Touch Compass

Touch Compass
Formation1997
FounderCatherine Chappell MNZM
PurposeProfessional arts and inclusive education organisation whose work is disability-led.
HeadquartersTamaki-Makaurau Auckland, New Zealand
LeaderGM/Kaiwhakahaere Matua: Jon Tamihere-Kemeys, Artistic Direction Panel: Rodney Bell, Dr Suzanne Cowan and Lusi Faiva (appointed 2021)
Websitehttps://www.touchcompass.org.nz/

Touch Compass is a professional disability-led arts and inclusive education organisation in New Zealand established in 1997 as a disability-integrated dance company.[1][2][3][4] They have been at the forefront of inclusive arts, dance and theatre in New Zealand and have 'paved the way for many dancers and performers and companies across the country.'[1] They create contemporary dance, theatre and digital performances, an inclusive education programme and have run workshops, weekly community classes and education for schools.[5]

  1. ^ a b "Touch Compass farewells Catherine Chappell". DANZ. Retrieved 3 March 2022.
  2. ^ Moger, Laine (4 August 2016). "Touch Compass, Auckland's inclusive dance company, reaches new heights with free show for kids". Stuff. Retrieved 3 March 2022.
  3. ^ "Touch Compass". Touch Compass. Retrieved 3 March 2022.
  4. ^ "Touch Compass Dance Trust". Disability Arts Online. Retrieved 3 March 2022.
  5. ^ "The Touch Compass Dance Trust Board". Charities Services. Retrieved 3 March 2022.