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Upper ID: yellow green background with Perseus McDaniel and summer campers during an art class in 2019.Building our Deaf arts community is rewarding.
Worth it every single time.
Kimberly Akimbo: The New Musical (ASL Interpreted)
A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order), Kimberly Akimbo is the winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Musical. It features Tony Award®-winning book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire (Shrek), a Tony Award®-winning score by Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), choreography by Danny Mefford (Dear Evan Hansen) and direction by Tony®-nominated director Jessica Stone.
Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her family to a new town in suburban New Jersey. In this “howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show” (The New Yorker), Kim is forced to navigate family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition, her first crush … and possible felony charges. Ever the optimist, she is determined to find happiness against all odds and embark on a great adventure.
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Sunday, January 12. The show starts at 1:00 pm.
Promo code: ASL
ID: Poster for “Kimberly Akimbo, a New Musical” with the title in center, white, and a star-studded rainbow logo above it. Underneath it is a back view of a woman with her hands outstretched, holding the logo up. In the background is a rollercoaster. Text above: “Winner - 5 Tony Awards including Best Musical”
The Sound of Music Sing-A-Long (ASL Interpreted)
Grab your lederhosen, practice your best Maria von Trapp impression and get ready to enjoy Rodgers & Hammerstein's The Sound of Music Sing-A-Long! Join us for a screening of the smash-hit 1965 movie musical in glorious, full-screen technicolor, complete with onscreen lyrics. Based on the amazing true story of The Trapp Family Singers, The Sound of Music is a cinematic landmark and winner of five Academy Awards®, including Best Picture. Starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, the film features timeless songs by Rodgers & Hammerstein including "My Favorite Things," "Do-Re-Mi," "Edelweiss,” "Climb Ev'ry Mountain” and more.
Before the film begins, you’ll test your knowledge with movie trivia, and learn how to participate throughout the screening using your complimentary tote bag filled with interactive surprises. You’ll then enjoy the movie with your fellow attendees – costumed nuns, Maria look-alikes and von Trapp children – all singing their hearts out to the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein tunes. Costumes are not obligatory but highly recommended!
Where: The 5th Avenue Theater: 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Sunday, January 12. The show starts at 1:30 pm.
Promo Code: ASL
ID: Film poster for “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music” with additional text underneath the title: “Sing-A-Long”. The poster shows the iconic scene where Julie Andrews as Maria, stands on the mountain with her arms outspread, with a mountain and lake landscape behind her.
ADWAS: Am I Tripping?
Mark your calendars!
ID: Black background resembling stage light shining on small platform stage. In white box on top left corner says "Save the Date!" In white text below "January 23, 2025 / Am I Tripping? / Understanding the impact of gaslighting on Deaf survivors / Stay tuned for more details. ADWAS logo on bottom right corner.
The Gold Rush (1925)
The Gold Rush (1925) – Charlie Chaplin’s iconic “Little Tramp” embarks on a hilarious and heartwarming journey. Written, produced, directed by Chaplin who stars as the Lone Prospector, a character who ventures into the Alaskan wilderness during the Gold Rush in search of fortune.
The story follows the Prospector as he faces numerous challenges, including harsh weather, hunger, and encounters with wild animals and criminals. One of the film’s most iconic scenes features Chaplin’s character cooking and eating his own shoe to stave off starvation. The Gold Rush is celebrated for its blend of comedy and pathos, and Chaplin himself considered it one of his best works.
ASL interpretation
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Monday, January 27th, doors open at 6pm and show starts at 7pm
To get Tickets, please email info@deafspotlight.org
ID: Vintage movie poster showing a cabin on the edge of a cliff, tipping toward the abyss. Inside the door, there are legs sticking out with a hat and cane falling out of the house. In huge yellow letters “The Gold Rush with Live Orchestra”.
Hamilton: The Musical (ASL Interpreted)
A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation.
HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards, it has won Grammy®, Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Sunday, February 16. The show starts at 1:00 pm
Promo code: ASL
ID: Poster for “Hamilton”, the Broadway musical, with a dark star in the center with a silhouette of a person pointing upwards as the tip of the star. The background is muted yellow with faded tet implying old handwritten papers. The title is in white and overlays the star.
Blues for an Alabama Sky (ASL Interpreted)
In 1930s New York, the hopes of the Harlem Renaissance have been tempered by the realities of the Great Depression. Best friends and artists Angel and Guy dream of a glamorous future but can barely eke out a living in the jazz clubs, while their neighbor Delia and local doctor Sam deal with bombs and break-ins as they try to bring a family planning clinic to the neighborhood. When Angel catches the eye of a handsome newcomer, their clashing values set off a chain of events that will change everyone’s lives. Lyrical and deeply moving, Pearl Cleage’s classic drama will immerse you in the joy, sorrow, and resilience of a society on the brink of change.
Where: Bagley Wright Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Saturday, February 22. The show starts at 2:00 pm.
Seats are reserved for people who need ASL Interpreters. There is an icon indicating which seats are reserved.
ID: Poster for “Blues for an Alabama Sky” with the title in all white capitals on a blue background. Beneath the title is a blue and white image of a woman in fancy dress, sitting on the bottom steps of a marble staircase
The Hula Hoopin’ Queen (ASL Interpreted)
“Around and around the hoops went that day. Circles connecting a community.”
Three Harlem girls vie for the crown of The Hula Hoopin’ Queen, encouraged and mentored by the community elders in master playwright Gloria Bond Clunie’s spirited adaptation of Thelma Lynn Godin’s book. A sweet, funny, and energetic slice-of-life reminder of the essential loops that bind our communities.
Where: Charlotte Martin Theatre; 201 Thomas Street, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Saturday, March, show starts at 1:00 pm
ID: A Black girl in the center, in a park-like setting. She is jumping with her arms spread out. Behind her are a family of three to the left, and a couple to the right with hula hoops. On either side are orange city buildings.
Hamilton: The Musical (ASL Interpreted)
A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation.
HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards, it has won Grammy®, Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Saturday, March 1. The show starts at 8:00 pm.
Promo code: ASL
ID: Poster for “Hamilton”, the Broadway musical, with a dark star in the center with a silhouette of a person pointing upwards as the tip of the star. The background is muted yellow with faded tet implying old handwritten papers. The title is in white and overlays the star.
The Last Five Years
An interwoven love story, this modern musical takes a devastatingly honest look at one couple's journey falling in and out of love. Through clever storytelling and sharp lyrics, Jason Robert Brown's cult favorite gives us a raw and intimate window into two souls and two perspectives of one relationship. Jamie, a moth drawn to Cathy's flame, finds instant success as an author. Cathy, head over heels for Jamie, burns out as a discouraged actor. Joy and heartbreak go hand in hand as one races towards the future and the other reaches back to the past. Go on an unforgettable journey with The 5th and ACT Contemporary Theatre in this narrative-bending musical rarity.
The first of a rare and sensational two-show celebration and journey into the brilliant mind of Tony®-winning composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown.
12th collaboration with ACT Contemporary Theatre.
Winner of two Drama Desk Awards.
ID: Ombre of dark orange to bright yellow-orange. On the middle of the sign, in bold white letters, “The Fifth Avenue Theatre and ACT Contemporary Theatre: The Last Five Years. Tickets Now On Sale!”
Mother Russia (ASL Interpreted)
Euvgeny and Dmitri are just two average guys who dream of joining the KGB—but when the fall of the Soviet Union puts hiring on hold, they find jobs surveilling a former pop star instead. As they bumble their way through the assignment, both spy work and life under capitalism prove harder than they thought. This quirky and provocative world premiere comedy by Lauren Yee (The Great Leap, Cambodian Rock Band) reveals what happens when old systems and strongmen fall away, and we let the free market decide—but freedom doesn’t taste as good as we thought it would.
Where: Leo K. Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Saturday, March 29. The show starts at 2:00 pm.
Seats are reserved for people who need ASL Interpreters. There is an icon indicating which seats are reserved.
ID: Poster for “Mother Russia”, with a half-eaten donut with sprinkles on top of the title, with title in all white capitals. There is a yellow T impaling the center of the donut.
The Last Laugh (1924)
The Last Laugh (1924) – This German silent film directed by F.W. Murnau stars Emil Jannings as an aging hotel doorman who takes immense pride in his job and uniform. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he is demoted to the position of washroom attendant due to his advancing age. He tries to hide his new position from his friends and family, but when they discover the truth, he becomes the subject of ridicule and scorn. The film ends with a surprising twist allowing him to return to the hotel in a position of newfound wealth and respect. The Last Laugh is celebrated for its innovative use of the moving camera and its profound depiction of human dignity and despair.
ASL interpretation
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Monday, April 28th, doors open at 6pm and show starts at 7pm
To get Tickets, please email info@deafspotlight.org
ID: Vintage movie poster showing hotel red bellhop uniform hanging inside the revolving door. On the edge of the uniform, in yellow words, “April 28, 2025. The Paramount Theatre”. Bottom right corner in big off-white letters, “ The Last Laugh with Donna Parker on the Mighty Wurlitzer”.
Laughs in Spanish (ASL Interpreted)
Mari is about to open a career-defining show in her Miami art gallery, but when the paintings are stolen the day of the event, all hell breaks loose. Her movie star mother sweeps into town under suspicious pretenses, the intern picks up the wrong catering order, and her high school crush arrives in a most unexpected manner... Cue the wildest day ever! Part telenovela, part whodunnit, and all heart, Alexis Scheer’s outrageous new comedy will have you laughing one minute and wanting to hug your mom the next.
Where: Bagley Wright Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Saturday, May 10. The show starts at 2:00 pm.
Seats are reserved for people who need ASL Interpreters. There is an icon indicating which seats are reserved.
ID: Poster for “Laughs in Spanish”, with purple-pink palm trees on a sea green background. The title is white and overlaid on the palm trees with an orange frame around it.
Six: The Musical
From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the six wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st-century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! SIX won 23 awards in the 2021/2022 Broadway season, including the Tony Award® for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical.The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic’s Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!” The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed 6 Million streams in its first month.
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Saturday, May 10. The show starts at 8:00 pm.
Promo code: ASL
ID: Poster for “Six: The Musical” with the title in white capitals in the center of a purple background. There is a crown dotting the “I” in “Six”.
Six: The Musical
From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the six wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st-century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! SIX won 23 awards in the 2021/2022 Broadway season, including the Tony Award® for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical.The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic’s Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!” The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed 6 Million streams in its first month.
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Sunday, May 11. The show starts at 1:00 pm.
Promo code: ASL
ID: Poster for “Six: The Musical” with the title in white capitals in the center of a purple background. There is a crown dotting the “I” in “Six”.
The Pa’akai We Bring (ASL Interpreted)
SCT is proud to host Honolulu Theatre for Youth, presenting a one-of-a-kind experience steeped in history, culture, and the healing we all need right now. The Pa’akai We Bring follows multiple generations of salt farmers on Kaua‘i, mixing in ancient stories, hula, live music, original songs, and plenty of audience participation into a tasty potluck of performance, joyously served up with aloha.
Where: Charlotte Martin Theatre; 201 Thomas Street, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Saturday, May 17, show starts at 1:00 pm
ID: A cartoon drawing of a dark curly haired female in traditional clothing of a black dress with a red apron. She kneels on the ground with a bowl next to her knees. Behind her is a background layered with swirling designs on a ombre orange-red background.
Duel Reality (ASL Interpreted)
Following their celebrated production of Passengers, internationally acclaimed circus troupe The 7 Fingers returns to Seattle Rep with the Shakespeare-inspired Duel Reality.
You are invited to the biggest, most breathtaking match of the century: Montagues vs. Capulets. These two feuding families face off in an epic competition of acrobatic talent and skill as the audience cheers them on. Through it all, a pair of star-crossed lovers defy death and their relations in their fight to be together. Adapted from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, The 7 Fingers bring their signature combination of incredible physical feats, theatricality, and music together to tell this story of love and honor.
Where: Bagley Wright Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Saturday, June 21. The show starts at 2:00 pm.
Seats are reserved for people who need ASL Interpreters. There is an icon indicating which seats are reserved.
ID: Poster for “Duel Reality” with the title in white blocks overlaying a black and white image of a couple, a female and a male, embracing each other. The female is overlaid on a blue background and the male on a red background. Both are dressed in intimate clothing.
UJDC: Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival
The 13th Annual Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival (BAIDDF) will be August 8 - 10, 2025 in San Francisco, CA!
Save this date in your calendars and feel free to share!
ID: On a baby pink background are three BAIDDF 2024 artists from left to right: a dark skinned Jamaican male with long dark and thick locs wearing a black suit and has fabric hanging from his wrist as he raises his arms. A middle eastern female wears intense glittery blue eyeshadow and lipstick, blue and green peacock feathers with gems on her crown and a multilayered blue crystal necklace, and gold and turquoise bracelets. She dances with two oversized blue feather fans, one raised and another close to her chest. An Indian female with short dark gray hair, blue earrings, wears a traditional red jacket and green and pink skirt covered in brightly colored flowers and sequins. In the yellow text above: "Save the Date. Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival." In blue text below: "August 8-10, 2025. San Francisco, CA." The BAIDDF logo with Mx. Hunter flying between blue and black text: "Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival" is in the upper right corner.
The Freshman (1925)
The Freshman (1925) – Harold Lloyd shines as the lovable underdog Harold Lamb, a naive and eager college freshman who dreams of becoming popular by joining the school’s football team. He adopts the nickname “Speedy” and tries to emulate his movie idol, “The College Hero.”
Despite his enthusiasm, Harold becomes the butt of jokes and is unaware that he is the laughingstock of the school. His only true friend is Peggy, the daughter of his landlady. Harold’s attempts to fit in lead to a series of comedic mishaps, including a memorable scene where his hastily stitched tuxedo falls apart during a dance. Through his perseverance and genuine nature, Harold finally earns the respect and popularity he sought. A delightful blend of physical comedy and sweet charm.
The Freshman was one of Harold Lloyd’s most successful films, both critically and commercially.
The film’s blend of slapstick and situational comedy has influenced many subsequent comedies and remains a classic example of the genre.
ASL interpretation
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Monday, August 25th, doors open at 6pm and show starts at 7pm
To get Tickets, please email info@deafspotlight.org
ID: Vintage movie poster of the face with an old football helmet. The face is shapeless, only with eyes and round glasses and a shadow of the nose. The eyes look terrified. The person wears a white shirt. On their shoulders in small letters “The Paramount Theatre, August 25, 2025. On the white shirt “Harold Llyod in The Freshman. With Tyler Pattison on the Mighty Wurlitzer and Foley Sound by Paul Hansen.”
Back To The Future: The Musical (ASL Interpreted)
Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical.
Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.”
When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself… back to the future. When Back to the Future hits 88mph, it’ll change musical theatre history forever.
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Sunday, December 22. The show starts at 1:00 pm.
Promo code: ASL
ID: McLaren car with doors open, lighting bolts behind the car, and there is a building with a clock. Stepping out of the car are two people, one younger person with dark hair in a red vest and blue jeans and the other person, older with white hair, suited in white pants and shirt. Both look shocked. Above them, in bold letters of orange and red, “Back To The Future: The Musical.”
Back to the Future: The Musical (ASL Interpreted)
Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical.
Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, four WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best New Musical, and the Broadway World Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted for the stage by the iconic film’s creators Bob Gale (Back to the Future trilogy) and Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and directed by the Tony Award®-winner John Rando with original music by multi-Grammy® winners Alan Silvestri (Avengers: Endgame) and Glen Ballard (Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”), alongside hit songs from the movie including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel,” and “Back in Time.”
When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past, and send himself… back to the future. When Back to the Future hits 88mph, it’ll change musical theatre history forever.
Where: The Paramount Theater; 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Saturday, December 21. The show starts at 8:00 pm.
Promo code: ASL
ID: McLaren car with doors open, lighting bolts behind the car, and there is a building with a clock. Stepping out of the car are two people, one younger person with dark hair in a red vest and blue jeans and the other person, older with white hair, suited in white pants and shirt. Both look shocked. Above them, in bold letters of orange and red, “Back To The Future: The Musical.”
Blithe Spirit (ASL Interpreted)
An Improbable Farce
When Charles arranges a séance in his home as research for his upcoming novel, scatterbrained psychic Madame Arcati accidentally summons the spirit of his late wife, Elvira—which infuriates his current wife, Ruth. Charles suddenly finds himself caught in a supernatural love triangle and his attempts to fix the situation only make things worse. Filled with sparkling wit and hysterical hauntings, Noël Coward's irreverent classic comedy will provide an otherworldly alternative to your usual holiday fare, and appeal to anyone who ever longed to see Downton Abbey go completely off the rails.
Where: Bagley Wright Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Saturday, December 21. The show starts at 2:00 pm.
Seats are reserved for people who need ASL Interpreters. There is an icon indicating which seats are reserved.
ID: Poster for “Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit” with the title in white blocks overlaying a gramophone with a spirit floating out of gramophone, holding a martini glass.
Mary Poppins (ASL Interpreted)
With a spoonful of sugar, Mary Poppins flies across the stage in a brand-new production just for The 5th Avenue Theatre audiences. Precocious children Michael and Jane Banks have exhausted every nanny—that is, until Mary Poppins drops in on a strange breeze. Revel in the spectacle of this chimney-sweeping epic that sees them traverse the roofs of London to encounter colorful characters in a fantastically magical world. Based on the beloved film, this ageless tale is a celebration of imagination that reveals the childlike wonder all around us.
Where: The 5th Avenue Theater: 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Sunday, December 21. The show starts at 1:00 pm
Promo Code: ASL
Note: Children under 4, including babes in arms, will not be admitted.
ID: The poster has a purple background with the skyline of London. In the foreground on the right side of the poster, a woman in a dress is floating with her open umbrella; she is also carrying a bag. In the middle, in white letters, “The 5th Avenue Theatre’s production of Disney and Cameron MacKintosh’s Mary Poppins. On Sale Now.”
Christmastime in Seneca Village
Did you know that Central Park in NYC used to be a thriving and charming community founded by African Americans in the 19th Century called “Seneca Village”?
This year, the Midwinter Revels presents: CHRISTMASTIME IN SENECA VILLAGE interpreted performance that you don’t want to miss!
When: Saturday, December 14th @ 7:30p
Where: Rialto Theater 310 S. 9th St, Tacoma WA 98402
Interpreters: Malcolm R and Mandi F
“We are travelling back in time to 19th century New York City. Seneca Village was a charming rural community founded by African Americans in 1825, and thrived for 30 years before the Parks Commission came in with plans for Central Park. Stage Director Michelle Matlock has crafted a story of joy and resilience inspired by this historic Village, and Music Director Megan Oberfield is leading our talented Chorus. The show includes a delightful blend of African American, Irish, and German traditions. Don't miss this incredible production. It’s Christmastime in Seneca Village!”
ID: Photo announcement for the show broken into 2 sections. Section 1 is dark red. Written in white, “THE MIDWINTER REVELS 2024” is written on the right side. Below it, is “Christmastime in Seneca Village, December 14-18 at the Rialto Theater in Tacoma”.
In the left top corner is a yellow star. Written in black “TICKETS ON SALE NOW!”. The website is written through the bottom of the star that is provided in the post above.
Section 2 is a light golden yellow also with the information in the post above. “WELCOME, YULE!” Is written below.
To the right is a picture of an African-American woman in a black hat and a white blouse with a ribbon tie at the collar. She is holding a tea cup and smiling. Snowflakes fall behind her.
The Snow Queen (ASL Interpreted)
Join Gerda on a harrowing journey in SCT’s The Snow Queen, a wildly original adaptation of the beloved Hans Christian Andersen tale. When her best friend Kay is taken by the Snow Queen to a world of numbing ice and snow, Gerda embarks on an unforgettable adventure across singing flowers, leaping reindeer, and unbreakable riddles. Will Gerda’s love and grief save her best friend Kay before he is trapped forever in the Snow Queen’s palace? Join us in this courageous and whimsical tale of deep human connection and belonging.
Readied for its West Coast Premiere in collaboration with our local and regional partners The National Nordic Museum and Western Washington University, comes a fresh new take on the same classic tale that inspired Disney’s Frozen.
Where: Charlotte Martin Theatre; 201 Thomas Street, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Saturday, December 14, show starts at 1:00 pm
Content note: This production includes themes of grief and use of a knife as a form of protection. For more information and a detailed synopsis, please visit our Content Guidance page.
ID: Cartoon picture of the scene: Woman in a red cape and red skirt, surrounded by deer and raven, in front of them, there is an icy mountain with ice castle and ice sculpture of the person hugging castle.
Deaf Spotlight Giving Day
DEAF SPOTLIGHT GIVING DAY: SATURDAY, DEC 14
Just say no to Black Friday and Cyber Monday and you can support the community instead. We will host an online Giving Day on Saturday, December 14 just for Deaf Spotlight!
What is Giving Day? It is a day where people like you come together in support of our mission and programming. You can invest in Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing Artists and their works on our day of giving.
Our financial goal for the day is to raise $20,000 in support of all that we do. Will you help us reach our goal before the end of the year?
We are grateful for your consideration to donate to Deaf Spotlight. Together, we can create lasting change and empower individuals through the arts. Thank you for being a vital part of this important mission.
What can YOU do?
Sign up if you want to have a personal conversation with one of our board members and staff on Dec 14th.
Why wait? You can donate now if you want.
ID: Flyer with ripped maroon paper strip on top half against a white background. White text on top: “BLACK FRIDAY? Nah! CYBER MONDAY? Nah! SUPPORT DEAF ARTS? Yes! But, how? DS GIVING DAY! YAY!” On bottom, black text: “Save The Date: Giving Day. Dec. 14, 2024.” Deaf Spotlight logo on left.
Teamsters, Turtles, and Beyond: Curator's Talk
The Battle of Seattle resonated around the world, changing the conversation about the rules of global trade. The five days of street protests reshaped Seattle politics and the city’s reputation. Join guest curator, Professor James Gregory, for a discussion and analysis of the protests and its impacts, 25 years later.
Arrive early to see "Teamsters, Turtles, and Beyond: The Legacy of the WTO Seattle Protests," which will be open before the program from 6-7pm.
Where: Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
When: December 11, 2024, talk starts at 7:00 PM
Names of the Interpreters: Amie Pease & Erin Baretich
ASL Interpretation and CART captioning are available during the program. In addition, a limited number of Assistive Listening Devices are available upon request. For more accessibility support, email programs@mohai.org two weeks before the program.
ID: grainy photograph of huge banners saying “Democracy WTO” with smaller letters on left corner “Rainforest Action Network”. There are three people hanging in the air on each corner of the banner. The Space Needle is in the background.
Mary Poppins (ASL Interpreted)
With a spoonful of sugar, Mary Poppins flies across the stage in a brand-new production just for The 5th Avenue Theatre audiences. Precocious children Michael and Jane Banks have exhausted every nanny—that is, until Mary Poppins drops in on a strange breeze. Revel in the spectacle of this chimney-sweeping epic that sees them traverse the roofs of London to encounter colorful characters in a fantastically magical world. Based on the beloved film, this ageless tale is a celebration of imagination that reveals the childlike wonder all around us.
Where: The 5th Avenue Theater: 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Sunday, December 8th. The show starts at 1:30 pm
Promo Code: ASL
Note: Children under 4, including babes in arms, will not be admitted.
ID: The poster has a purple background with the skyline of London. In the foreground on the right side of the poster, a woman in a dress is floating with her open umbrella; she is also carrying a bag. In the middle, in white letters, “The 5th Avenue Theatre’s production of Disney and Cameron MacKintosh’s Mary Poppins. On Sale Now.”
Mary Poppins (ASL Interpreted)
With a spoonful of sugar, Mary Poppins flies across the stage in a brand-new production just for The 5th Avenue Theatre audiences. Precocious children Michael and Jane Banks have exhausted every nanny—that is, until Mary Poppins drops in on a strange breeze. Revel in the spectacle of this chimney-sweeping epic that sees them traverse the roofs of London to encounter colorful characters in a fantastically magical world. Based on the beloved film, this ageless tale is a celebration of imagination that reveals the childlike wonder all around us.
Where: The 5th Avenue Theater: 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Friday, December 6th. Show starts at 7:30 pm
Promo Code: ASL
Note: Children under 4, including babes in arms, will not be admitted.
ID: The poster has a purple background with the skyline of London. In the foreground on the right side of the poster, a woman in a dress is floating with her open umbrella; she is also carrying a bag. In the middle, in white letters, “The 5th Avenue Theatre’s production of Disney and Cameron MacKintosh’s Mary Poppins. On Sale Now.”
History Café: Indigenous Voices on the Air
In 2021, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum gathered a panel of historians, from the Muckleshoot, Nisqually, Puyallup, Steilacoom and Squaxin Island Tribes, to discuss the legacy of the Treaty War. From this, the Indigenous Voices podcast was born. Learn from the makers how this platform continues to tell histories of our region from the perspectives of diverse tribal members.
History Café is produced as a partnership between HistoryLink and MOHAI.
Where: Museum of History and Industry; 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
When: November 20, 2024, talk starts at 6:30 PM
Names of the Interpreters: Amie Pease & Erin Baretich
ASL Interpretation and CART captioning are available during the program. In addition, a limited number of Assistive Listening Devices are available upon request. For more accessibility support, email programs@mohai.org two weeks before the program.
Grab some food for thought–Gourmondo at MOHAI remains open until 7pm for every History Café.
If you can’t make it to the museum, tune in live on the MOHAI YouTube channel to watch a stream with ASL picture-in-picture.
ID: Photograph of bright blue apline lake surrounded by mountain peaks with pine trees and larch trees turning yellow.
Jump Into Accessibility: Deep Dive Day 2024
Calling All Accessibility Advocates
Join SCAC at the 2nd annual Deep Dive Day mini-conference to power up your accessibility skills! This active learning opportunity on Tuesday, November 19 from 8:30 am-12:30 pm at the Woodland Park Zoo will cover these important accessibility topics:
Calling All Accessibility Advocates: Moving from Compliance to Greater Inclusion
Assessing your organization’s accessibility strengths
Advocating for accessibility within your organization
Overcoming transportation barriers
Building relationships with people with disabilities
Each topic will be led by experts in the field, with the goal to provide practical tools that cultural professionals can apply to their accessibility strategies. Coffee and snacks will be provided.
Speakers and facilitators include: Carrie Griffin Basas - Keynote Speaker (CoDesign Works), Tanja Baumann (Henry Art Gallery), Cecelia Black (Disability Rights Washington), Katie Borgia (Think Company), Troy Coalman (Henry Art Gallery), Alexander Jones (Woodland Park Zoo), Jessica Lotz (Friends of Waterfront Seattle), Sean Marihugh (Microsoft), Nico Onoda-McGuire (Friends of Waterfront Seattle), Frankie Wolf (W3C-Accessibility Guidelines Working Group)
Full agenda and speaker bios will be available closer to the event.
Tickets: Tickets cost $30 and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED by November 12th. We want all folks interested in making accessibility a priority in your organization to attend. If cost is a barrier to your participation, please reach out to us at seattlecac@gmail.com. Tickets include access to the opening keynote, all sessions, and refreshments.
Accessibility: Captioning and ASL interpreters provided and assisted listening devices will be available for check out.
For further accessibility information or to request additional accommodations, please contact us by email at seattlecac@gmail.com by November 4th.
Havana Hop
SCT is excited to welcome back former Artistic Resident Paige Hernandez with her inspired one-woman dance party tour de force, Havana Hop. Come meet young Yeila who visits her grandmother in Cuba to add a salsa flavor to her own hip-hop style! The audience gets to dance along in this dynamic participation play where one actress creates three generations of lively women. Journey with Yeila as she discovers the fun of her multi-cultural heritage.
When: Saturday, November 16. Show starts at 1:00 pm
Where: Seattle Children's Theatre; 201 Thomas Street, Seattle, Washington 98109
Discount: Group of 10 or more will get a 20% discount. email: asmaa@sct.org
ID: Brown-skinned girl dancing in with pink tinsels waving over her head, with the background of a neon blue airplane flying with the city skyline. On the edges of picture, trees are lush with neon pink leaves.
Seattle Disability Activism History
1 in 4 Americans have a disability, yet the history of disability activism is often underrepresented. The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods Historic Preservation program is creating a first-of-its-kind historic context study about disability activism. Come and learn from community members as they reflect on their experiences in the continued fight for disability rights.
Where: Museum of History and Industry; 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
When: November 13, 2024, talk starts at 7:00 pm
Names of the Interpreters: Amie Pease & Erin Baretich
ASL Interpretation and CART captioning are available during the program. In addition, a limited number of Assistive Listening Devices are available upon request. For more accessibility support, contact programs@mohai.org two weeks before the program.
ID: Faded color photograph of five people in wheelchairs, holding up signs of various message about changes happening at Center Park. There is one person standing behind the wheelchair users, holding up a yellow sign saying “Save o our bus Center Park”.
Salon of Shame #111
At Salon of Shame, Seattleites read on stage from their worst adolescent writing: middle school diaries, high school poetry, bad homework and unsent letters. Cathartic for readers and hilarious for the rest of us!
When: Tuesday, Noivember 12, doors open at 7pm and show starts at 8pm
Where: Theatre Off Jackson; 409 7th Ave S, Seattle
ASL Interpreters: Jeff Wildenstein and Pam Parham.
Ticket Discount: Buy a Deaf/Hard of Hearing ticket using the password: wonderwall
--for the seats closest to our interpreters.
If you're coming to the show via an annual or lifetime pass, or a general admission ticket, please hit me up and we'll add to the ASL section for you and anyone in your party.
ID: black background with a pixelated unicorn with front hoofs up in the air on left with rainbow banner behind it.
A&D: Vision Board 2025
VISION BOARD 2025
The Art & Design program will host a meet-up for artists: Vision Board 2025. This event aims to offer a supportive environment where artists can connect, network, and exchange ideas.
Bring your preferred mediums, whether it’s collage, drawing, digital art, or more, to create your vision board.
Date: Saturday, November 9th, 2024
Time: 1 PM - 3 PM
Location: In person / Deaf Spotlight Space
RSVP by Friday, Nov 1: tinyurl.com/dsvisionboard
All novice and experienced artists are welcome!
What to bring: Your preferred medium to work with.
We will provide scissors, paper, glue, pencils, color pencils, and markers.
This space is for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing artists. Thank you for your understanding.
SPACE LIMITED TO 15 people
For access requests, please email art-design@deafspotlight.org with your specific needs by Nov 1st.
ID: Flyer with gray background. White text on top: "Artist Meetup:" with two white paper airplanes on either side and small black square with white text: "Art & Design" on left. Middle text with letters in various colors and fonts as magazine cutouts: "Vision Board." "2025" is on slant below "rd." White text on bottom: "Deaf Spotlight. Seattle, Washington." Underneath are white underlined text except for "RVSP": "Saturday, Nov. 9th, 2024. 1 PM - 3 PM. RSVP: TINYURL.COM/DSVISIONBOARD." QR code in lower left corner.
Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical (ASL Interpreted)
From the team that brought us Dog Man: The Musical comes the much-awaited sequel Cat Kid Comic Club!
Based on the wildly popular series by Dav Pilkey (Dog Man, Captain Underpants) this fast moving, colorful and kinetic play will entertain the whole family!
Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog have started an epic club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics! Their fishy father Flippy is overjoyed that his kids will learn to unleash their creativity, but when the frogs’ constant bickering and outrageous imaginations send their comics comically off the rails, Flippy flips out! Will the club survive? Will the frogs ever get along? And will creativity finally save the day? All will be answered in this madcap musical based on Dav Pilkey’s irreverently hilarious book series.
When: Sunday, Oct 27, the show starts at 2:30 pm PT
Where: Seattle Children's Theatre; 201 Thomas Street, Seattle, Washington
ID: Cartoon drawing of an orange and black striped cat dressed up in mask and cape, welding color pencils like sword on right hand and brush, pencil and marker like sword on left hand. A green tadpole floating next to the cat. Under the cat, yellow frog and orange frog sitting and leaning on each other.
Deaf Spotlight Halloween Party
GET READY TO TIME TRAVEL WITH
DEAF SPOTLIGHT!
Join Deaf Spotlight on Sunday, October 27, 2024 for a fun Halloween outing!
The costume theme is “TIME TRAVEL.” Dress up in your favorite era! You could be a disco diva from 1970s, or be a supernova astronaut from the future! Surprise us!
Rad prizes! Fun activities! Runway Competition! Bring your friends, family and creativity!
When: Sunday, Oct 27
Family-Friendly: 10 AM - 12 PM
Adult: 1 PM - 4 PM
Where:
Deaf Spotlight Art Space
1517 12th Ave, Unit 202, Seattle, WA 98122
FREE EVENT! DONATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024!
Costume theme: dress up in your favorite era from past, present and future!
We cannot wait to see you all at the Halloween Party!
ID: Save the date flyer for Deaf Spotlight’s Halloween Party, with a black space in the middle of a black and white photo collage showing people wearing different costumes. Text inside the black space: “Save the Date: Sunday, Oct 27, 2024. Deaf Spotlight’s Halloween Party. Time Travel to Past, Present, & Future. Show up in your favorite era!“
Curator's Fellowship: Forgotten Dolls, Remembered Stories
The Curator’s Fellowship invites community and academic historians to bring a new perspective to MOHAI’s extensive collections. 2024 Curator’s Fellow, Polly Yorioka, researched a collection of Japanese Boys’ and Girls’ dolls left behind after families were sent to incarceration camps. Left in the care of Bailey Gatzert Elementary, these dolls were never retrieved. Join Polly for a discussion on how these forgotten dolls help us remember the stories of identity and loss experienced by Japanese American children during WWII.
Where: Museum of History and Industry; 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Wednesday, October 23
Time: 7:00 PM
Names of the Interpreters: Amie Pease & Elizabeth Rotham
ASL Interpretation and CART captioning are available during the program. In addition, a limited number of Assistive Listening Devices are available upon request. For more accessibility support, email programs@mohai.org.
ID: Light blue background with red dot on bottom left corner and yellow dot on upper right corner. In the middle, there is a Japanese samurai doll with Naginata and tiger about to bite the blade. Next to doll, a black and white photograph of children singing.
Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical (ASL Interpreted)
From the team that brought us Dog Man: The Musical comes the much-awaited sequel Cat Kid Comic Club!
Based on the wildly popular series by Dav Pilkey (Dog Man, Captain Underpants) this fast moving, colorful and kinetic play will entertain the whole family!
Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog have started an epic club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics! Their fishy father Flippy is overjoyed that his kids will learn to unleash their creativity, but when the frogs’ constant bickering and outrageous imaginations send their comics comically off the rails, Flippy flips out! Will the club survive? Will the frogs ever get along? And will creativity finally save the day? All will be answered in this madcap musical based on Dav Pilkey’s irreverently hilarious book series.
When: Saturday, Oct 19, the show starts at 1:30 pm PT
Where: Seattle Children's Theatre; 201 Thomas Street, Seattle, Washington
ID: Cartoon drawing of an orange and black striped cat dressed up in mask and cape, welding color pencils like sword on right hand and brush, pencil and marker like sword on left hand. A green tadpole floating next to the cat. Under the cat, yellow frog and orange frog sitting and leaning on each other.
Riding the SEE/SAW: Presentation by Rob Roth
A FREE presentation on the ups and downs of the journey of developing the script for SEE/SAW, a new play by Rob Roth.
When: Wednesday, Oct 16; Presentation starts at 6:30 pm
Where: Hearing Speech & Deaf Center (HSDC); 1625 19th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
LIMITED SEATING (Up to 30 seats)
PLEASE RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/gLDJmbB6Ub
Accessibility: Presentation will be signed with voice interpretation. For additional accessibility, please contact seesawstage@gmail.com by October 2, 2024.
SEE/SAW explores the tale of two estranged brothers, one Deaf and one hearing, who face each other following the passing of their mother. Buried memories resurface, shedding light on what happened to their once close relationship. Note: Mature themes and language.
Many thanks to sponsors: Deaf West Theater (DWT), Deaf Spotlight, Hearing, Speech and Deaf Center (HSDC), National Disability Theater (NDT) and City of Seattle Office of Arts and Culture.
ID: The top part has a white background with a black silhouette head looking on its right. In black words on the left of the silhouette head, “Free Event: A free presentation on ups and downs of the journey of developing the script for SEE/SAW. A new play by Rob Roth.” In black letters on the right of the silhouette, the head says, “Riding the SEE/SAW: Presentation by Rob Roth. Wed / Oct 16 / 2024. Deaf Spotlight. 1517 12th Ave #202 / Seattle / 6:30 pm. The bottom part of the picture has a black background with a white silhouette head looking on its left. In white letters on the left of the silhouette head, "The Tale: SEE/SAW explores the poignant tale of two estranged brothers. One Deaf and One Hearing. Facing each other following the passing of their mother.” On right of silhouette head, icons of sponsors”
History Café: Seattle Hockey Legacies
A century ago, hockey was on the rise in Seattle. The Seattle Metropolitans brought home the 1917 Stanley cup and inspired Seattleites to get out on the ice. A few years later, The Seattle Vamps were the city’s first women’s hockey team to play in an international tournament. Get your mitts on and explore Seattle’s exciting hockey history with representatives from the Seattle Metropolitans and Seattle Women’s Pro Hockey!
Where: Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Wednesday, October 16
Time: 6:30 PM
Names of the Interpreters: Amie Pease & Jacob Hoffman
History Café is produced as a partnership between HistoryLink and MOHAI.
ASL Interpretation and CART captioning are available during the program. In addition, a limited number of Assistive Listening Devices are available upon request. For more accessibility support, email programs@mohai.org two weeks before the program.
Grab some food for thought–Gourmondo at MOHAI remains open until 7pm for every History Café.
ID: Black and white photograph of a group of men. All men are dressed in striped uniform, thick gloves and holding hockey sticks. The man on the left is in the suit and holding the hockey stick.
Mouth Water Festival: SHUGA SHAQ
The Sunday Night Shuga Shaq
A Mouthwater Feature at Seattle’s longest BIPOC burlesque night
OCT 13 | Doors at 6:30 PM
Individual Tickets: $22.50-$100
Briq House Entertainment, in Association with Theater off Jackson and Sin de la Rosa, produces the only monthly ALL PEOPLE OF COLOR Burlesque Revue in Seattle, The Sunday Night Shuga Shaq.
On October 13th, join us as the Mouthwater Festival wraps up with an evening of dazzling dancing, tantric teasing, and all around magic with some of the hottest Burlesque performers this side of the Mississippi! There will be so many shades and flavors of chocolate, caramel, mocha, lemon meringue, and red velvet dripping from the Theatre Off Jackson stage that you are guaranteed to leave with a toothache.
Bring your dollar bills to get some thrills- drinks, raffles, performers and more! Shuga Shaq is the official last stop of the Mouthwater Festival where you’ll see a mix of our babes and the shining stars that Shuga Shaq brings to the stage.
ID: a watercolor illustration of a blue green background with white text: “The Sunday Night Shuga Shaq.”
Mouth Water Festival: CABARET (An Evening of Decadence)
Mouthwater Cabaret | An Evening of Cabaret Decadence
Oct. 11-12 | Doors at 7:00 PM (100 min.)
Individual Tickets: Sliding Scale $0-100
Slip into 12th Ave Arts for two nights of our very own cabaret decadence. Disabled movement artists of so many styles will grace the stage with contemporary dance, drag and burlesque. All that alongside hilarious hosts, vintage cocktails, small bites in a luscious lounge will transport you to a retro-future of access and art.
Dress code for those that like to dress- Sleek, retro-future. Come to our lounge in your favorite look for the accessible speakeasy of your dreams.
Touch tours and artist talks available before each performance in the 12th Ave Arts lobby.
ID: a watercolor illustration of four BIPOC artists looking downward to the camera.
Deaf Lit Fest
Deaf Spotlight will host a Deaf Lit Fest featuring literature, poetry and graphic novels at Hugo House from Oct 11-12, 2024. We are looking forward to see you there!
Where: Hugo House, 1634 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY, Oct 11
6:30 PM | At Door Tickets Open
7 PM | Doors Open
7: 30 - 9 PM | Interview and Book Signing with Sara Nović
10 PM | Doors Close
SATURDAY 10 AM to 6 PM
ALL DAY | Vendor Booths
10 - 11 AM & 2 - 3 PM | Drag Storytime with Anastasia Di’Nitta
1 - 2 PM | Panel featuring Awet Moges, Elsa Sjunneson, and Ross Showalter
2 - 3 PM | Open Stage with Anna Bracilano
4 - 5 PM | Interview and Book Signing with Jonaz McMillan, Co-Author of Monster Hands
6 PM | Doors Close
TICKET OPTIONS
Friday Evening Pass
Saturday Day Pass
Weekend Pass (Friday Evening Pass and Saturday Day Pass)
ADD ON OPTIONS:
True Biz book by Sara Nović
Monster Hands book by Jonaz McMillan
Saturday Workshop (Oct 12th from 10 am to 12 pm) with Kalen Feeney
*PLEASE NOTE* To add a book to your pass, go to the cart and select the add-on option.
ACCESSIBILITY:
We have interpreters provided for all events.
ID: Flyer for “Deaf Lit Fest” on a light blue background and a drawing of a pair of hand holding an orange book with the DS logo on the cover. A pair of blue hands extends from inside the pages. Text under title: “Oct 11-12, 2024. Seattle, WA.” Scraps of book pages decorate the border.
Mouth Water Festival: SOUL SEEKER
Soul Seeker
An Experimental Contemporary Performance from Vanessa Hernández Cruz
OCT 10 | Doors at 6:30 PM
Individual Tickets: Sliding Scale $0-100
Soul Seeker is an experimental contemporary dance solo of the epic odyssey of our soul that will be performed at On the Boards in the Fall for the Mouthwater Festival. It recently premiered at the Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions performing art series “ABUNDANCE’. This work conveys the tumultuous journey of the soul as it navigates the labyrinthine path of life. In this cosmic journey we find ourselves intricately interwoven, connected by invisible threads that bind us to one another and to the vast universe that surrounds us. We don’t get to choose our vessel on this Earth, but the Universe grants us the profound gift of life. It is a dance of introspection and revelation, inviting audiences to embark on a transcendent voyage of self-discovery. But it is not only through movement and sound that this odyssey unfolds; visual artistry takes center stage, manifesting the chaos and beauty of our soul in vibrant hues and striking imagery.
ID: a watercolor illustration of a dark haired artist front of green blue background.
Mouth Water Festival: GROW GREEN MAN | Touch Tours
GROW GREEN MAN
Performance Party/Touch Tours + Artist Talk with Saira Barbaric
OCT 6 Touch Tours | 12 AM- 4 PM
Seattle Art Museum, Paccar Pavilion in Olympic Sculpture Park
Individual Tickets: Sliding Scale $0-50
TOUCH TOURS + ARTIST TALK
This is space for context and access about Saira’s installation and the party the night before. Barbaric will be offering touch and/or discussion tours of the installation space at the top of each hour. The space will be available to the public. The discussion and touch tours will be 30-40 minutes with option for ASL interpretation and an emphasis on audio descriptions by the artist. With registration, you will confirm the hour of your visit. Please arrive in the first 10 minutes to experience the full artist tour.
ID: a watercolor illustration of a green haired artist front of a pink blue background.
Mouth Water Festival: GROW GREEN MAN | Performance Party
GROW GREEN MAN
Performance Party/Touch Tours + Artist Talk with Saira Barbaric
OCT 5 Performance Party | 6 PM
Seattle Art Museum, Paccar Pavilion in Olympic Sculpture Park
Individual Tickets: Sliding Scale $0-50
PERFORMANCE PARTY
In deference to the powers of the woods — from the maenads to the green knight to Gran Bwa — performers touch on the unruly nature of the wilderness to seed, build and dance with creatures real and unreal. Sunset will set off a series of performances including circus, burlesque, installation art and interactive acts from a lineup of Black Disabled artists including Saira Barbaric. The audience will be invited to play, respond, move and relax throughout an evening of investigation and catharsis. Grow Green Man refuses to hide the process of preparation, repair and mounting that precedes the gallery becoming a wonderland. Grow Green Man is a performance party from Saira Barbaric, hosted at the Olympic Sculpture Park’s Paccar Pavilion. Come early to hear DJs, enjoy refreshments and experience works from Barbaric’s 2022 show, Pantheon Anew. Sunset will set off a series of performances from a lineup of Black Disabled artists including Saira Barbaric. The night will wrap up with more dancing and drinks Come on out for an evening of sensual, playful, confronting work from a bevy of PNW favorites and new-to-us powerhouses.
ID: a watercolor illustration of a green haired artist front of a pink blue background.
Mouth Water Festival:
ENERGY FLOW: SAFE/CENTERED STAGE PRESENCE
with Jacqueline Boxx
OCT 1 | 6 – 7 PM
Base Experimental Arts + Space
Commanding an audience’s attention doesn’t have to mean constantly moving about a stage! Learn the five elements Jacqueline uses to make the absolute most of center stage and practice a brief choreography that introduces adapting these elements to your own performance style.
ID: a black and white photo of a burlesque performer sitting sideway on a wheelchair front of a white background.
Mouth Water Festival: CRIP OPEN STAGE
CRIP OPEN STAGE
performance and artist lunch with UJDC and Mouthwater team
SEP 29 | 1:00 PM
BASE Experimental Arts + Space | 6520 5th Ave S #122nd
Individual Tickets: $0-20
For the second day of Urban Jazz Dance Company’s participation in Mouthwater Festival, we offer our first artist social. There will be lunch, refreshments and a sign up sheet for an open stage session. Bring a finished drag, a work-in-progress, an idea in movement form, a new burlesque piece, your latest b-boy move. This is the Disabled dance show-and-tell of your dreams.
ID: a watercolor illustration of four BIPOC artists looking downward to the camera.