The popular weekly performing arts program for young adults with disabilities has expanded in Bathurst with an extra class on Tuesdays.
When: 10am-12pm on Tuesdays.
Where: Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre
The popular weekly performing arts program for adults with disabilities has expanded in Bathurst.
After strong demand a second weekly class is now on offer on Tuesday mornings and now open for enrolments.
The classes are for young adults with disabilities with a strong interest in drama, dance or the performing arts.
Creator of Compareo Catherine McNamara has a long history of facilitating performing arts programs for and with people with disabilities. A major highlight was the premiere of her children’s theatre play ViV! in Bathurst in last year, where members of Bathurst’s Compareo program helped prepare, plan and take part in the professional performance.
“The weekly classes aim to improve confidence, communication, fitness, and team work,” Ms McNamara said.
Participants can attend with support workers, who are encouraged to get involved in the activities too.
“‘Compareo’ is Latin for ‘be visible, be present’, and these workshops are an empowering and skills-based way to build confidence, self-expression and share your creative flair,” Ms McNamara said.
Enquiries: Cath McNamara camcnamara@csu.edu.au
Book: via Kristie at Arts OutWest kcoles@csu.edu.au or 02 6338 4193.
Or via https://form.jotform.com/261650920997063
This program aligns with NDIS participants’ core funding, under Assistance with Social, Economic, and Community Participation.
Arts OutWest coordinates the Bathurst Compareo program.
Image: Compareo members Rebecca, Denley and Brianna performing on stage in ‘ViV!’ in 2025 / Photo Henry Simmons.