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2 Dec

Alter State Symposium: Wednesday

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Alter State is a space to think, share and connect. Over two afternoons, Deaf and Disabled artists share their ideas on what it means to build a future together. Recognise International Day of People with Disability at Alter State Symposium: Thursday.

This Symposium program grew from community through an Expression of Interest process that asked what mattered most.

You are welcome to join in person or online.

Hours

Date Times
Wed 2 Dec
  • 2.30pm - 5.30pm 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Location

The Leaper Family Pavilion
Arts Centre Melbourne
100 St Kilda Rd
Southbank 3004

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Price and bookings

From $10 to $25

Adult / general $25
Book online for Alter State Symposium: Wednesday

Contact details

  • telephone number: 1300 182 183
  • email address: boxoffice@artscentremelbourne.com.au
  • Visit website for Alter State Symposium: Wednesday

Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets
  • Assisted listening
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  • Auslan interpreted
  • Captioned event
  • Companion card accepted
  • Mobility access
  • Relaxed/low sensory

All accessibility information is self-reported by the listing owner. It has not been verified by the City of Melbourne.

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Alter State: Opening Night Party

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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

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