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    Waiting for the Bus tells the story of the disability rights movement through the lens of individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities and showcases the everyday experiences of individuals living in an institutional facility, highlighting their resilience, challenges, and the often-overlooked nuances of their lives. The unique and ground-breaking theatrical production centers around a bus stop, which serves as a profound backdrop for exploring themes of patience, hope and the human condition. Award-winning playwright James Burnside led the collaborative process that created the play.

    Waiting for the Bus is not just a play, it is a cultural event with the power to inspire change and foster greater understanding,” said Producer Celia Hughes, who is also the executive director of Art Spark Texas. “The fact that this original work is premiering in Austin provides a unique opportunity for the city to shine a spotlight on disability rights and inclusion.”

    Playwright James Burnside said the inspiration for the play was the vast chasm that exists between the intentions of those who want to create peaceful healthy places for disabled people to learn and grow and the end result, which so often is filled with tales of physical and mental abuse. Art Spark’s support while he was writing Waiting for the Bus was essential, he said.

    Thurs, Nov. 14 – Sat, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m.
    Sun, Nov. 17 at 2 p.m.
    Fri, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m.
    Sat Nov. 23 at 2 p.m.

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