[Image Description: Text reads “GCTC Round Table Discussion + Workshop: ASL Interpreter Training Program for the Performing Arts.” Background image from the production The First Stone (2023). Three performers are onstage wearing a mix of African wax printed fabric, cotton t-shirts, and jean shorts. Behind them, a Deaf performer dressed in white is projected on a larger screen as they use ASL.] 

ASL roundtable discussion & workshop on ASL Interpretation in the Performing Arts

We frequently get asked how to make an ASL performance and what things you should consider when doing so. This Roundtable Discussion and Workshop will offer:

  • a roundtable discussion with ASL Interpreter training participants, sharing their experiences of the program 

  • a workshop presentation from our two expert mentors, Carmelle Cachero and Elizabeth Morris who will teach you ways to develop ASL performances and how to work with ASL and Deaf interpreters in your company and art practice


We welcome local Ottawa artists and companies to come and network and meet the ASL interpreters from the GCTC ASL Interpreter Training Program (ITP). We also welcome other performing arts companies to tune in to our live stream to learn about the ASL ITP, and learn about methods and available options for making a successful ASL interpreted performance. 

 

Date: February 3rd 

Time: 7-10 pm EST

Location: GCTC Studio Theatre, 1233 Wellington St. W. (and online)

Tickets: Free to attend. Please RSVP via the Google form here to confirm your attendance. 

Image description: Black box with text per cation and the G-C-T-C logo.

 
 

This is a free hybrid event with live-stream for registered attendees. Archival video recording will be shared as a memory aid for 1 week post event. 


If you are local, we invite you to see the work/practice in action and join us for our ASL performance of Why it’s imPossible on Feb. 2 at 2 pm. Tickets for this show are available here. 


Accessibility information:

This event will have AI captioning and ASL interpretation, in-person and online.

In-person: The GCTC has step-free access, accessible and gender-inclusive washrooms, and wheelchair-accessible seating. 

Complimentary coffee and tea will be provided. 


Questions:

Please email our Access Manager, Drea (drea@gctc.ca)


About the ASL Interpreter Training Program for the Performing Arts  (ASL ITP)

This past season GCTC launched this mentorship program. This free and supported professional development training program supported ASL and Deaf interpreters in growing their skills for interpretation for the stage. The interpreters followed the mentorship of industry-leading ASL interpreters Carmelle Cachero and Elizabeth Morris. 


This program is generously supported by:

  • IATSE Local 471; and