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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 06/10/2026

It was fantastic to see so much creativity, talent and activism across Belfast over the past few days. We hope you enjoyed Bounce 2026 as much as we did. We’ll see you next time!

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 06/10/2026

And to everyone who came along, supported the artists, joined in the conversations and helped us celebrate the brilliant work of d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists and creatives, we’re so glad you were part of it.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 06/10/2026

We want to say a special thank you to our funders. They include the Arts Council of Northern Ireland, Paul Hamlyn Foundation, and Belfast City Council. We’d also like to thank Creative Scotland; Film Hub NI, part of the BFI Film Audience Network; CQ BID; the Four Nations International Fund.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 06/10/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who made Bounce 2026 possible, from the incredible artists, performers and speakers to the venues, volunteers and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make the festival happen.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 06/10/2026

Bounce Arts Festival 2026 has come to an end! From 30 September – 4 October, we welcomed d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists and creatives to Belfast for five brilliant days of performances, exhibitions, talks, workshops, writing, music and more.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

We finished the weekend with Stage Beyond Theatre Company’s The Caucasian Chalk Circle, exploring love, justice, morality and belonging through their distinctive inclusive approach to theatre making.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

Sunday brought a screening of Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore, exploring the life and career of Deaf actor and advocate Marlee Matlin, her groundbreaking career in Hollywood and her fight for greater accessibility.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

We enjoyed Four Out of Five by VICS, a powerful performance exploring how visually impaired people navigate the world through their four senses, with an interactive experience inviting audiences to engage with the work

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

Very Interesting Perspectives: Blind Artists’ Network brought blind and visually impaired artists and arts facilitators together to share experiences, ideas and connections. CAREAID also explored disability aids, accessibility and identity through creative discussion and making.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

What a brilliant weekend at Bounce Arts Festival! Saturday brought artists, facilitators and audiences together for conversations around access, disability, creativity and identity, alongside powerful performance and participatory work.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

The application deadline is 4:00 pm on Thursday 22 October 2026. If you want to learn more about the role, or would like to apply, you can find more information on our website. You can also email applyto@universityofatypical.org, or call us on 028 9023 9450.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

This is a part-time role of 20 hours per week. It has a limited-term until the end of March 2027, in line with the pilot. It is primarily based in our Belfast office, with some possibility for hybrid work. It requires some travel across Northern Ireland.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

University of Atypical is managing delivery of the initial All In pilot in Northern Ireland on behalf of the Arts Council of Northern Ireland. The All In Gateway Coordinator will recruit organisations to the pilot, consult with potential users, and contribute to reporting and publicity.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

University of Atypical is recruiting for a new All In Gateway Coordinator. This is a short-term role until the end of March 2027. All In is a new disabled-led access scheme developed collaboratively by the 5 national Arts Councils of the UK and Ireland. @allin.online

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 05/10/2026

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 04/10/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who performed, shared their work, contributed to the discussions and came along on Friday.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 04/10/2026

At the Seamus Heaney Centre, The Mighty Pen brought together three sessions: Concrete Poetry from Brain Injury Matters, Gulliver’s Travels inspired writing from Open Arts, and rehearsed readings of activism themed work by disabled and neurodivergent writers.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 04/10/2026

Over at The MAC, we had a brilliant evening with Tito Bone, who performed The World Is Burning, So Please Enjoy My Drag Show, bringing plenty of energy, performance and personality to the festival.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 04/10/2026

We were delighted to welcome artist and activist, and symposium chair, Emma Campbell, Jenny Sealey from Graeae Theatre Company, climate arts activist Alan James Burns and Kirin Saeed from Visually Impaired Creators Scotland.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 04/10/2026

Friday was another brilliant day at Bounce Arts Festival, with discussion, performance, writing and creativity happening across the city. We brought disabled artists and creatives together for networking, discussion and performance around this year’s theme of Arts and Activism.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 02/10/2026

Selected artists receive £450 in fees, plus reasonable travel and agreed access costs. Event: 3 December 2026, Ulster Museum, Belfast. Submission Deadline: 4:00 pm, Thursday 8 October 2026. Full application details available from University of Atypical’s website. buff.ly/0dmf16T

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IDPWD Open Call – University of Atypical

Theme: Accessibility in FashionEvent Title: “Fashion, Identity & Inclusion: Celebrating Disabled Creativity”

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 02/10/2026

Three artists will be selected to develop and deliver a 15-minute presentation exploring Accessibility in Fashion. Artists working across any artform are welcome, including fashion, textiles, photography, film, performance, craft and digital practice.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 02/10/2026

Only 1 week left to submit your application for the open call: Accessibility in Fashion University of Atypical, in partnership with the Department for Communities, invites d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists based in Northern Ireland to apply for an IDPWD 2026 opportunity in Belfast.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 02/10/2026

There’s loads more happening across Bounce over the next few days, with music, exhibitions, performances and plenty more to explore. There are still tickets available for many events, so check out the Bounce programme and find something to get involved with! buff.ly/vsr7yZn

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 02/10/2026

Tender Ruins is open:Friday 2 October, 10:00 am – 5:30 pm, Saturday 3 October, 10:00 am – 5:30 pm, Sunday 4 October, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 02/10/2026

Over at the Atypical Gallery, we had a busy and extremely well-received opening night for Tender Ruins by Susanne Horsh, as part of Late Night Art. The exhibition is open throughout the rest of Bounce.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 02/10/2026

Bounce has started with a bang! We kicked things off with a sold-out performance from Emer Maguire and the MakeyUppers, followed by brilliant performances from Joe Kenny, Andrea Begley and Future Her at The Black Box. And there’s plenty more to come!

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 30/09/2026

Join us at The MAC on Friday 2 October at 10:30am for a morning of discussion, connection and creative resistance. There are still some tickets available, so we hope you’ll join us! Tickets are available from The MAC Belfast, online, by phone or at the box office. buff.ly/3Mm3c5g

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Arts and Activism Symposium | The MAC Belfast

Brigid O’Dea (Dublin): writer and Gaeilgeoir, sharing works and writings on disability Alan James Burns (Dublin): exploring autism and his practice in…

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 30/09/2026

Event update: Arts and Activism Symposium. Brigid O’Dea is unfortunately no longer able to join us as planned for our Arts and Activism Symposium. The event will otherwise go ahead as planned.

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Alan: Photograph of a smiling man standing against a stone wall with his hands clasped together in front of him. He wears all black, and has short, messy brown hair and a ginger beard.
Jenny: Photograph of a woman backlit in a dark room. She is holding a back of self-raising flour. Her mouth is open as though mid laugh. Pink glasses are balanced on top of her head. She has light blonde hair, and is wearing a grey t-shirt.
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Kirin: Photograph of a smiling South-Asian woman in her fifties, standing in the middle distance. She wears a smart red dress and holds a white cane. She is standing in front of a large, bright window, and leaning on a white office chair.
Emma: Photograph of a woman standing in front of a striped, multicoloured progress flag painted onto a wall. She has wavy red hair, wears round brown glasses, and a long rainbow coloured scarf draped over a black jacket.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 30/09/2026

Saturday 3 October 2026, 2:00 to 4:30 pm, The Ledger Studio, University of Atypical. Tickets: £5. Accessibility: clear verbal and written prompts. Participants can observe. Tickets are available from Ticketsource. buff.ly/Lp1vGRA

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 30/09/2026

We still have tickets available for CAREAID! Join artist Zofia Kuligowska for CAREAID, a playful workshop exploring accessibility, identity and creative solutions. Bring an object, photo or story that helps you navigate everyday life.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 29/09/2026

Very Interesting Perspectives is funded by the Four Nations International Fund through Arts Council England, Arts Council Northern Ireland, Arts Council Wales, Creative Scotland and Wales Arts International.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 29/09/2026

Following a performance by Victoria Geelan, join Helen Hall, Fia Neises, Amelia Lander Cavallo and Pádraig Naughton for a lively discussion on the VIP project and their experiences as blind and visually impaired artists. Followed by a networking event.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 29/09/2026

We still have some tickets available for Very Interesting Perspectives: Blind Artists’ Professional Network project, the Blind Artists’ Professional Network Panel and Networking Event, will take place on Saturday 3 October at 11:00am at The MAC, as part of Bounce Arts Festival 2026.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 28/09/2026

Tickets are still available for our screening of Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore. Come experience this celebrated documentary and hear Marlee’s story in her own words. Book your spot via the link here: buff.ly/P0k0heR

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 28/09/2026

Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore When: Sunday 4 October 2026 Time: 12:00–2:30pm Where: Ledger Studio, University of Atypical, Belfast The screening will have subtitles, seating, and a short Q&A with BSL and ISL interpretation.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 28/09/2026

Tickets are still available for our screening of Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore, a powerful documentary by Deaf filmmaker Shoshannah Stern exploring Marlee’s groundbreaking career, advocacy for accessibility, and journey within the Deaf community.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 27/09/2026

The Atypical Gallery launches Susanne Horsch’s exhibition, Tender Ruins, for the Bounce Arts Festival at 6:00 pm on Thursday 1 October followed by an artist talk at 2:00 pm in the gallery on Friday 2 October starting at 2:00 pm.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 26/09/2026

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 26/09/2026

Tickets are £5.50 and are available through The MAC’s website, over the phone or at The MAC’s box office. Book your tickets here: buff.ly/9MHILpG

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 26/09/2026

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 26/09/2026

Very Interesting Perspectives: Blind Artists’ Professional Network project, the Blind Artists’ Professional Network Panel and Networking Event, will take place on Saturday 3 October at 11:00am at The MAC, as part of Bounce Arts Festival 2026.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 25/09/2026

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IDPWD Open Call – University of Atypical

Theme: Accessibility in FashionEvent Title: “Fashion, Identity & Inclusion: Celebrating Disabled Creativity”

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 25/09/2026

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 25/09/2026

Only 2 weeks left to submit your application for the open call: Accessibility in Fashion University of Atypical, in partnership with the Department for Communities, invites d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists based in Northern Ireland to apply for an IDPWD 2026 opportunity in Belfast.

Image of a promotional graphic. On a linen textured background, on the top left of the image is a graphic black and white, textured image of an adaptive clothing zipper, partially unzipped. The ring pull of the zipper creates the “O” in the words “Open Call”, which features in the centre of the graphic, in large, thin, black lettering. To the right of this, are the words “Accessibility in Fashion”, in smaller, black lettering.

Underneath this, are the words “2 weeks left”, in large black text which is right aligned.

The logos for the Department of Communities and University of Atypical are featured at the bottom of the image.

On a white, linen textured background, the words "International Day of Persons With Disabilities, 3 December 2026, Ulster Museum, Belfast” feature in the upper, middle section of the image, in thin, black, sans serif font.

Under this is “8 October” in large, in thin, black, sans serif font, with the words “Submission Deadline” in smaller thin, black, sans serif font beneath this.

On a white, linen textured background, the words "Northern Ireland Residents, 15 Minute Presentation, £300 Commission Fee, £150 Participation Fee, Travel and Access Fees” feature in the upper, middle section of the image, in thin, black, sans serif font.

Under this is “3 Artists” in large, in thin, black, sans serif font, with the words "d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent” in smaller thin, black, sans serif font beneath this.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 24/09/2026

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 24/09/2026

What counts as a disability aid? Join artist Zofia Kuligowska for CAREAID, a playful workshop exploring accessibility, identity and creative solutions. Bring an object, photo or story that helps you navigate everyday life.

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 22/09/2026

Friday 2 October 2026, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, The Studio, The MAC Belfast. Tickets: £16.50 Come laugh, celebrate, and enjoy some gloriously queer disabled joy. Tickets are available from The MAC Belfast online, by phone or at the box office. Book here: buff.ly/9geBe1w

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University of Atypical @universityofatypical.org · 22/09/2026

Get ready for glitter, camp, chaos and queer disabled joy! Sheffield’s Tito Bone is bringing An Evening with Tito Bone (a.k.a. The World Is Burning So Please Enjoy My Drag Show) to Bounce Arts Festival. This is one you won’t want to miss!

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