The Hello Arts Collective includes a consulting team rooted in our shared values; care, curiosity, and creativity. We create an environment of mutual respect and accessible engagement in which your stakeholders feel heard and your purpose is made clear. Our facilitation process fosters active listening and responsiveness that inspires and activates your team around a common mission.
Lee Ann Etzold (she/they) is a creative consultant, educator and award-winning theatre artist who values curiosity, community and accessible art and art-making. Since 1998, they have helped shape the performing arts in Philadelphia through her work on stage, in neighborhoods, and in collaboration with Fringe Arts, The Wilma Theater, The National Constitution Center, Art-Reach, The Free Library of Philadelphia, The Cultural Alliance of Greater Philadelphia and others. In 2012, Lee created the Hello Arts Collective to help organizations forward their mission, through reciprocal learning, human-centered planning, and a brave investment in building welcome and community through their art. Lee draws from twenty years of professional experience in theater production, performance, education, and administration. Through Hello Arts, she taps a deep network of creative innovators who bring unique talents and voices into partnerships.
Beth Tiewater (she/her/hers) believes in the worth and dignity of every person and is passionate about working toward equitable communities through the arts and social justice. As Thought Leader, Programs and Development at Baker Industries, Beth created and implemented an innovative workforce development program based on trauma-informed principles. Program “graduates” participated in workshops created exclusively for them with the Wilma Theater’s Portable Studio, The Barnes Foundation, the Penn Museum, and PAFA. At the Ardmore Food Pantry, Beth introduced the full-choice model of food distribution and, based on trauma-informed principles, created a welcoming space for pantry guests. Striving to serve the whole person, the Hello Arts Collective and Main Line Art Center offered arts workshops to guests and provided opportunities for performance and exhibits.
Beth has served on Philadelphia’s Roadmap for Growth Action Team and also served as a City Council Connector. Beth worked closely with the CIty of Philadelphia’s Commerce Department on launching the Fair Chance Hiring Initiative and has spoken on many panels for both the City and the Chamber. Beth studied Voice Performance at Temple University and has performed and recorded with the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Mendelssohn Club of Philadelphia. More recently, Beth received a Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership from Arcadia University and a Certificate in Trauma- Informed Practices from Bryn Mawr College.
Beth has served on Philadelphia’s Roadmap for Growth Action Team and also served as a City Council Connector. Beth worked closely with the CIty of Philadelphia’s Commerce Department on launching the Fair Chance Hiring Initiative and has spoken on many panels for both the City and the Chamber. Beth studied Voice Performance at Temple University and has performed and recorded with the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Mendelssohn Club of Philadelphia. More recently, Beth received a Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership from Arcadia University and a Certificate in Trauma- Informed Practices from Bryn Mawr College.
Hello Arts consulted on and project managed the Audio Description Learning Network - Winner of the AD Award in Theater from the American Council of the Blind.
Audio Description Coaches and Resources:
Simon Bonenfant
Simon Bonenfant serves as a performer and Outreach Coordinator for Hire Musicians, LLC. He works as a Cultural Accessibility Consultant for Philly Touch Tours, as well as an Accessibility Analyst for the Audio Description Learning Network. He also works as a podcast host for the Blind Abilities and White Canes Connect podcasts. Connect with Simon at sbonenfant2(at)gmail.com
Links: https://instagram.com/hiremusiciansllc , https://nfbofpa.org/white-canes-connect-podcast/
Click here to listen to the White Canes Connect podcast about the ADLN
Charmaine Parrish
Charmaine Parrish, a legally blind accessibility advocate since 2011, transitioned to her role as an Audio Description Coach in 2023 after training with the Audio Description Learning Network. With a passion for accessibility, Charmaine champions the belief that access belongs to everyone. She guides individuals and organizations in their efforts to craft meaningful audio descriptions, ensuring that all can fully engage with the arts. Connect with Charmaine to enhance accessibility at Coach(at)ABLEphilly.com
Natanya Sortland
Natanya Sortland is currently a Blind Coach at People's Light and Theater and has a background in dance. She loves being involved in creating training programs that improve audio description.
Connect with Natanya at natanyasortland(at)yahoo.com
Simon Bonenfant serves as a performer and Outreach Coordinator for Hire Musicians, LLC. He works as a Cultural Accessibility Consultant for Philly Touch Tours, as well as an Accessibility Analyst for the Audio Description Learning Network. He also works as a podcast host for the Blind Abilities and White Canes Connect podcasts. Connect with Simon at sbonenfant2(at)gmail.com
Links: https://instagram.com/hiremusiciansllc , https://nfbofpa.org/white-canes-connect-podcast/
Click here to listen to the White Canes Connect podcast about the ADLN
Charmaine Parrish
Charmaine Parrish, a legally blind accessibility advocate since 2011, transitioned to her role as an Audio Description Coach in 2023 after training with the Audio Description Learning Network. With a passion for accessibility, Charmaine champions the belief that access belongs to everyone. She guides individuals and organizations in their efforts to craft meaningful audio descriptions, ensuring that all can fully engage with the arts. Connect with Charmaine to enhance accessibility at Coach(at)ABLEphilly.com
Natanya Sortland
Natanya Sortland is currently a Blind Coach at People's Light and Theater and has a background in dance. She loves being involved in creating training programs that improve audio description.
Connect with Natanya at natanyasortland(at)yahoo.com
