Author: Spectra

Introducing BOSS., our new training programme for learning disabled people passionate about the arts and making change. Over one year, two Trainees will join Spectra staff to learn about being leaders in an arts organisation. We will share more about the programme later this month. In May, we have three optional taster sessions for anyone…

In this podcast, Ty and Ruby discuss: A transcription of this conversation can be found below Photos from Lighting Up The Garden Audio transcription Ruby: Hello! My name is Ruby, I am an artist here at Spectra and the Community Lead, and I’m here today with Ty. Tyrone: Hello, my name is Tyrone Williams, I…

If you need or would prefer this job description or the application form below in another format, please don’t hesitate to contact kerry@wearespectra.co.uk Purpose: To help create a more stimulating version of our new Company Culture Guide, in a digital format that is more accessible and meaningful to everyone at Spectra. Aim: To have an engaging and…

We are so happy to share that we have been awarded funding by Esmée Fairbairn Foundation! This money will fund our Geeking Out On Governance (GOOG) project as well as a new theatre production. Governance. A big word for the processes and policies that are often long, inaccessible and don’t centre care. Over the past…

Photo of The Commons by Tod Jones In this blog, Eman writes about: Over the last two years, we’ve developed our Environmental Action Plan as one way we can evidence our commitment to climate justice to a wider audience. Over on our newsletter, Instagram and LinkedIn, we’ve introduced this quarter’s theme of Co-Creation: What does…

This opportunity is now closed. If you need or would prefer this job description or the application form below in another format, please don’t hesitate to contact maisy@wearespectra.co.uk Purpose: To work with the community to collect stories about growing and the garden space. To develop, design and deliver a creative output based on these stories.…

We are seeking new board members to offer strategic guidance and expertise to ensure Spectra achieves its aims and community purpose. We are looking for someone with: Please click the link below to fill in a short form telling us why you’re interested in joining the Board and what skills and/or experience you would offer.…

This opportunity is now closedSubscribe to our mailing list to hear about future opportunities, events and news. We are expanding our shadowing artist programme! This opportunity is for West Midlands-based learning disabled and autistic creatives who would like to develop their leadership skills and gain more experience in running creative workshops. Deadline for applications: 9…

In this blog, Ray, who is a Shadow Artist with Spectra, writes about: Words by Ray VMFeatured image by Tod Jones My name is Ray VM. I am a freelance artist based in Birmingham. This includes but is not limited to poetry, performance, workshop facilitation, life modelling and papermaking. One day, I was noodling around…

Do you have an idea for a performance that you are passionate about exploring? Spectra’s IDEAS Lab can help! This coming January we are offering four Learning Disabled Artists time, funds and support to research and develop a creative idea.  Q and A session – Open Zoom Room on Thursday 20th November 4.00 – 5.00pm.…