22/10

Collaborating on Accessibility as part of Artist Care

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Line-up

David Smeulders (Founder, BODY Amsterdam, BE) / Hasvat Informant (AU) / Ilias Hader (NL) / Jordan Borg (AU) / Kimmah (NL) / Pre Silent (IT)

Date

Wed, Oct 22, 2025
16:45 - 17:30

Location

Pacific Amsterdam (The Auditory) | Polonceaukade 23, Amsterdam

Interests

Inclusivity / Lab 〰 Industry / ADE Lab / Panels & Talks

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Collaborating on Accessibility as part of Artist Care

Speakers: Hasvat Informant (Artist), Jordan Borg (Agent & Artist Manager, Kromanti Agency), David Smeulders (Founder, BODY Amsterdam), Kimmah (Artist), Pre Silent (Artist & Founder, Noise Orchestra & Co-Curator, FREGA)
Moderator: Ilias Hader (Co-Founder, BODY AMSTERDAM)

Level: Foundation

Accessibility in nightlife is getting more attention for club visitors, which is a big step forward. Even though the scene is improving, there is still work to do to make sure artists have equally inclusive and accessible working spaces.

In this session, Mike Blyth, better known as Hasvat Informant and a wheelchair user himself, opens a dialogue with promoters, club spaces and accessibility initiative Body Amsterdam about the practical challenges disabled artists still face behind the decks. Together they will share insights and ideas for building future collaborations that work for everyone.

Instead of avoiding bookings or overlooking the issue, this conversation invites the entire community to work together on solutions that make performing possible for all and remove invisible barriers. Whether you are an artist learning how to express your needs, or an aspiring promoter or artist liaison looking for ways to start the conversation, you will leave with the tools and inspiration to take action.

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Tickets for the specialist sessions, such as ADE Lab and ADE Green can be found on the ticket page closer to the date of ADE 2026.

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ADE Pro is the ultimate business and inspiration gathering for the electronic music industry. The four-day conference returns to live action at our iconic home base Felix Meritis and features dedicated programming at the forefront of our industry. In addition, ADE will also continue to host conference programs dedicated to young creators and aspiring professionals.

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