Setting the Stage
In our commitment to foster cross-cultural understanding, IPAFA facilitates the development of future generations of international talent. We have set our standards high and use the proven and qualified results of the Olympic and Paralympic movements as our model. The IPAFA team endeavors to reflect the outstanding caliber of the Games.
To facilitate our dream of an inclusive world and because we firmly believe that art and artists are the truest ambassadors of that world IPAFA lends its support to existing festivals and arts competitions. We have a proven track record in the staging of model arts competitions, festivals and opening ceremonies.
IPAFA has set the stage to showcase excellence in all cultures.
Past Events
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| 2009 |
Quest For Excellence documentary |
request DVD (info@ipafa.com) |
| 2008 |
Samsung Marriage of Excellence |
Beijing, China |
| 2004 |
Paralympic Salute to our Athletes |
Athens, Greece |
| 2003 |
Garnered Official Licensee status for Arts and Entertainment for the Canadian Paralympic Committee |
Canada |
| 2001 |
International Olympic Committee concept presentation |
Seoul, Korea |
| 2000 |
Blueprints Arts and Entertainment Festival |
Toronto, Canada |
| 1999 |
Blueprints Arts and Entertainment Festival |
Toronto, Canada |
| 1996 |
Olympic Salute to our Athletes
- featuring Céline Dion, David Foster, Leslie Nielsen |
Atlanta, USA |
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| "A Quest for Excellence" |
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Kevin Connolly, sensational photographer of the human condition. His work provides the mirror each one of us stare into when faced with each other's differences.
The Host of IPAFA's groundbreaking documentary "A Quest for Excellence", Connolly forces us to see the world through a lens of changing perceptions. It is through this very lens that Connolly challenges the notion of "disability" with both people living with physical disabilities and those who choose to reduce them to a stare. . . . click for more . . . |
| "The Art of Excellence" |
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The Old Classics and the New Classic Jazz! This prestigious one hour concert takes the word "Excellence" to new heights. Artist living with disabilities transcend the television norm to join forces with familiar faces. . . . click for more . . . |
| "Samsung Marriage of Excellence Concert Tour" |
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These unique live musical and cultural shows took place during the summer of 2008 in China and delivered the highest quality entertainment performances as International and Eastern stars took to the stage alongside artists living with disabilities! . . . click for more . . . |
| "Samsung Marriage of Excellence Television Special" |
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This is the finale performance television special. The most dramatic demonstration of the purity of art is found among artists with disabilities. It is their unique voice and vision that propels their art and helps create cross-cultural understanding. . . . click for more . . . |
EVENTS & PROGRAMMES
"A Quest
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Excellence" |
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"The Art
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Excellence" |
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"Marriage
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Excellence
Concerts" |
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"Marriage
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Excellence
Television" |
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