Disabled Dreamers: Panel Discussion and Variety Show
In Pain and Insane is excited to host another radically accessible event with Wild Pride 2026! Disabled, queer and joy centric
DISABLED DREAMERS…
In Pain and Insane is excited to host “Disabled Dreamers” , a two-part event for Wild Pride 2026! The first part is a panel discussion which will be facilitated by Allie Pauld about arts and accessibility for disabled queer artists.
Allie Pauld (she/her) is a Tiohtia:ke (Montreal) based activist, educator and artist. As a disabled queer Black woman, Allie’s work focuses on body politics, disability, gender, sexuality, and race. She has conducted original research on the intersections of these different topics. Panelists will share about:
– hardships they’ve faced being queer and disabled performers/artists,
– successes they’ve had,
– how their crip and queer identities are present in their art,
– what they want to see improve in terms or disability inclusion in our queer artistic spaces, etc.
After the panel discussion, we will move into the variety show which will be closed to Disabled/Sick/Mad/
Performer lineup is coming soon!
Let’s dream and build together in a world where disabled bodyminds are not given the privilege of desire and dreaming. We can’t wait to connect in our pain, insanity, and joy.
ACCESSIBILITY INFO
- Larger venue with more space for mobility aid and wheelchair users
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Door widths between 27 and 34 inches
- No push buttons for bathrooms, we will have volunteers available if needed. Doors are very lightweight.
- ASL and LSQ interpretation
- Descriptive whisper guides (en) for folks with low-vision*
- Outdoor space
- Free food and drinks
- Mask mandatory, and masks available
- Seperate low sensory and quiet room
- Air purifiers and open windows for air circulation
- Chairs and floor cushions
- Transportation available upon request*
- Alcohol free event. We will not p0l!ce personal consumption and intoxication but please be mindful of others