More People With Disabilities in the Arts

The Brian Lehrer Show | Mar 11, 2016

The 8th annual ReelAbilities: NY Disabilities Film Festival kicks off this week: a celebration of actors, filmmakers, and people with disabilities in the arts. 

Here to discuss more and preview their panel discussion about "Opportunity and Authenticity" are Danny Woodburn, actor, comedian and activist for the rights of disabled persons who's best known for his recurring role as Mickey Abbott on "Seinfeld," and Isaac Zablocki, co-founder and director of the film festival.

→ Find out more about the film festival: The festival runs March 10 - March 16 in various locations around the city. See here for more information.

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