Workshops
Deaf Interpreting for the Stage
Join Deaf actor Thurga Kanagasekarampillai for a discussion about the complexity of Deaf interpreting for the stage. How does Deaf interpreting differ from regular ASL interpretation? What is the difference between a certified Deaf interpreter and one who does it within a performance context? And what the benefits of offering Deaf interpreters over regular ones?
ASL/English accessible
Date: Friday, March 8th, 3 to 4:30 PM
Live and in-person workshop
Studio Theatre, Fringe Arts Barns
Cost: Pay-What-You-Can
Presenter: Thurga Kanagasekarampillai
International Sign
Join Deaf actor Bo Hårdell of Denmark’s 5005 Teater for a hands-on workshop focusing on International Sign. International Sign is a constructed language, designed to assist the international Deaf community for finding a standard language to communicate with when hosting meetings and gatherings with delegates from many different countries. It has also been adopted by the performance groups within Europe to allow their performers to be understood and appreciated widely across the European Union. This workshop will cover the basics of communication and how International Sign can apply to Deaf performance.
ASL/English accessible
Date: Saturday, March 9th, Noon MT / 2 PM ET to 1:30 PM MT / 3:30 PM ET
Online (Zoom)
Cost: Pay-What-You-Can
Presenter: Bo Hårdell
Splitting the Lens
LIVE AND IN-PERSON WORSHOP
Saturday, March 9th,
Cost: Pay-What-You-Can.
Presenters: Gaitre Persaud
Signing Songs: A Workshop Discussion
Presented by Kristin Snoddon, this workshop will explore the methodologies of translating popular songs into ASL.
Translating popular songs into American Sign Language and other national sign languages is not explored enough as an art form. It involves using different ways to communicate that people have access to, based on how their senses work. The workshop will feature the film "Signing Songs" that looks into the reasons and beliefs of a song signer as they interpret between languages and modes. After the movie, there will be a open discussion and Q&A.
ASL/English accessible
LIVE AND IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
Saturday, April 1st, 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Cost: Pay-What-You-Can
Presenters: Kristin Snoddon
Filmmaking for Artists
Hosted by Deaf filmmakers Alexandra Hickox, Ebony R. Gooden, and Katarina Ziervogel, this two-day workshop offers an exciting opportunity for Deaf artists interested in exploring filmmaking. Participants will learn the skills and techniques necessary to create compelling videos and films through interactive activities, group discussions, and practical demonstrations.
The workshop will begin with a brief but engaging session for all participants to brainstorm ideas. The Deaf artists will be able to partake in a fun challenge to make a short video based on a theme (to be announced at the workshop). In addition, the participants will learn how to demonstrate their artistic abilities in a demo reel for their portfolio.
Once the participants have learned the basics of videography, they will be given a demonstration on videotaping, editing a theatrical play, and live-streaming it online. We also will provide a short presentation on understanding the differences between playwriting and
screenwriting. Aside from technical aspects, the participants will also learn helpful tips on gaining better videography results. The workshop will conclude with a discussion on submitting a good audition tape, including an overview of industry terms such as slate and full-body. Participants will leave with the newly- acquired skills and knowledge necessary to continue pursuing their passion for filmmaking and take their careers to the next level!
LIVE AND IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
ASL/English accessible
Date: Saturday, April 1st, 2023 - 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
AND
Date: Sunday, April 2nd, 2023 - 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Cost: Pay-What-You-Can
Presenters: Ebony Gooden, Alexa Hickox, Katarina Ziervogel
Mime and Clown Workshop
Join Marie-Pierre Petit and Jacques Hamon of the duo, Pafolie & Jaclo, for a hands-on workshop on clowning and mime.
Based in Montreal, Marie-Pierre and Jacques are professional artists with decades of experience between them. Through clown theater exercises, participants will learn to better identify and express their emotions.
ASL/English accessible
LIVE AND IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
Friday, March 31st, 11 AM to 2 PM
Cost: Pay-What-You-Can
Presenters: Marie-Pierre Petit, Jacques Hamon