EXCLUSIVE interview discussing the new film Ezra, led by US Autism Speaker and renowned film director Ron Zimmerman. He will discuss the film with: Tony Spiridakis- Ezra Writer, Tony Goodwin- Ezra Director, and Elaine Hall- Ezra Autism Consultant.

In this episode of Voices Across the Spectrum, Rob Bernstein, Stephen Shore, and US Autism Association President Marlo Payne Thurman will host Broadway Star Mickey Rowe, along with up-and-coming actors Seamus Higgins and Henry Durham to discuss a range of topics within neurodiversity for their relevance in both acting and producing.

In this session, panelists will highlight the importance of including the arts in all areas of life for those on the autism spectrum. With a special focus on what is known about brain development for those with autism, this panel will highlight the various art forms in use therapeutically in the treatment of autism and will discuss why the arts are effective in addressing the needs of those on the autism spectrum.

In a motivational and heartwarming session presented by film maker Ron Zimmerman, Ron will share the experience and insights gained from working with the families involved in the film Fierce Love and Art.

In this multimedia presentation, Elaine Hall, one of Hollywood's first Access Coordinators and Autism Consultants for film, TV and theater will share her work on shows such as Jason Katim's Parenthood, HBO's Autism: The Musical, Netflix's Atypical, Love on the Spectrum, Amazon's As We See It, and others.

Music naturally supports social communication. In this presentation you will learn about an approach that uses music and counseling tools in a non-directive way that leads to self-efficacy and independence.

In another exciting and practical addition to the Approaches to Autism Series, Dr. Stephen Shore and Rob Bernstein are joined by Ethan Miller to discuss how the Miller Method is being adapted by Ethan Miller within core principles of music and music therapy.

In this fun and exciting episode of the Approaches to Autism Series, Rob Bernstein, Stephen Shore, and Marlo Thurman will be joined by Elaine Hall, who is a pioneer in the use of the dramatic arts to enhance the quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum.

In this fun and exciting episode of the Approaches to Autism Series, Rob Bernstein, Stephen Shore, and Marlo Thurman will be joined by Elaine Hall, who is a pioneer in the use of the dramatic arts to enhance the quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum.

In this session Dr. Rachelle Sheely, President and Co-Founder of RDI Connect details the core foundations and principles of the RDI method and shares her unique perspective on using poetry to build understanding and relationship between parents and their children.

Music Therapist and Founder and CEO of Voices Together Yasmine White shares key elements of her proprietary Voices Together music therapy model, which has gained approval and funding by multiple North Carolina Public School Systems, the North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, and the North Carolina State Department of Health and Human Services as an approved and evidence-based treatment program for learners across the autism spectrum.

Join us for an insightful discussion on neurodiversity and the arts, including savantism. Dr. Laurence Becker, cinematographer Ron Zimmerman, and Dr. Michael McManmon join Dr. Marlo Thurman to explore the power of neurodiversity in the arts as they discuss nurturing creativity and talent.