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It's August, which means Edinburgh Fringe is upon us. We kick off our coverage with an article previewing some of the most interesting disability arts content at this year's festival from veteran Fringe reviewer Paul F. Cockburn
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Review: An exhibition featuring this year's Adam Reynolds Memorial Bursary shortlisted artists is currently on show at Newcastle's Baltic 39. Adam Moesby discovers themes including trauma, ritualistic behaviours & acts of everyday resistance
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Interview: In the second of three articles exploring the creative process for artists making and performing autobiographical work, Viv Gordon talks to theatre-maker and stand up comedian Amelia Stubberfield 
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Review: Kit Redstone's Passengers is a "funny, disconcerting, and at all times humanising" account of experiencing Dissociative Identity Disorder which is at Edinburgh Fringe until 25 August
Ivan Riches is looking for feedback from you, dear readers. You can experience his Surroundings project online and feedback here.

Do you remember losing your first tooth and did the tooth fairy bring you luck? Richard Downes asks what luck do you need in your life at the minute?

Fae Kilburn attends the Architecture Beyond Sight course and comes to the emotional realisation it's the first truly accessible course she's ever attended.
Jobs of the week

OpenUp Music logo, black on whiteOpenUp Music seeks an Administrative Assistant
Bristol | 26 August | £23k
OpenUp Music are now seeking a part time Administrative Assistant to join our team and contribute to the effective running of our Open Up Music programmes and office. This is an incredible opportunity to play a key role in the day-to-day success of an organisation that is passionate about opening up the world of music to everyone.

OpenUp logo in black on whiteOpenUp Music seeks a Fundraising (Development) Assistant
Bristol | 26 August | £23k
This is an amazing opportunity to strengthen your skill-set in a number of areas and work with a talented team who are truly passionate about what they do. It’s an exciting time of growth at Open Up Music. You’ll contribute to our trust fundraising and you’ll have the chance to help the team establish new streams of income, including corporate, major donor and individual giving.
 
Unicorn Theatre seeks Front of House Manager | 19 Aug | London | £25K

South London Gallery seeks Researcher-in-Residence | 19 Aug | London | £225 per day

Northern Ballet seeks Finance Director | 27 August | Leeds | £55-65k

Unfolding Theatre seeks a Company Producer | 27 Aug | Newcastle | £26K

Arts Emergency seeks Project Coordinator | 27 August | Manchester | Contract: Freelance, 12 months, averaging 16 hours per week (equivalent of two working days) Salary: £10 an hour
 

Event of the week 


Arts Council England in black text that wraps in a circle on a white backgroundArts Council England and Diverse City present Funding Advice Session for D/deaf and disabled artists 
Poole | 5 September | Free with booking
A special event for people thinking about applying to Arts Council England, with a focus on applicants who identify as D/deaf or Disabled. The afternoon will include a presentation on different funds (including Project Grants) and what makes a good application. There will also be information on financial Access Support funding available to help applicants with access needs; and guidance in different formats.
SPARE TYRE presents Nights at the Circus at Edinburgh Fringe | Edinburgh | 13-24 August | £10

Oily Cart present Jamboree | Canterbury | 24-25 August | £6

Puppet State Theatre Company present The Man Who Planted Trees | Edinburgh | 12-26 August | £13/11

Project Ability Presents: Young Talent | Glasgow | 17 August - 14 September | Free 

Westway offer funding opportunities for individuals & organisations | North Kensington | 25 March - 16 September 2019
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