SCOPE
Image: Tony Moore
SCOPE is a 3 day theatre workshop intensive in visual storytelling for young Deaf and hard of hearing people. We gather to see and to uncover the infinite possibilities of each individual’s identity through visual vernacular, confidence to be yourself and using imagination to discover Deaf and hard of hearing perspectives.
Deaf and hard of hearing participants will share their scope of: ‘I can. I dream. I uncover” over the 3 days and at the end of the workshop will tell their story to an audience so people can see the world through their own eyes. SCOPE is led by Deaf actor and leader Tony Moore.
These workshops will teach students performance making skills in a fun and inclusive environment. These workshops are a result of a pilot Deaf theatre making workshop for the Keeping in Touch cohort of Deaf and hard of hearing students from the Mackay, Whitsunday and Isaac region. The workshops will uncover and celebrate the skills of young Deaf and hard of hearing people in Queensland and also offer them an opportunity to connect and socialise with their peers. Tony Moore is interested in exploring themes around communication, visual vernacular and ways to articulate dreams and ambitions in a way all can understand through performance making.
The workshops will be hosted in Mackay and Crossroad Arts will offer scholarships for young Deaf and hard of hearing students for travel and accommodation as this has been an identified barrier to participation in the community and the arts.
Dates: 5 - 7 September 2025
Where: Crossroad Arts
Cost: FREE
Access: Wheelchair accessible and led by Deaf Artist, Tony Moore. Interpreters will be available and all other access requirements will be met. There will be travel and accommodation scholarships available.
Scholarships
SCOPE is in its inaugural year and we are seeking applications from regional Queensland students who are Deaf or hard of hearing to apply for funds up to $2,000 to contribute towards travel, accommodation to attend SCOPE. Scholarship applications close on Friday, 5 August 2025.
Please read below for more information including eligibility and application process:
Applicant must live in regional or rural Queensland (outside of the Mackay Regional Council Local Government Area)
Applicant must Identify as Deaf or hard of hearing
Applicant must be available to travel to Mackay and attend SCOPE on the required dates
Information Session
Crossroad Arts is holding an information for parents of Deaf or hard of hearing students to learn more about the SCOPE project. Participants are also welcome to attend.
Date: Wednesday, 2 July 2025
Where: Crossroad Arts, 55 Wood Street, Mackay
Access: Wheelchair accessible. Interpreters will be available.
RSVP: Email admin@crossroadarts.com.au by 1 July 2025. Afternoon tea provided.
For more information:
Contact: Autumn Skuthorpe
Email: admin@crossroadarts.com.au
Phone: (07) 4953 5122
Please note: If you are deaf or have a hearing or speech impediment, please contact us through the National Relay Service.