Behind the Scenes: Ron Zimmerman in conversation with Mickey Rowe (Autism and the Arts Ep. 2)

Written By Sam Weismann

Renowned producer, director, and journalist Ron Zimmerman’s interview provides a behind the scenes glimpse of the life and career of Mickey Rowe, autistic and multiply disabled Broadway star who is also a disability and accessibility expert.

Note: This session is intended to partner with our session "Fearlessly Different: From Special Education to Broadway’s Biggest Stage”, and goes into greater depth.

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Mickey Rowe
Mickey Rowe

As an autistic and multiply disabled person Mickey Rowe (he/him) believes that when we design for accessibility, we help everyone to perform at their best, not just disabled folks. Mickey was the founding Artistic Director of National Disability Theatre, and is the award-winning, best-selling author of Fearlessly Different.

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Ron Zimmerman, Producer-Director
Ron Zimmerman, Producer-Director

Ron Zimmerman is a lifelong journalist working for CBS, ABC, Fox and CNN. His live reporting has appeared on Good Morning America, World News Tonight, 20/20 and the BBC’s Horizon and Panorama.

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