Andrea Cownden

September 14, 2023

Andrea Cownden (she/her) is a cultural producer and accessibility advocate based on the unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh nations colonially known as Vancouver. She is currently the Programming Coordinator at the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, where she has been part of the team since 2023.

With a background in dance and audio description, Andrea has worked with artists such as Lee Su-Feh, Naomi Brand, and Sasha Kleinplatz and collaborated on choreography and accessibility initiatives with organizations like All Bodies Dance Project. Her experience in integrated access and creative audio description has deepened her commitment to inclusive programming.

Passionate about fostering meaningful artistic experiences, Andrea brings a keen eye for innovative performance and audience engagement. She is excited to continue shaping dynamic and accessible programming in the performing arts.

Photo by K Ho