Spaces of Joy was a nationwide 12-week pilot programme for freelance producers of contemporary performance, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, resources and networks for working with and feeling closer to the practice of Learning Disabled and Neurodivergent (LD/ND) artists.

The guiding aims of the programme were:

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• To develop the inclusive practice of producers when working with Learning Disabled and Neurodivergent Artists 

• Establish more links between producers, artists and venues to ensure that more Learning Disabled and Neurodivergent artists are having their creative work produced

• Develop the networks of freelance producers with Learning Disabled and Neurodivergent artists

Spaces of Joy was designed and led by Daisy Hale, supported by partner organisations Unity Liverpool, Fuel, Cambridge Junction, Camden Peoples’ Theatre, London International Festival of Theatre (LIFT), Artsadmin, Arts at the Old Fire Station, The Egg, Exeter Phoenix, Hackney Showroom, Battersea Arts Centre, and funded by Arts Council England.

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There were 10 places available for independent freelance producers, selected from an open call, as well as producers from Artsadmin and Fuel, 12 total.

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