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Arizona Autism United Announces 3rd Annual Spectrum of Dreams Talent Showcase on Sept. 26, 2026

A public celebration of performances and visual art by neurodivergent Arizonans at The Madison Center for the Arts; proceeds support AZA United’s services.

Arizona Autism United Presents the 3rd Annual Spectrum of Dreams Community Talent Showcase

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Spectrum of Dreams returns Sept. 26, 2026, 4:00–6:00 PM at The Madison Center for the Arts in Phoenix.

The event spotlights neurodivergent performers and visual artists, offering public performance experience and community connection.

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The only event of its kind in Arizona, Spectrum of Dreams was created to give individuals on the autism spectrum a platform where they can be seen, heard, and celebrated. Since its debut, the event has drawn hundreds of attendees each year, bringing local artists and performers together for an evening centered on connection and belonging. For performers, Spectrum of Dreams offers a rare opportunity to step outside their comfort zones, build new skills, and share their gifts with a live audience, many for the first time.

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  • Michael Wayne O'Neill, a young advocate, storyteller, and host of The MWO Show and co-founder of Inspiration Station of America, will serve as emcee.
  • Design Works Gaming, Sustainability Engineering Group, Maxbet Capital, Activate Health, Unomojo, Mohave Cannabis Co, Sarrc, Morgan Stanley and Sun Cornerstone Group Inc.
  • Arizona Autism United Presents the 3rd Annual Spectrum of Dreams Community Talent Showcase Accessibility Statement Skip Navigation A community celebration of performances and visual art honoring the talents...
  • The community is invited to be part of this extraordinary celebration of talent, achievement, and self-expression, honoring the talents and perspectives that make it stronger.
  • Proceeds support AZA United's mission to empower individuals and families across Arizona.

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This year's event is made possible through the grant funding of The Arizona Cardinals Foundation and The Arizona Commission for the Arts and the support of our sponsors: Arizona Autism United (AZA United) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2006 that serves over two-thousand individuals with autism every day throughout Arizona. Our mission is to help as many people as possible with individualized supports.

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  • Clinical specialties include behavior analysis, speech language pathology, occupational therapy, clinical psychology, and mental health counseling.

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28, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Arizona Autism United (AZA United) is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Spectrum of Dreams, a vibrant community celebration honoring the individuality and dedication of people with autism and other developmental disabilities and shining a light on the many ways they enrich the community. Among this year's lineup are several notable guests. ABOUT ARIZONA AUTISM UNITED (AZA UNITED) About Arizona Autism United:

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