Art Spark Texas

Art Spark Texas Art Spark Texas champions accessibility in the arts through multidisciplinary programming, advocacy, and collaboration.

We spark meaningful change in the cultural landscape by empowering people with and without disabilities to explore, create, and lead. Art Spark Texas (formerly VSA Texas) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit.

It is almost Autumn which means that festival season in Austin, Texas is about to launch into full swing. Join Voices of...
08/31/2026

It is almost Autumn which means that festival season in Austin, Texas is about to launch into full swing. Join Voices of Access host Celia Hughes when she speaks with David Grabias, co-director of Brailled It, and Louise Ho of Cinema Touching Disability. Brailled It has a national theatrical opening on Sept 4, and the 23rd Cinema Touching Disability Film Festival is September 5 for one day only. Listen and learn about films by and for filmmakers and people with disabilities! Monday, August 31 from 2-3pm Central. 91.7 FM and streaming at www.koop.org

TUBU Fest is excited to welcome Max James Young-Jones as the director of Magic of the Small! Maxton James Young-Jones is...
08/27/2026

TUBU Fest is excited to welcome Max James Young-Jones as the director of Magic of the Small! Maxton James Young-Jones is a Playwright and Director from Philadelphia. He ‘s directed plays such as “The Cure at Troy”, “I Am My Own Wife” and, “ Angry Fags.”. His play “Raceplay” (written with Nicole Cunningham) was selected Arena Stage’s “Civil War Project” and he performed in Fro. Prison to Stage Actor at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. he is excited to be in Austin and is honored to direct at his first (but hopefully not his last) TUBU fest.

Image description: A photo of Max to the left with his bio written to the right. The text in the header states his name and the title of the play he's directing, both mentioned in the caption. There are two blue graphic flowers in the upper left and lower right corners. In the photo of Max, he's wearing a navy blue knit quarter-zip with a white collared shirt underneath. He has an arm up with his hand behind his neck and he's looking to the viewer's left while smiling. In the background there is an out-of-focus building in a light color.

We are thrilled to be featured in a recent Tribeza article that focused on volunteering. They featured long-time volunte...
08/26/2026

We are thrilled to be featured in a recent Tribeza article that focused on volunteering. They featured long-time volunteer, Luke Stollings who shares his passion for implementing Audio description for live theater. Read more about it on our blog!
https://tinyurl.com/4snrr3a5

The Early Era Collective's upcoming show, Present Perspective Project, is choreographed and created by Daniel Broxton an...
08/24/2026

The Early Era Collective's upcoming show, Present Perspective Project, is choreographed and created by Daniel Broxton and Jarius Carr. Join KOOP's Voices of Access host Celia Hughes for a conversation with Early Era Collective's Artistic Director Stephanie Patrick and long-time Early Era artist Jarius Carr.

Streaming live Monday, August 24 from 2-3 pm Central Time at www.koop.org. This dance production explores post-modern and street style fusion choreography that interweaves a narrative about living, witnessing, and actively participating in the human experience. Learn more about Early Era Collective at https://www.stephaniepatrick.me/

Please join us at our first All Abilities Social Club Open Mic on Friday, August 21, from 6-8pm. It will take place at ...
08/20/2026

Please join us at our first All Abilities Social Club Open Mic on Friday, August 21, from 6-8pm. It will take place at Imagine Art, 1127 Tillery Street. Refreshments will be provided!

30 Stories for 30 Years of Programming ✨ Today we’re spotlighting Nilea Parvin, a teaching artist whose connection with ...
08/19/2026

30 Stories for 30 Years of Programming ✨ Today we’re spotlighting Nilea Parvin, a teaching artist whose connection with Art Spark Texas spans many years.

As we celebrate 30 years, Nilea shares her story and reflects on the impact of disability culture, community, and the arts. Read more: tinyurl.com/nileaparvin-artsparktx 🔗

Today on Voices of Access on 91.7FM KOOP 91.7 FM from 2-3pm as Celia Hughes interviews Ariel Simms, the President and Ch...
08/17/2026

Today on Voices of Access on 91.7FM KOOP 91.7 FM from 2-3pm as Celia Hughes interviews Ariel Simms, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Disability Belongs Disability Belongs 📻

Disability Belongs drives cultural and policy change to ensure representation and influence, creating a more accessible, equitable and inclusive society.

Can’t tune in? Stream the episode online at tinyurl.com/voicesofaccessonkoop 🔗

Mark your calendars for an evening with composer and musician Joe Jaxson and Art Spark Texas 🎼Enjoy live performances an...
08/17/2026

Mark your calendars for an evening with composer and musician Joe Jaxson and Art Spark Texas 🎼

Enjoy live performances and conversation at The Rosette in central Austin, with live captioning provided throughout the event.

Thursday, September 17 | 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 The Rosette | 3908 Avenue B, Ste. 116

A big thank you to Via 313 for generously donating pizza 🍕 Arrive at 6:00 PM to grab a beverage and slices while they last.

Free admission with Eventbrite RSVP: tinyurl.com/joejaxson-artsparktexas 🔗

Denise Knebel has been an integral part of Art Spark Texas’ story. A retired veteran and artist, her journey with Art Sp...
08/13/2026

Denise Knebel has been an integral part of Art Spark Texas’ story. A retired veteran and artist, her journey with Art Spark Texas began in 2009 through Access Gallery. What started with participation in an exhibition grew into a leadership role helping shape the Veterans Strong Program.

Read Denise’s story: tinyurl.com/deniseknebel-artsparktx 🔗

“Art Spark Texas is 30 years old in 2026 and I am proud to say I have been a cog in this beautiful machine for all thirt...
08/05/2026

“Art Spark Texas is 30 years old in 2026 and I am proud to say I have been a cog in this beautiful machine for all thirty years” - April Sullivan

30 Stories for 30 Years spotlights co-founder April Sullivan ⭐️ Read more of her story here: tinyurl.com/aprilsullivan-artsparktx 🔗

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