Autism, Acting & Being Yourself: Fiaya’s Story
24 September - 19 mins
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Representation in entertainment is improving, but is it actually becoming more accessible for autistic and neurodivergent performers? Valerie McHugh is joined by content creator and acting student Fiaya, who was diagnosed with autism in her 20s, to talk honestly about identity, burnout, and finding freedom in finally understanding yourself.
Fiaya shares why acting feels like escapism and magic, what autistic representation on screen still gets wrong, and the practical changes that could make auditions and sets more supportive — from clearer communication to calmer spaces and more breaks.
One Day Many Voices is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the Television Licence Fee and has been devised...
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