Words & Ideas

PAH! Stories - CANCELLED

PAH! is a celebration of raw, passionate, intersectional stories by four d/Deaf/HoH storytellers.

$26.00
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Six people are seated in the front row looking up and responding to what they are seeing. Each person has a different response, some are in shock and some are laughing. All are wearing black clothing.
A young white man stands with his hands waving in the air. He is doing the Auslan applause. He wears a Keith Harring printed black and white t-shirt.
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Image Credit: Nory Gretz

Six people are seated in the front row looking up and responding to what they are seeing. Each person has a different response, some are in shock and some are laughing. All are wearing black clothing.
A young white man stands with his hands waving in the air. He is doing the Auslan applause. He wears a Keith Harring printed black and white t-shirt.

  • Produced by: Sam Martin

  • Supported by: Catherine Dunn

Experience the power of authentic storytelling at 'PAH! Stories'. Everyone is welcome to join us for an evening of captivating tales from emerging and established d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing storytellers. You'll be immersed in unique perspectives and experiences from a community that is often underrepresented.

Through personal tales ranging from the hilarious to the heart-wrenching, PAH! celebrates intersectionality and human connection. Be prepared to laugh, cry, and be moved as these storytellers share their raw and authentic narratives, shedding light on the ways their identities shape their lives in both familiar and unfamiliar ways.

Don't miss out on this captivating one-night event. Book your tickets now! This event is Auslan interpreted.

  • Duration: 60 minutes

  • Event Accessibility: Blind or Low Vision Rating: Partially Accessible, Deaf or Hard of Hearing Rating: Fully Accessible

  • Age suitability: M

  • Event warnings: Mild Coarse Language, Some Infrequent/Low Pressure Audience Interaction.

  • Content warnings: Disability Slurs, COVID-19/Coronavirus, Audism, Discrimination.

  • Festival Hub: Trades Hall - ETU Ballroom
    Cnr Lygon & Victoria Sts, Carlton, VIC, 3053

    Wheelchair Access

    Festival Hub: Trades Hall - ETU Ballroom is wheelchair accessible.

    The entrance to the venue is on Lygon St. You can head up the front stairs and through the main doors, from there head right to get to the Loading Dock.
    If you need step free access, there is lift at the front of the building and our team will be able to guide you from there to the Loading Dock.

    Once you're in the Loading Dock you can head west and through the corridor to the stairs, and up to the ETU Ballroom. There is also a lift if you are unable to take the stairs.

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  • Full: $26.00

  • Concession: $20.00

  • Extra Applause: $35.00

  • Blak Tix: $15.00

  • Member discounts available

    This event is eligible for 25% off full price Fringe Dweller tickets. Just add the tickets that you want then login at checkout and you'll get the cheapest tickets. If you're not a member yet, simply add a membership to your cart and you'll be able to access Fringe Dweller prices straight away.

Sessions: In Person Events

A single $5.50 transaction fee applies to your booking.

Date Time Venue

Friday, 13 October 2023

6:30pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - ETU Ballroom

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