This event is in the past.It took place on October 25, 2026 at xBk Live.
Drake Park, Des Moines
Join musician and author Gaelynn Lea for a celebration of Disability Culture and her new memoir, It Wasn't Meant to Be Perfect. The evening features a discussion, readings, and musical performances.
They recommend it:
Gaelynn Lea
American indie folk singer‑songwriter and violinist, disability‑culture advocate
Headliner
Gaelynn Lea is a musician and author who won NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest in 2016 and is known for haunting original songs and traditional fiddle tunes. She released the memoir It Wasn’t Meant to Be Perfect in 2026 and performs with a focus on disability culture.
DEĀ EX MACHINĀ
Des Moines‑based experimental electronic pianist and composer, disabled queer artist
DEĀ EX MACHINĀ is the musical moniker of Torina Gedler, a songwriter, composer, producer and pianist from Des Moines, Iowa. The project released the EP APO/THECARY in July 2026 and is active in disability‑rights advocacy.
Drake Park, Des Moines
Join musician and author Gaelynn Lea for a celebration of Disability Culture and her new memoir, It Wasn't Meant to Be Perfect. The evening features a discussion, readings, and musical performances.
They recommend it:
Gaelynn Lea
American indie folk singer‑songwriter and violinist, disability‑culture advocate
Headliner
Gaelynn Lea is a musician and author who won NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest in 2016 and is known for haunting original songs and traditional fiddle tunes. She released the memoir It Wasn’t Meant to Be Perfect in 2026 and performs with a focus on disability culture.
DEĀ EX MACHINĀ
Des Moines‑based experimental electronic pianist and composer, disabled queer artist
DEĀ EX MACHINĀ is the musical moniker of Torina Gedler, a songwriter, composer, producer and pianist from Des Moines, Iowa. The project released the EP APO/THECARY in July 2026 and is active in disability‑rights advocacy.
Matches these interests
- Disability culture discussion
- Author book talk
- Live musical performance
- All ages event
- xBk Live
- Drake Park
- Des Moines