Disability Pride Month Celebration: Accessible Dance Workshop with Award-Winning Propel Dance
| Dates: | 11 June 2026 |
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| Times: | 13:00 - 15:30 |
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| What is it: | Workshop |
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| Organiser: | School of Environment, Education and Development |
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| Who is it for: | University staff |
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This unique session will be led by Propel Dance, the UK’s first and only award-winning professional wheelchair dance company. The workshop is designed for everyone to take part — no dance experience needed. Whether you want to actively join in, move at your own pace, or simply experience something different, you are very welcome.
The afternoon will also include:
- Networking and informal conversation
- Afternoon tea and refreshments
- Celebration of our Disability Photography Competition winners
The event is an opportunity to:
- Celebrate Disability Pride Month
- Explore creativity, movement, and inclusion
- Connect with colleagues across the university
- Reflect on accessibility and disability in a positive and engaging way
Accessibility Information:
- The venue is wheelchair accessible
- The workshop will include music and lighting
- A dedicated quiet room will be available throughout the event
- Seating can be provided during the workshop — please indicate this in the booking form
Venue accessibility information is available via AccessAble
We would love to see staff from across the university attend, whether you identify as disabled, neurodivergent, an ally, or are simply interested in learning more about inclusive practice and community.
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John Thaw Theatre
Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama
Manchester
