• StopGAP wins Shape "Inspired by 2012" commission for dance

Shape has announced its four £5000 commissions for disabled or deaf artists to create work inspired by the London 2012 Olympics, with funding from London Councils.

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• The four commissions are:
  * Kazzum Theatre Company (Street Arts)
  * StopGAP Dance Company (Dance)
  * Liz Bentley (Spoken Word / Poetry)
  * Aaron Williamson (Visual Arts / Media)

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Shape is a unique organisation working with deaf and disabled artists, audiences and participants in the arts and creative sectors.  For further information please visit http://www.shapearts.org.uk/

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