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19/06/2026

Meet the Venice Fellows ✨

Alumni artists, Jennifer Booth, Dominika Jackowska and Jameisha Prescod are heading to Venice as part of a cohort of sixty artists representing the UK at the 61st Venice Biennale.

Over a month-long residency in partnership with Arts – British Council, they'll be welcoming visitors to the British Pavilion, connecting with artists from around the world, and working on their own creative projects.

Show them some love in the comments 👇

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1. Yellow text on a purple background reads "Venice Fellowships Programme, British Pavillion, 61st International Art Exhibition".

2. Headshot of artist Jameisha Prescod, they're quoted saying “It is an absolute honour to be selected as an Unlimited Venice Fellow. It's such an incredible privilege to support the work of one of my favourite artists Lubaina Himid.”

3. Artist, Jennifer Booth, is quoted saying “It’s a chance to deepen my research through fieldwork, build lasting peer networks, and develop confidence in public-facing work - strengthening my long-term career and visibility.”

4. Headshot of artist Dominika Jackowska, she's quoted saying “I'm excited to explore Venice through a sensory and creative lens, connecting with other artists while having dedicated time to experiment, reflect, and grow my practice.”

16/06/2026

We fund boundary-pushing work. Work that might struggle to find a home elsewhere because of its ideas, form or approach. Work with the potential to tour, to be programmed, to be seen.

Because real change happens when the industry chooses to book work by disabled artists, and when audiences get to experience it.

By ensuring commissions are taken up, toured and presented across different scales and places, we shift perceptions, expectations and opportunity.

🔗 Find out more about how we commission: bit.ly/4uSfZSW

📸 Tamm Reynolds, Midgitte Bardot’s Shooting From Below. Photo: Holly Revell

Image description: Text reads 'Boundary-pushing. Unconventional. Unfunded elsewhere.' Photo of Midgitte Bardot, a drag queen with dwarfism, on stage looking out to an audience that’s out of frame. They have on a big blonde wig, a fur coat and large glasses with purple lenses. They’re wearing white face makeup with blue eyeshadow and a red fishnet bodysuit over the top of a big green bra. They’re also wearing silky white shorts.

15/06/2026

Early bird tickets are on sale now. Places are limited so book while you can. 💡

The Unlimited Symposium. East Bank, London. March 2027.

Three days moving from exchange and exploration towards collective action with disabled artists and disabled-led organisations at the heart of the programme as keynote speakers, panellists, and commissioned artists.

The symposium is for allies, consultants, cultural leaders, freelancers, funders, independent practitioners, organisations and policymakers from across the UK and around the world.

🎟️ bit.ly/49s4rgP

The symposium is supported by Arts Council England and Arts – British Council, and made possible in partnership with Battersea Arts Centre - BAC, East Bank, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Europe Beyond Access, Sadler's Wells, and the Southbank Centre. Together, we’re building something that goes beyond one event.

Image description: A group of artists and arts workers conversing at an Unlimited event. We can see that two of them are visually impaired. Text reads 'Symposium. Tickets on sale now. 15-17 March. London'

12/06/2026

"Mummy, what's wrong with that man's legs?"

A playful, joyous new children's circus show from Head Over Wheels explores the absurdity of navigating an everyday world not built for everyone.

Two performers. Non-typical bodies. A stage full of curiosity, laughter and universal stories of disability. 🤸

📅 Catch it in Oxford this weekend at Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities.

🎟️ Get your tickets now: bit.ly/46LWDoG

An Unlimited UK Partner Award 2025 commission with the Cultural Programme, Oxford University made possible thanks to funding from Arts Council England.

Also funded by Paraorchestra The Place London and CRYING OUT LOUD. With special thanks to 101 outdoor arts. Designer/Director: Mish Weaver.

Video description: Behind the scenes shots of the show and of Jonny and Tilly being interviewed.

12/06/2026

Last chance to apply! Applications close midday on Monday ⏰

We're seeking independent disabled panel members to select our next Partner Awards round.

09/06/2026

“In an ideal world, access riders would be standard practice in every workplace.”

Our new resource, How to embed access riders in the workplace, answers key questions arts workers need to better support artists.

But what does it look like from an artist’s perspective?

Christopher Samuel shares his experience of using access riders - a tool that helps disabled artists clearly communicate their needs and expectations within working relationships.

Read more on our blog, and explore the resource if it resonates: bit.ly/3URpBg7

📸 Dani Bower

Image description: Christopher Samuel in an art studio.

09/06/2026

We loved welcoming Arts Council England's Darren Henley, Bobbie Robertson, and Julie Russell from Wakefield Council to our Wakefield hub base on Friday.

Our team showed them our accessible office and stunning new mural by Sofia Barton. We also shared how we’re making the cultural sector more accessible across West Yorkshire - including our portable rest kits.

Thanks for coming to us. 🙏

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1. The Arts Council England and Unlimited teams stand smiling for a photo outside the Unlimited office.
2. Bobbie and Darren laughing in the office.
3. Jo showing Darren our window mural by Sofia Barton
4. Lydia and Darren having a chat.
5. Jo showing Darren and the ACE team the misery meals cookbook.

09/06/2026

08/06/2026

⏳ One week left to apply.

We’re inviting disabled curators, creatives, and producers to help shape what gets commissioned, which work is supported, and which artists receive funding.

Be part of the decision-making process behind the work. Don't just take our word for it. 👇

Apply to join the selection panel by Monday 15 June, midday.

🔗 Find out more: bit.ly/UnltdPanel

The Unlimited Partner Awards are made possible thanks to support from Arts Council England, Cyngor Celfyddydau Cymru | Arts Council of Wales and The National Lottery through Creative Scotland.

Image description: A headshot of Mario Gomez, one of our panel members. A quote from him reads "The advice I would give to others thinking about applying is, do it! Apply! Being a panel member was a highlight of my year and one I will remember throughout my life."

05/06/2026

Artist Rudy Kanhye explores the forgotten histories of indentured immigration, uncovering stories buried beneath layers of time, trade, and silence.

Working with archival materials and glass prints, his practice reveals the tension between what is visible and what remains hidden, reflecting on legacies of empire, migration, and transcultural solidarity.

An Unlimited UK Partner Award 2025 with Summerhall Arts, made possible thanks to funding from Creative Scotland.

Video description: Rudy speaks directly to camera about his practice and recent award, while glimpses of archival materials, ongoing explorations, and work in progress provide insight into his artistic journey.