown checkered skirt. Hannah, on the right, smiles while holding a black dog. Plants and festive decorations fill the background.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
TJ, also one of our Associate Artists, is joining us as a co-facilitator on Voice. He leads warm-ups and sessions focusing on accessibility. He’s always thinking about changing tasks to meet students’ needs, and it really helps them shine. 🌟
A candid shot of tutor TJ in a brightly lit room. TJ, who has short, bleached hair and is wearing dark glasses, a black sleeveless shirt with a white graphic of a dreamcatcher, and grey trousers, is sitting and looking intently at papers being held by an unseen person in the foreground. The name "TJ" is overlaid in large white text at the bottom.A graphic with a dark grey background and a teal textured border. A large quote in white text reads, "The amount of talent we’ve got this year is really impressive." The attribution below reads, "-TJ." A blue and white quote icon is in the upper right corner.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Christopher has been bringing his skills to the Diploma for the past 8 years. He has over 30 years as a voice coach, director, actor, singer, educator, and academic. Pretty impressive. 💥
A candid action shot of tutor Christopher, a white man with dark, curly hair and a dark shirt, standing and gently placing his hand on the back of a diploma student. The student, wearing a colorful, patterned sweater and glasses, is seated on a wheeled stool, looking up at him. The scene is a bright rehearsal room. The name "Christopher" is overlaid in large white text at the bottom.A graphic with a teal background and a textured green/yellow border. A large quote in white text reads, "The diploma is the best of work: hungry, eager talented individuals, willing and keen to learn, grow and extend themselves." The attribution below reads, "-Christopher." A blue and white quote icon is in the upper right corner.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Lee, one of our Associate Artists, joins us as co-facilitator for Movement. He leads warm-ups, demonstrates moves, and always finds the perfect track to get everyone energised. His playlists are epic. 💽
A close-up headshot of tutor Lee, a Black man with a beard and short dark hair, smiling while seated and holding an open book. He is wearing a grey, sleeveless t-shirt and a black bag strap, and is in a brightly lit rehearsal room. The name "Lee" is overlaid in large white text at the bottom.A graphic with a dark grey background and a teal textured border. A large quote in white text reads, "This group are well creative and full of curiosity. This is their time! They've got this." The attribution below reads, "-Lee." A blue and white quote icon is in the upper right corner.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
✨ Here are some of the top-class tutors working with the Performance Making Diploma this term.
A banner image titled "Meet our tutors (Part 1)" for the Performance Making Diploma. The top half shows three action shots: Christopher helping a diploma student on a stool in a bright rehearsal room; a smiling Lee in a grey t-shirt holding a book; and TJ with short, bleached hair and dark glasses, wearing a black shirt with a white graphic, looking intently at papers. The bottom half features a teal panel with the Performance Making Diploma logo and a large dark grey panel with the white text "Meet our tutors" and yellow text "(Part 1)."
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
And yes, we have to talk about the Access All Areas cupcakes that one of the Diploma students baked. Branded, beautiful, and disappeared fast. 🧁 Good people, tasty treats, and great company.
A close-up shot of six cupcakes in a box, topped with white frosting and a yellow fondant square. The fondant has the raised text "ACCESS ALL AREAS" on each one.A cheerful, posed shot of a Diploma graduate and Anna, an Associate Artist, holding up cupcakes that read "ACCESS ALL AREAS." The graduate on the left wears a brightly colored Christmas cardigan. Anna on the right wears a fuzzy white coat, round glasses, and reindeer antlers, and is laughing.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Festive party vibes: spot on. 💥 Artists, friends and family bringing maximum sass, big laughs, bold looks, and karaoke that more than filled the room.
Stephanie, a young woman with Down's syndrome, is wearing a bright red Christmas jumper that reads "Meet me under the Mistletoe." She stands holding a clipboard and pen and is looking directly at the camera. The background is a display case filled with photos and Christmas decorations.Lee, wearing a dark blue Christmas sweater with a Nordic pattern and a Santa hat, is singing into a microphone during karaoke. Several other people are visible, seated or standing, in the softly lit room behind him.A candid shot of three people smiling and clapping. On the left, a Diploma student wears an orange and pink striped turtleneck sweater. In the center, a Black Cab Company member wears glasses and a dark grey t-shirt with a floral design and is laughing happily. On the right, another Black Cab Company member wears a black hoodie and a striped winter bobble hat.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
One day, you’ll spot that applications are open for AAA’s Performance Making Diploma, and you’ll want to get involved... Dayo’s win at the I Talk Telly awards on Sunday sparked huge excitement among our students, who are so proud to see an alum making his mark in the industry. Congrats again, Dayo!
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
No one could take home the Turner Prize like Nnena Kalu, wearing a rosette that read “Idol, Legend, Winner, Whatever.” A massive congratulations to this amazing learning disabled artist, a huge win. And credit to Action Space for supporting such a standout artist. Full-length 🎥 bit.ly/4q0OvYq
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Hiral joins our students every week, bringing years of experience from her 10+ years working as a documentary producer and director in TV. 🔥 It's wonderful to have such fantastic volunteers on the team this term. They make such a big difference. 🙌 #PerformanceMakingDiploma #volunteerspotlight
A headshot of a woman named Hiral with long, straight dark hair, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression. She is wearing a white t-shirt against a bright, slightly blurred background. Her name is overlaid in large white text at the bottom.A graphic with a teal background and a textured green/yellow border. A large quote in white text reads, "Being a volunteer with the Diploma is opening my eyes to a world of creativity and talent that I really hope gets noticed more." The attribution below reads, "-Hiral." A blue and white quote icon is in the upper right corner.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Aimee, who has experience supporting learning disabled and autistic people in schools, drama groups, and community organisations. Now she’s trying out her facilitation skills with us in a higher-education setting and smashing it. 🌟
A headshot of a young woman named Aimee with long brown hair, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression. She is partially framed by a wooden bar to the right, suggesting a casual selfie style. Her name is overlaid in large white text at the bottom.A graphic with a dark grey background and a teal textured border. A large quote in white text reads, "The students are super talented, and they've been up for anything the Diploma throws at them." The attribution below reads, "-Aimee." A blue and white quote icon is in the upper right corner.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Millie jumped in as a volunteer after finishing her drama degree. She thinks the Diploma is an incredible course. And honestly, it’s even better now she’s here. 💫
A headshot of a young woman with dark hair in two braids, looking off-camera with her arms raised above her head in a dynamic pose. She is wearing a dark blue shirt and a lanyard around her neck. The name "Millie" is overlaid in large white text at the bottom of the image, suggesting a volunteer profile.A graphic with a teal background and a textured green/yellow border. A large quote in white text reads, "There is an unbelievable amount of creativity, each student brings something different to the room." The attribution below reads, "-Millie." A white and blue quote icon is in the upper right corner.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Joseph is an actor who’s worked all over the world. He helps students by leading exercises, taking notes, and most importantly, backing their boldness all the way.💥
A headshot of a young man with long, curly dark hair and a beard, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression against a grey, textured background. The name "Joseph" is overlaid in large white text at the bottom of the image.A graphic image with a dark grey background and a green/teal textured border. A large quote in white text reads, "I love to encourage the room to keep being bold (not that it is needed in this incredibly bold company)." The attribution on the next line reads, "-Joseph." A blue and white quote icon is in the upper right corner.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
✨ Meet the amazing volunteers who are working with the Performance Making Diploma this term.
A banner image for the "Performance Making Diploma" and "Meet our volunteers." The top third features four headshots: a man with long curly dark hair, a woman with dark hair and a white top, a young woman with brown hair, and a person with their arms raised in an energetic pose on a stage. Below the photos, a teal panel contains the diploma logo and text, and the bottom third is a dark grey panel with the white text "Meet our volunteers."
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
At some point in your career, you’re going to get an audition for EastEnders. It’s very important that you go to that audition… Dayo’s only gone and won it. So good to see his work on @bbceastenders.bsky.social getting the recognition it deserves. Congratulations, Dayo ✨
 A graphic award tile featuring a portrait of the actor Dayo Koleosho. The text on the tile reads, "I TALK TELLY AWARDS 2025" and "WINNER BEST SOAP NEWCOMER DAYO KOLEOSHO." The background is blurred and light, with the BBC and EastEnders logos visible in the upper corners.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
🌟 We’re thrilled to share that Access All Areas has received funding from the @westonfdn.bsky.social ! 🌟 This support will help us keep putting learning disabled and autistic voices at the heart of UK culture - creating bold work, training new artists, and driving real change in the industry.
A graphic image with a dark grey background and a thick yellow border. In the center, the text reads "Garfield Weston FOUNDATION" in white, below a stylized white square with a "W" inside. Below the foundation name, the large text reads "Thank You!" in bold white letters. A small yellow star icon is placed in the upper right corner.A wide shot of a masterclass in a bright room with a yellow door. Lee, Luke and Claire are gathered around a large, rolled-up paper map. A smiling Lee in a dark, patterned shirt is leaning in toward Claire, who has Down's syndrome and is wearing a bright blue shirt. A smiling Luke in a dark grey sweatshirt is also looking at someone out of the frame ahead. Other participants are visible in the background.A theatrical production shot features two actors sitting in a large, pink swan boat prop with an orange beak. Both actors have their mouths wide open in dramatic expressions, possibly screaming or singing. Charlene, on the left, is wearing glasses and green overalls over a white shirt, while Kirsty, on the right, is wearing a light blue t-shirt and dark pants. Thick ropes are wrapped around the neck of the swan, and the background is dark with dense foliage and a harsh spotlight.Cian is sitting center stage on a low, circular white platform with a ruffled green skirt. He is wearing a dark t-shirt and a bright turquoise and green hooded silk robe. The stage has white curtain backdrops, and is dramatically lit with blue and purple lights, creating a smoky atmosphere above him.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Our Artistic Director Nick got a bit nosy and dropped in to see Dayo on the @bbceastenders.bsky.social set this week. Big smiles all round 🙂 You can catch Dayo as Kojo on @bbciplayer.bsky.social most days. #eastenders #kojo #behindthescenes #bbciplayer
A photograph of Nick (on the left) and Dayo (on the right) standing in front of a closed light wood door with a dark frame. Both men are smiling and pointing at a small plaque on the door that reads "DAYO KOLEOSHO." Nick is wearing glasses and a black hoodie, and Dayo is wearing a textured grey overcoat over a dark puffer jacket.A photograph of Nick (on the left) and Dayo (on the right), standing shoulder-to-shoulder in front of a closed light wood door with a dark frame. Nick is wearing glasses and a black hoodie and has one arm resting on Dayo's shoulder. He is smiling warmly at the camera. Dayo is wearing a dark puffer jacket underneath a textured grey overcoat and is also smiling at the camera. A small plaque is visible above Dayo's shoulder, reading "DAYO KOLEOSHO".
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
We’re heading to #OskaBrightFilmFestival! ✨ Our short ‘Portrait of an Artist: Cian Binchy – Bringing Fantasy to Stage’ was selected. The film follows Cian’s journey creating ‘A Small Enclosed Room with Alfie Murphy’, the latest show developed through our Associate Artist Programme. More soon 🎬
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
“I’m Flag Man and I love flags. My favourite flag is from Driereland — half Ireland, half drag queen.” – Bruno, Associate Artist, introducing his new cabaret character One of many moments that had us bursting into laughter during our November Masterclass. 😆
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
We’re thrilled to be partnering with Newham Youth Empowerment Service on two new projects. We’re exploring performance and employment skills with young learning disabled and autistic people from the borough 💥
Two people, Georgia and Adam, stand outside at night in front of a brightly lit building with large windows, looking up at the camera with wide smiles. They both have their arms spread wide in a welcoming or enthusiastic gesture. Georgia is wearing a yellow scarf and a dark jacket, and Adam is wearing a tan jacket.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
We flew across the Irish Sea a few months back to consult on 'Rewarding', Conker Pictures darkly funny take on the world of social care. We’re over the moon to see it getting its first screening at the Belfast Media Festival this Wednesday! 🙌
Two people, a woman and a man, stand side-by-side on a residential street under an overcast sky. Both are wearing ID badges on lanyards. The woman is wearing a light blue dress and the man is wearing a green shirt and a plaid shirt jacket. Red brick houses line the street behind them.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
“I don’t want to go home…but I have to go home!” 💔 What a queen! 👑 Ellie handled Saturday’s result with such strength and grace — showing once again what a brilliant role model she is for learning disabled people across the UK.
A Group of five people pose together on a theatre stage. Vito dressed as a white rabbit in makeup and bunny ears stands beside Ellie in a black and white costume with decorative black leaves. Three others stand beside them smiling — one in a shimmering multicoloured dress, another in a silver patterned shirt, and another in casual clothes. The stage behind them has silvery web-like decorations and theatre seating.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
October’s masterclass was a total joy! 💥 After a full day of digging into the script, our Associate Artists found loads to connect with in the @barbicancentre.bsky.social modern adaptation of 'The Seagull' — enough to start putting our spin on it. 🔥 Let's say ideas were flying. #disabilityart
Two AAA associate artists, Alain and Samantha, are seated and holding scripts. Samantha on the right is smiling and wearing glasses and a green top. She has long blond hair tied up in a ponytail. Alain on the left is looking down at his script and wearing a black t-shirt. He has short brown hair.Yasemin, an AAA Associate Artist with her hair in a ponytail, is actively rehearsing, holding a script and gesturing dramatically with her right hand. She is wearing a yellow patterned cardigan. Behind her, Nick, AAA Artistic Director, also holds a script and is engaged in the rehearsal. He is wearing glasses and a black sweater.A close-up of Mariam, AAA Associate artist, with dark hair and glasses, wearing a brightly striped sweater. She is holding a script and looking intently at a person off-camera to the right. The back of a person's head with a ponytail is visible in the foreground.Nick, AAA Artistic Director, and Cian, AAA Associate Artist, are standing and discussing scripts in a rehearsal room. Nick on the left with short hair and glasses is reading his script. Cian on the right, with long hair and a blue bandana, is speaking animatedly while holding out his script. The back of a third person's head is visible in the foreground.
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Access All Areas @aaaprods.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Anna, Harry and Luke stirred up new ideas in last week’s Performance Lab — we've got a feeling that this is just the start of something special. 🔥 Stay tuned — something’s cooking. 🧑‍🍳👀 #performancelab #associateartists #disabilityart
Three people sit in a bright room having a discussion. One person leans on a chair wearing a red cardigan and striped jumper, while the others sit beside them — one in a navy shirt and shorts, and the other in a grey hoodie and jeans, gesturing as he speaks. Handwritten notes are visible on the wall behind them.
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