NFB Performing Arts Division strives to empower blind artists. with confidence and independence the blind can excel in arts and live the life they want.
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Make sure your membership is current so you can join the discussion on November 18, 8:30 PM ET for our first Ever Self Advocacy Check-In! #Blind performers face unique challenges as we advocate for ourselves, so come share your questions with others who understand. #Disability.
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2027 #Artist #Grant applications open through November 30! Do you have a project needing funding? Check it out and please share! Please visit:
forms.gle/NyBUAxW6mSKkZ8Y19
#Blind #Blindness #Disability #PerformingArts#Music #Acting #Dance
This is tomorrow, Sunday, 6:30 PM Eastern! Meeting ID: 850 2056 5427
Passcode: 263663
Come learn about getting into audiobook narration and bring your questions!
Curious about #audiobook narration as a #blind #actor? Join our membership call Sunday, October 18, 6:30 PM Eastern for a panel of established narrators with time for Q&A! Zoom info coming soon. Save the date! #Acting #Audible #Audiobooks #Audio #Books #Disability
Episode 57 of #SceneChange is one you don’t want to miss, featuring @PreciousPMusica and her latest #music, documentary, Book, and much more! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… #Musica #WhiteCaneDay #BlindMonth #Blind #Disability
ALT “Precious in a royal blue dress poses beneath a wooden archway in a warmly lit, vintage-inspired room, smiling softly with her eyes closed.
Curious about #audiobook narration as a #blind #actor? Join our membership call Sunday, October 18, 6:30 PM Eastern for a panel of established narrators with time for Q&A! Zoom info coming soon. Save the date! #Acting #Audible #Audiobooks #Audio #Books #Disability
Check out our latest #SceneChange featuring #Blind #percussionist Shane Lowe! You’ll hear expert tips on navigating live stages, playing in a variety of groups, and even live demonstrations. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
ALT Shane sits in a casual performance outfit holding a djembe and bongos.
Meet our board and share your ideas for the division, this Sunday, August 30, 8 PM Eastern, 5 PM Pacific! Time for networking and sharing your projects too! All are welcome!
Meeting ID: 938 6265 0059
#Blind #Disability #PerformingArts#Music #Dance #Acting #Accessibility
Last chance to get your #Kazoo at #NFB26 is today in the exhibit hall table F6 from 5 to 9 PM! Don’t miss out on this noisemaking delight! #Blind #Disability #Fundraiser #Music
Renew your 2026 PAD membership today!
nfb-pad.org/member
Be sure to pay your $5 dues by July 1 to qualify for voting and elections at #NFB26. Thank you for supporting #Blind #Performers!
We’ve had many members take part in this amazing program for #Blind #Musicians. Spots are still available, so check it out today!
Music speaks emotions words cannot capture. If you know someone who could benefit from joining the SongSight family, help them apply at SongSightRetreat.com/apply #BetterTogether #SongSight #Retreat #DisabilityCommunity
ALT Angie sits on wooden stool, playing a harp that is sitting in front of her, head slightly down with hat covering her eyes
Fantastic new Scene Change out now featuring violinist @RBPviolinist! Our first guest with a #Disability that isn’t #Blind. Please subscribe and share with a friend! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
#Music #Violin #Musician #Accessibility #Equality PC Lisa-Marie Mazzucco
ALT The image depicts a woman playing a violin. She has long, wavy reddish-brown hair and is wearing a blue dress with floral embroidery and silver sparkly embellishments around the waist. Her right hand holds the bow, which she draws across the strings of the violin, while her left hand fingers the neck of the instrument, positioning it under her chin as she plays. The setting is a plain white background, focusing attention on the musician and her performance.
Don’t delay — order a Valentine’s Telegram today! Orders close February 6, so plan now to have a song sent to your loved ones to spread the #love. nfb-pad.org/telegrams #Blind #Disability #Music
Did you miss our December #SceneChange #Podcast? Jump into #improv #comedy and learn the basics with guests Briley O’Connor & Ryan Strunk! Might be one of our funniest episodes yet… podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… #Blind #Acting #Actor #Disability.
Scene Change #podcast is back and better than ever! we’ve got a throwback to #NFB25 with special guests Sharonda Goode and Joe Giacinto talking all things Showcase of Talent with a #vocal and #clarinet duet thrown in! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… #Blind #Blindness #Music #Disability
Have you thought about applying for our Artist Grant? We’re offering up to $1000 total to support projects of #Blind performers! Zoom call October 5 at 8 PM Eastern to answer all your questions. Meeting ID: 918 3201 9607 Find grant info on our website: nfb-pad.org
Seeking friendly, flexible, talented musicians (vocalists and instrumentalists) to join our telegram delivery crew for upcoming seasons! Email [email protected] with your info, musical experience, and an audition song. Deadline October 31. #Blind #Blindness #Disability #Music
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Blind musicians unite! Tickets available now for the SongSight "Better Together" concert October 25th! 🎶🦯 eventbrite.com/e/songsight-b… @PiperTrust @Dbacks @NFB_voice @NFB_PAD @AmericanIdol
Join us tonight to network on our first membership call after #NFB25! 8 PM Eastern. Zoom: Meeting ID: 841 6440 4613
Passcode: 782383
#Blind #Music #Acting #Dance #Performing #Accessibility #Disability
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Tons of fun adjudicating this talent showcase for the National Federation of the Blind Performing Arts Division in New Orleans! So many amazing and talented blind artists! @NFB_PAD @NFB_voice @AmericanIdol #NFB25
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Hanging with @SongSight alums and @nfbpad friends in New Orleans at the National Federation of the Blind. #nfb25 #Blind @NFB_voice @AmericanIdol @KatelynMacMusic
