Georgia Burnell performing in Constellations by Tom Ryalls. A white woman with long hair wearing a hospital gown, stands on stage, her arms spread out. Behind her is a black background, with tiny pinpricks of light creating constellations, and beside her there is a telescope. Above her head, the caption says "that's the next show. It'll be great. Everyone will laugh their heads off, and applaud and then I'll bow" in blue.

2026 CRIPtic Artists

We’re thrilled to introduce the amazing creatives who have joined our 2026 Artist Development Programmes!

In 2026, we’re once again delivering four artist development programmes, designed to support disabled creatives at different stages in their career, from emerging writers, fresh theatre makers, experienced creatives, to disabled cultural leaders shaping change within the arts sector.

This year we’re supporting 14 artists to unleash their creativity and create bold new work.

Artist Rachel Gadsden stands on stage in a studio space with her arms outstretched. BSL performer Anna Kitson & musician Freddie Meyers stand either side of her, eyes downcast. They are all dressed in black. Behind them is a large, colourful and frenetic painting by Rachel.

Breakthrough 2026

Jacqui is a black woman with black waist-length twists, She is wearing a green velvet tracksuit. She is sitting in her powered wheelchair and singing into a microphone with her eyes closed.

Incubate 2026

Tatum, a non-binary person, sits in a spotlight, their back to the camera.

Launchpad 2026

Ozioma Ihesiene stands looking down at the script in her hands. She is a black woman, wearing a green fleece.

Reach 2026

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