Get Your Tickets:
We’ll screen all four participant-created short films. Giving the artists a chance to see their work come to life on the big screen and share it with family, friends, and the community. A short artist Q&A will follow the screenings.
Event details
5:30 PM — Doors open / social time
5:50 PM — Welcome
6:00 PM — Film Screening 1
6:30 PM — Artist Q&A
6:45 PM — Film Screening 2
The second screening is a repeat of all four films for anyone who can’t make the first showing.
The event is free, but everyone attending will need a ticket because seating is limited.
SILENT STORIES SPEAK
Diverse Voices is our 10-week animation workshop specially designed for individuals with disabilities. In a supportive environment with expert guidance, participants will bring their own stories to life through animation while building confidence & meaningful connections.
Everyone has a story to tell.
Our hands-on workshops make storytelling fun, accessible, and meaningful—empowering participants to create, express, and be heard.
What You Explore:
Story structure, character design & dialogue
Drawing, sound effects & animation
Collaborative storytelling & self-expression
Problem-solving through play and creativity
Generative AIs & Motion Capture
What to Expect:
Participants design characters, write stories, record voices, and bring it all to life through animation—with creative guidance every step of the way.
One session per week for 10 weeks (2 hours each)
Small groups (2–8 participants) for personalized support
All abilities welcome—no experience needed
Use your favorite materials or tools we provide
We come to you—calm, food-free environments only
How We Support
Instructors experienced with PWS and developmental disabilities
Predictable sessions with visual schedules & movement breaks
Tailored assistance based on individual needs
Designed to build confidence, joy, and creative voice
Let’s connect
Give us some details and we’ll be in touch soon
Help Bring Silent Stories to Life
Your contribution helps individuals with disabilities discover their voice through animation
All donations are tax-deductible through our fiscal sponsorship with Springboard for the Arts.
Diverse Voices is a sponsored project of Springboard for the Arts, a nonprofit arts service organization. Contributions on behalf of Diverse Voices may be made payable to Springboard for the Arts and are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Thanks to funding provided by the Minnesota Department of Human Services and our partners, new voices are being heard through animation
