In a world where representation shapes perception, the stories we tell matter. Yet, for people with disabilities and their supporters, the cultural landscape is alarmingly barren of authentic representation.
- Zel Iscel
“We love fictional men because they are written by women, and they are so great because a woman is writing what she thinks we want, and we do want it”.
- Allie Daisy King
Here at Missing Perspectives, we're running a series that we call High Agency Women. It's focused on incredible women working in the tech and business space - but it's safe to say, actress Vidya Makan, currently Eliza in Hamilton, is one High Agency Woman.
- Phoebe Saintilan
Singer Voice of Lele opens up about how music helped heal deep cultural and personal wounds.
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"As a person who is legally blind myself, I would have loved a blind Barbie when I was a child. But what would make me even happier is if the children around me had received one and, consequently, been a little more inclusive," writes Melissa Marsden.
- Melissa Marsden
Proud Yawuru woman and storyteller Lillian Banks has choreographed groundbreaking original works as part of Bangarra Dance Theatre's 'Dance Clan' program. Here's what she had to say.
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Missing Perspectives speaks to the film's new villain, Awhimai Fraser, plus Barlow and Bear who are the first female songwriting duo and the youngest to compose for a Disney feature film.
- Alicia Vrajlal
If you think Raygun represents the women of the Australian breakdancing scene, then think again. We want to spotlight some incredible young women on your radar, STAT.
- Phoebe Saintilan
Well, when Wicked first premiered on stage in 2003, America was still mourning the tragedy of 9/11, George W. Bush was in office, and the War on Terror was well underway. Allie Daisy King reflects on how despite being over two decades old, Wicked continues to be as relevant as ever.
- Allie Daisy King