Upcoming Events
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.
DHH Youth Drama Experiences
Deaf Youth Drama Experiences
Join our exciting Deaf Youth Drama Experiences in 2025, a dynamic and inclusive creative series of workshops for young Deaf individuals interested in theater and performing arts. Over the course of the year, students will explore the world of drama while developing a variety of skills, including acting techniques, stagecraft, and collaborative storytelling.
Activities include:
Acting workshops in ASL where students will learn to express emotion and character.
Improvisation exercises to build quick thinking, creativity, and team communication.
Scene work to practice blocking, character development, and delivering compelling performances.
Stage production basics, such as lighting, sound, costume design, props, and set design, to learn how to bring a show to life.
Collaborative projects where students work together to create and perform original works.
By the end of the program, students will have developed confidence in their acting abilities and stage presence, enhanced their communication and expressive skills, and built lasting friendships in a supportive environment.
If you're a Deaf/CODA youth with an interest in drama and performing arts, sign up to participate in our workshops offered on specific dates in 2025.
Saturday Dates: Dec 12
Age Group / Time: Age Group (6-12) 10 AM -12 PM
Location: Seattle, WA 98102
Price: $10 per workshop per attendee
What to bring: comfortable clothes that are easy to move in and water bottle.
This event will be in ASL only.
SPACE LIMITED TO 15 attendees
All novice and experienced are welcome!
This space is for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing youth participants. Thank you for your understanding.
Questions: camp@deafspotlight.org
For access requests, please email access@deafspotlight.org with your specific needs.
ID: Flyer for Deaf Youth: Drama Experiences Workshop Series with a purple, teal and yellow striped background and an orange triangle on the bottom. Text under title: “Saturday dates: April 12, June 14, Aug 9, Oct 11, Dec 13. Capital Hill, Seattle, WA.” Text inside a black circle on bottom right: “$10 per youth”. QR code inside the orange triangle, with “Register” above it. Text across a yellow stripe on bottom: “Questions? Contact Camp@DeafSpotlight.org. www.DeafSpotlight.org . ” The Deaf Spotlight logo is on top center.
A Christmas Carol: 50th Anniversary
Seattle’s favorite holiday tradition turns 50 with a season of celebration! Gather with your family and friends for a haunting Christmas Eve tale. Watch Ebenezer Scrooge get spirited away by three ghosts for a transformative journey through his past, present, and future in Charles Dickens’s story of hope and redemption. Whether it’s for the first time or the 50th, you’re invited to experience the magic of this timeless tale.
Where: Union Arts Center; 700 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101, United States
When: December 13, 2025. Show starts at 2:00 pm.
NOTE: Use promo code ASL to unlock seating in the ASL section
ID: A green background. In the center is dark blue text that reads, "A Christmas Carol 50". The dot above the i in Christmas is a bowtie. Above the text is a dark blue top hat with pink patches and a sprig of holly on it. Next to the top hat is a white logo for ACT Contemporary Theatre and Seattle Shakespeare Company.
The Lion King
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, The Lion King brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. The Lion King also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like The Lion King.
Where: The Paramount Theatre; 911 Pine Street Seattle, WA
When: Sunday, December 14th
Door Opens: 12:00 pm
Show Start Time: 1:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: Yellow background with blue diamonds and orange diamond patterns with red circle patterns. On the left side, a brown lion is depicted, with the text "Disney: The Lion King" next to it in brown letters. The World’s #1 Musical.
Come From Away
Join us for a familiar favorite as you’ve never seen it before—right here at the place where it all started.
When a tragic attack shuts down the skies on September 11, 2001, a small Newfoundland town finds itself hosting thousands of stranded air travelers from around the globe. In a moment filled with fear and uncertainty, joy and resilience prevail as the tiny community pulls together and strangers become friends. Celebrating ten years since Seattle Rep premiered this heartwarming Broadway and international hit, a jubilant new staging by hometown director Brandon Ivie (Lizard Boy) will welcome you back to Gander and make you feel like you never left.
Where: Bagley Wright Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, December 20th
Doors Open: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
To Select ASL Seats: In the ticketing platform, find the interpreter icon in the seating chart to pick ASL seating.
ID: Flyer with bright blue background. In a dark blue shade, it shows a person wearing a fisherman's hat and holding up a salmon. Yellow arrows pointing to salmon from the bottom left corner and the upper right corner. In white letters in the middle of the flyer: “Come From Away”. The “O” in “From” is shaped like a map pin. Under the title, in blue letters, “10th Anniversary”.
The Lion King
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, The Lion King brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. The Lion King also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like The Lion King.
Where: The Paramount Theatre; 911 Pine Street Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, December 20th
Door Opens: 6:30 pm
Show Start Time: 7:30 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: Yellow background with blue diamonds and orange diamond patterns with red circle patterns. On the left side, a brown lion is depicted, with the text "Disney: The Lion King" next to it in brown letters. The World’s #1 Musical.
ELF: The Musical
Son of a Nutcracker! Buddy's back!
Buddy the Elf has spent his life fulfilling his elf-ly duties in the North Pole helping Santa get ready for Christmas. The only problem is, he's always been a little different. He stands feet above everyone else, is slower at making toys, and can't quite fit in a standard elf-sized bed. After finding out he's actually a human, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to discover his true identity -- while also bringing a little Christmas spirit to everyone he meets. Based on the 2003 holiday film favorite starring Will Ferrell, this musical adaptation is a hilarious, fish-out-of-water comedy that's full of heart, adventure, and holiday cheer. Whether you're young, or just young at heart, make sure you're on the nice list -- because this show is a festive treat you don't want to miss.
Where: 5th Avenue Theatre; 1308 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, December 27
Door Opens: 12:00 pm
Show Start Time: 1:00 pm
Promo Code: ASL
*NOTE: This performance is sensory inclusive. This performance is intended to create a welcoming and supportive environment for children and adults on the autism spectrum as well as individuals with other sensitivity issues or disabilities. The sensory-inclusive setting will include designated sensory break areas with specially trained volunteers to provide audience support.
ID: Starry background with green letters across the middle “elf”. “e'“ and “f” have a red bow while the “L” looks like green elf boots. Under “Elf” in white letters; “The Musical”
The Lion King
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, The Lion King brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. The Lion King also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like The Lion King.
Where: The Paramount Theatre; 911 Pine Street Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, December 27th
Door Opens: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: Yellow background with blue diamonds and orange diamond patterns with red circle patterns. On the left side, a brown lion is depicted, with the text "Disney: The Lion King" next to it in brown letters. The World’s #1 Musical.
A Beautiful Noise
The untold true story of a Brooklyn kid who became a chart-busting, show-stopping, award-winning American icon. Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans," and "Sweet Caroline," an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond's story was made to shine on Broadway - and head out on the road across America. Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A Beautiful Noise is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America's greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.
Where: The Paramount Theatre; 911 Pine Street Seattle, WA
When: Sunday, January 18th
Door Opens: 12:00 pm
Show Start Time: 1:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: The poster with words in orange to red ombre: “The Neil Diamond Musical” then under in style of movie theater sign “A Beautiful Noise”
The Heart Sellers
Alone on Thanksgiving in 1973 while their husbands work long hours, young immigrants Luna and Jane meet as strangers over the frozen turkeys at the grocery store and decide to celebrate this unfamiliar holiday together. As they bond over their new lives in America and their longing for faraway family in Korea and the Philippines, they discover a kinship that overcomes any language barrier. In its Seattle debut, Lloyd Suh’s intimate, charming, and heartfelt new play explores what it means to find connection and friendship across cultures.
Where: Leo K. Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, January 24
Doors Open: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
To Select ASL Seats: In the ticketing platform, find the interpreter icon in the seating chart to pick ASL seating.
ID: Flyer with salmon-color background. In the middle, shaded in purple, a fancy china plate with two hearts in the middle. Yellow half flowers circle the plate. In white letters: The Heart Sellers.
The Loudest Man on Earth
Jordan was born deaf. A maverick theatre director and staunch non-conformist, Jordan’s got his life pretty well mapped out. Until he meets Haylee, a quirky and independent woman who’s pretty much everything he’s not – and she doesn’t even speak ASL. An unconventional bilingual romantic comedy about navigating the bumpy terrain of opposites and oppositions on the road of love.
Performed in spoken English and ASL.
Where: Union Arts Center; 700 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Saturday, January 24th
Door Opens: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
Promo: ASL
Black background. In the center in green font with a Northwest city overlay reads "The Loudest Man on Earth". Underneath in white and green font reads, "By Catherine Rush, Directed by Adrienne Mackey. Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 4pm".
Lady Windermere's Fan (1925)
Step back into the elegance and wit of the Roaring Twenties with Lady Windermere’s Fan, director Ernst Lubitsch’s sparkling silent adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy of manners. A tale of scandal, secrets, and society gossip unfolds as a young woman suspects her husband of infidelity—only to discover a deeper truth about love and sacrifice.
Presented in the grandeur of the historic Paramount Theatre, this special screening comes alive with the rich, expressive sounds of the Mighty Wurlitzer organ, bringing Lubitsch’s visual artistry and Wilde’s biting humor to vivid life.
Where: Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine Street, Seattle, WA
When: Monday, January 26
Door Opens: 6:00 pm
Film Start time: 7:00 pm
If you are interested in attending, please get in touch with info@deafspotlight.org for information on how to get tickets!
ID: A poster with a red background shows a silhouette of a woman’s back, she is holding a white fan and wearing a white pearl necklace. On her back, the title in white “Ernst Lubitsch’s Lady Windermere’s Fan. With Donna Parker on the Mighty Wurlitzer.” Silent Movie Mondays logo on the bottom corner.
Monty Python's SPAMALOT
A musical lovingly ripped off from the motion picture Monty Python and the Holy Grail!
The musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, has everything that makes a great knight at the theater, from flying cows to killer rabbits, British royalty to French taunters, dancing girls, rubbery shrubbery, and of course, the Lady of the Lake. SPAMALOT features well-known song titles, such as "Always Looks on the Bright Side of Life," "The Song That Goes Like This," "Find Your Grail," and more that have become beloved classics in the musical theater canon.
Where: 5th Avenue Theatre; 1308 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
When: Sunday, February 8
Door Opens: 12:30 pm
Show Start Time: 1:30 pm
Promo Code: ASL
ID: Sky with wispy clouds in background. Across the middle, in red letters; “Monty Pythons’s” and in yellow letters under; “SPAMALOT”.
Monty Python's SPAMALOT
A musical lovingly ripped off from the motion picture Monty Python and the Holy Grail!
The musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, has everything that makes a great knight at the theater, from flying cows to killer rabbits, British royalty to French taunters, dancing girls, rubbery shrubbery, and of course, the Lady of the Lake. SPAMALOT features well-known song titles, such as "Always Looks on the Bright Side of Life," "The Song That Goes Like This," "Find Your Grail," and more that have become beloved classics in the musical theater canon.
Where: 5th Avenue Theatre; 1308 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
When: Friday, Feburary 13
Door Opens: 6:30 pm
Show Start Time: 7:30 pm
Promo Code: ASL
ID: Sky with wispy clouds in background. Across the middle, in red letters; “Monty Pythons’s” and in yellow letters under; “SPAMALOT”.
Here There Are Blueberries
2024 Pulitzer Prize Finalist | Five-time Lucille Lortel Award nominee | Two-time Helen Hayes Award winner | Named one of the “10 Best Plays of 2024” (Wall Street Journal)
In 2007, a mysterious album featuring Nazi-era photographs arrived at the desk of a U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum archivist. As curators unravel the shocking truth behind the images, the album soon makes headlines and ignites a debate that reverberates far beyond the museum walls. Based on real events, Here There Are Blueberries tells the story of these historical photographs—what they reveal about the perpetrators of the Holocaust, and our own humanity.
Where: Bagley Wright Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, February 14th
Doors Open: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
To Select ASL Seats: In the ticketing platform, find the interpreter icon in the seating chart to pick ASL seating.
ID: A flyer showing a close up of 35mm camera with lens in middle. The lens reflect a group od people sitting together, smiling and eating from bowls. The group is dressed in 1940’s fashions. Under lens, in white letters: “Here There Are Blueberries”
The Wiz
The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.
THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway. The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and theChicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”
This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world. With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!
Where: The Paramount Theatre; 911 Pine Street Seattle, WA
When: Sunday, February 15th
Door Opens: 12:00 pm
Show Start Time: 1:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: On the bottom of poster, in golden words: The WIZ with a sparkle coming from “I”. Above the title, four people grinning. From Left to Right, a person dressed as a lion, a woman in a blue dress, a person dressed as a tin person, and a person dressed as a scarecrow.
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Shakespeare’s most popular comedy pulls us once again into the magic of the moonlight. Four young lovers flee their families in pursuit of love in the forest but get more than they bargained for when they land in the middle of a faerie feud. A chaotic night of love potions, merry mischief, and mismatched couples—plus a very lost troupe of actors—weaves an otherworldly spell. When morning comes, will the midsummer enchantment last, or fade like a dream?
Where: Union Arts Center; 700 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Saturday, February 28th
Door Opens: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: Purple background. In the top left corner is a purple and blue illustration of the moon. In the bottom right corner is a red illustration of a rose. In the center in bold, white text reads "A Midsummer Night's Dream", underneath in smaller white text reads by William Shakespeare, directed by Desdemona Chiang.
The Notebook
Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, The Notebook tells the story of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. “Full of butterfly-inducing highs and beautiful songs” (Entertainment Weekly), The Notebook is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love. Chris Jones of The Chicago Tribune says The Notebook is “absolutely gorgeous, not to be missed,” and The New York Daily News calls it “a love story for the ages.” The Notebook is directed by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen, Next to Normal, RENT) and Schele Williams (The Wiz, Aida), and features music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson, book by Bekah Brunstetter (NBC’s “This Is Us”), and choreography by Katie Spelman.
Where: The Paramount Theatre; 911 Pine Street Seattle, WA
When: Sunday, March 8th
Door Opens: 12:00 pm
Show Start Time: 1:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: In watercolor style with a rainbow palette, figures of two people embracing in a wetland and birds flying in the background. Above the couple, a title in blue letters, “ The Notebook: The Musical”.
Seattle Deaf Film Festival
Deaf Spotlight believes in cultivating a vibrant community of Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing filmmakers, actors, writers, and producers.
We will feature a weekend festival from April 10-12, 2026 at Northwest Film Forum. This festival will be streamed from April 13-26, 2026.
More details to come soon!
Mary Jane
Mary Jane is a cheerful caregiver and unflagging advocate for her toddler, Alex, who lives with cerebral palsy and chronic illness—but the American healthcare system can wear anybody down, especially a single parent. While navigating her son’s health challenges, Mary Jane meets and builds community with women from all walks of life, experiencing joy and connection amidst the distress and heartbreak. Poignantly humorous and deeply cathartic, this semi-autobiographical drama by Tony-nominated playwright Amy Herzog is a love letter to caregivers and support systems of all kinds.
Where: Leo K. Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, April 11th
Doors Open: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
To Select ASL Seats: In the ticketing platform, find the interpreter icon in the seating chart to pick ASL seating.
ID: Orange flyer with a goldfish shaded in purple swimming in a fishbowl in the middle of the flyer. Above the goldfish, it shows a heartbeat line (EKG). Behind the fishbowl, in white letters: “Mary Jane”.
Les Miserables
STILL THE WORLD’S MOST POPULAR MUSICAL. Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award®-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” (Huffington Post), “a reborn dream of a production” (Daily Telegraph) and “one of the greatest musicals ever created” (Chicago Tribune). Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption–a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. The magnificent score of Les Misérables includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House” and many more. Seen by over 130 million people worldwide in 53 countries and 22 languages, Les Misérables is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals.
Where: The Paramount Theatre; 911 Pine Street Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, April 18th
Door Opens: 7:00 pm
Show Start Time: 8:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: Dark blue background with skyline of 19th Century Paris, a black and white linocut portrait of small girl looking sideway with a red flag behind her. Above the girl, in silver words: "“Les Misérables”.
Les Miserables
STILL THE WORLD’S MOST POPULAR MUSICAL. Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award®-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” (Huffington Post), “a reborn dream of a production” (Daily Telegraph) and “one of the greatest musicals ever created” (Chicago Tribune). Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption–a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. The magnificent score of Les Misérables includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House” and many more. Seen by over 130 million people worldwide in 53 countries and 22 languages, Les Misérables is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals.
Where: The Paramount Theatre; 911 Pine Street Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, April 19th
Door Opens: 12:00 pm
Show Start Time: 1:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: Dark blue background with skyline of 19th Century Paris, a black and white linocut portrait of small girl looking sideway with a red flag behind her. Above the girl, in silver words: "“Les Misérables”.
Faust (1926)
Witness a battle for the soul on the grandest scale in F.W. Murnau’s silent masterpiece Faust, a landmark of German Expressionist cinema. With breathtaking visuals, stunning special effects, and haunting atmosphere, this legendary adaptation of Goethe’s classic tale follows a scholar who makes a fateful deal with the devil.
Experience this epic story of temptation, redemption, and eternal struggle as the Paramount Theatre’s Mighty Wurlitzer organ fills the space with an unforgettable, live score—heightening the film’s supernatural drama and visual splendor.
Where: Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine Street, Seattle, WA
When: Monday, April 27
Door Opens: 6:00 pm
Film Start time: 7:00 pm
If you are interested in attending, please get in touch with info@deafspotlight.org for information on how to get tickets!
ID: A poster with a yellow sky and a village skyline at the bottom of the poster. In the center of the poster, a red hand holds the old-fashioned hourglass. Inside the hourglass shows an old man, half of his face is yellow and the other side is red, with a long white beard that turns into sand at the bottom of the hourglass. Above the red hand, “STG Presents” “F.W. Muranu’s” “Faust”. On the hourglass, above the man “April 27, 2026. The Paramount Theatre”. On the hourglass, under the sand, “With Christian Elliott on the Mighty Wurlitzer”
Appropriate
When the Lafayettes descend upon their late father’s crumbling plantation home for an estate sale, they unearth an appalling secret that pits them against one another. Through a cascading series of revelations, biting humor boils over into bruising conflict, and no one will escape this family gathering unscathed. Smart, incendiary, and never before produced in Seattle, this 2024 Tony Award winner by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins (Everybody, An Octoroon) depicts a Southern family wrestling with a destructive inheritance as they consider the legacy they want to leave for the next generation.
Where: Bagley Wright Theater; 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, May 2nd
Doors Open: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
To Select ASL Seats: In the ticketing platform, find the interpreter icon in the seating chart to pick ASL seating.
ID: Flyer with bold purple background. In the middle, a purple cidica with orange shading, sliding out of the tear in the middle. In white letters “APPRO” on the left side of the cidica and “PRIATE” on the right side of the cidica.
the aves
An older couple enjoys a summer day on a park bench, talking about birds and the likelihood of rain. A simple conversation…or maybe more. An ordinary afternoon transforms into a shifting world of surreal possibilities in a stunning and surprisingly funny meditation on memory, forgiveness, and the lifelong process of becoming who we are. From the mind of acclaimed playwright Jiehae Park in her signature innovative style, this Seattle premiere will reignite your sense of wonder.
Where: Union Arts Center; 700 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Saturday, May 2nd
Door Opens: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: Light blue background. In the top right corner is an illustration of a park bench. In the bottom left corner is an illustration of a pigeon. In the center in bold, white text reads "the aves", underneath in smaller white text reads by Jiehae Park, directed by Sheila Daniels.
Jesus Christ Superstar
The rise and fall of a superstar.
Passion. Betrayal. Redemption. And the ultimate rock opera. Jesus Christ Superstar is a global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for decades. A collaboration between theatrical powerhouses Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar is a high-energy rock musical that reimagines the last weeks of Jesus Christ's life focusing on his relationships, struggles, and ultimate sacrifice. Told through the perspective of Judas Iscariot, this iconic show brings new life to the Biblical story. Don't miss the musical phenomenon that changed the stage forever and set a whole new bar for musical theater!
Where: 5th Avenue Theatre; 1308 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
When: Friday, Feburary 15
Door Opens: 6:30 pm
Show Start Time: 7:30 pm
Promo Code: ASL
ID: Background of a sunset sky, blue at the top of image and gradually brighten up to light pink at bottom of picture. Across in the middle of flyer in white letters; “JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR”
Jesus Christ Superstar
The rise and fall of a superstar.
Passion. Betrayal. Redemption. And the ultimate rock opera. Jesus Christ Superstar is a global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for decades. A collaboration between theatrical powerhouses Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar is a high-energy rock musical that reimagines the last weeks of Jesus Christ's life focusing on his relationships, struggles, and ultimate sacrifice. Told through the perspective of Judas Iscariot, this iconic show brings new life to the Biblical story. Don't miss the musical phenomenon that changed the stage forever and set a whole new bar for musical theater!
Where: 5th Avenue Theatre; 1308 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
When: Sunday, May 17
Door Opens: 12:30 pm
Show Start Time: 1:30 pm
Promo Code: ASL
ID: Background of a sunset sky, blue at the top of image and gradually brighten up to light pink at bottom of picture. Across in the middle of flyer in white letters; “JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR”
Frida... A Self-Portrait
The singular Frida Kahlo comes to life through the spirit of playwright and performer Vanessa Severo in this stunning one-woman show. Severo explores the parallels between their two lives as she embodies the many facets of this complex artist. With music and movement, Frida’s evocative art, multilayered love life, and distinctive philosophy are sketched out in a visual dynamo of a piece that encourages us all to realize we are not alone.
Where: Union Arts Center, 700 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Saturday, June 20th
Door Opens: 1:00 pm
Show Start Time: 2:00 pm
Promo: ASL
ID: Red-orange background. In the top left corner is a flower crown illustration with purple, yellow, and blue flowers. In the bottom right hand corner is an illustration of blue dresses on a clothesline. In the center in bold, white text reads, "Frida...A Self-Portrait", underneath in smaller white text reads written and performed by Vanessa Severo, directed by Joanie Schultz.
The General (1926)
Widely regarded as one of the greatest silent films ever made, Buster Keaton’s The General delivers breathtaking stunts, perfectly timed comedy, and pulse-pounding action—all set against the backdrop of the American Civil War. Keaton stars as a devoted train engineer whose beloved locomotive and sweetheart are both stolen by enemy forces, leading to one of cinema’s most thrilling and hilarious chase sequences.
Experience this timeless classic as it was meant to be seen: on the big screen with the Paramount Theatre’s Mighty Wurlitzer organ providing a lively, heart-pounding score that amplifies every daring leap and comedic twist.
Where: Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine Street, Seattle, WA
When: Monday, July 27
Door Opens: 6:00 pm
Film Start time: 7:00 pm
If you are interested in attending, please get in touch with info@deafspotlight.org for information on how to get tickets!
ID: Two rows of boxcars with the train at the bottom of the poster. Front of train, a person is riding the cowcatcher. On the top, a end of boxcar with Silent Movie Mondays logo. The first row of boxcars has a title “STG Presents Buster Keaton in”. THe second row of boxcards has “With Tyler Pattison on the Mighty Wurlitzer and Foley Sound by Paul Hansen” and next boxcar has “The General”. On the bottom corner “July 27, 2026. The Paramount Theatre”
History Café: Community Health Centers and Medical Access
Explore the legacy of community health centers, from 1890s Wayside Mission Hospital to numerous modern clinics. Discover how these organizations, run by and for the community, have provided essential healthcare to underserved populations, embodying the spirit of people taking care of each other.
Where: Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Wednesday, November 19 at 7:00 PM
Interpreters: Amie Pease & Jessica Skolrood
ID: A black and white photograph of a child in bed, looking out of the window. The child has a fur blanket covering the child and other blanket hanging over the headboard.
Melting the Ice: Episodes of Deportation and Resistance in Washington State
When hope feels like a struggle, lean into history and learn about the resistance waged in past and present. Join UW professor James Gregory and La Resistencia founder Maru Mora for a discussion on local histories of deportation, detention, and protest; from the Palmer Raids a century ago, to the Northwest Detention Center today. Then, connect with fellow attendees for facilitated conversation groups on how to stand together and melt the ice.
Where: Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Wednesday, November 12 at 7:00 PM
Interpreters: Amie Pease & Muffy Tucker Cave
ID: A photograph shows a crowd of protesters holding up various signs about ICE. Centermost, sign said: Inhumane Cruel Evil and next sign says Abolish ICE.
2026 Vision Board
When: Sunday, November 2, 2025
Time: 1 PM to 4 PM
Where: Deaf Spotlight Space and virtually!
FREE EVENT at the courtesy of 4Culture’s Free Public Access Program
Deadline: Saturday, Nov 1 at noon PST.
Celebrate the end of the year and gear up for the next! Join us for anArtist Meet-Upto design your 2026 vision board. This fun gathering is the perfect chance to connect with fellow artists, reflect on your goals, and craft a visual roadmap for the year ahead.We’llprovide the supplies and space—you bring your ideas!
Shrew
Girl meets boy. Girl hates boy. Girl agrees to marry boy against her will so her sister can get married, too. Got it? Experience Shakespeare’s play of matrimonial misery as you’ve never seen it before. Shrew uses the classic text—inverted, upended, and overturned—to offer a modern-day perspective on how far we’ve come when it comes to love—and how far we still have to go.
Where: Union Arts Center; 700 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101, United States
When: November 1, 2025. Show starts at 2:00 pm.
NOTE: Use promo code ASL to unlock seating in the ASL section
ID: A green background. At the top is an illustration of a blue rope that has been broken with frayed orange edges. In the bottom right corner is an illustration of a screaming mouth with pink lips. In the center is white text that reads "Shrew" by William Shakespeare.
Halloween Party: Spooky Garden
Halloween Party: Spooky Garden
Please join our Halloween party! This is a joint collaboration with ADWAS, Deaf Spotlight and Washington Hands & Voices. The party is a great way for families to meet each other and enjoy Halloween festivities!
We will have snacks, crafting activities, spooky activities, and a costume contest.
We cannot have a Halloween party without a costume contest, so come dressed up in your best! The party theme is Spooky Garden. If you are trying to decide what you want to dress up as, you can follow a garden theme, and it can be anything! A zombie bunny, a funny scarecrow, or aFrankenstein gardener, let your creativity fly free!
When: Sunday, October 26.
Time: 10 am - 2 pm
Where: ADWAS Conference Room; 8623 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Deadline to RSVP: Friday, October 17th
Questions: Please email info@deafspotlight.org
ID: Flyer for Halloween Party: Spooky Garden, in orange text on a purple-black background with a silhouette of a forest. Additional text below title: “Sunday Oct 26, 2025. 10am-2pm”. Graphic of a group of jack-o-lanterns sitting below a scarecrow, with a full moon behind them. Text below: “Family-friendly fun! Please RSVP here: (QR code). Seattle, WA”. Logos on the bottom: ADWAS, Deaf Spotlight, Hands & Voices.
Nature Walk with Sienna
Nature Walk with Sienna
Join us for a peaceful nature walk with Sienna, who frequently explores Discovery Park and knows its trails well. This walk is more than just a stroll—it’s an invitation to slow down, observe, and connect with the natural world through art and presence.
We’ll meet at the Discovery Park Visitor Center, then take a guided walk together, pausing to notice what catches our eyes.
We’ll take moments of silence to observe wildlife, sketch in our sketchbooks, and reflect on how to stay grounded and fully present in nature.
This free event will be in ASL only. If you have any access requests, please let us know your access needs or questions by Friday, Oct 10th, please email art-design@deafspotlight.org.
When: Saturday, Oct 25, 2025
Time: 10 AM to 1 PM
Location: Discover Park Visitor Center, Seattle, WA
FREE EVENT at the courtesy of 4Culture
Register by Wednesday, Oct 22nd, 2025, to secure your spot.
+Wear comfortable shoes and clothes suitable for uneven terrain and changing weather.
+Bring water, snacks, and your sketchbook.
+Let’s celebrate the shift of the season together—see you there!
ID: Flyer for “Nature Walk with Sienna”, with an image of a mountain scape with trees, in hues of oranges and browns. Text above image: “Artist Meetup Series 2025". Text below the title on bottom: “Seattle Parks & Recreation SUN Guide. Saturday, October 26th, 10 AM - 1 PM. Discovery Park, Seattle, WA. FREE at the courtesy of 4culture. For more information, please visit www.deafspotlight.org/art-design. Logos on bottom right for Deaf Spotlight, 4culture, and Seattle Parks & Recreation.
Curator's Fellowship: Reframing Seattle's Southeast Asian Histories
How did Southeast Asian refugees build new lives in Seattle after war and displacement? What do the archives reveal-and what’s still missing from our collective memory?
Join 2025 MOHAI Curator’s Fellow Thanh Tân for an evening of reflection and discovery as she shares findings from her research into the museum’s archives. Through rarely seen photographs, newspaper clippings, and community documents from the 1970s and 1980s, this program reexamines the early resettlement years of Southeast Asian immigrants and refugees in the Seattle area following the Vietnam War.
Where: Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
When: Tuesday, October 21 at 7:00 PM
Interpreters: Amie Pease & Tami Berk
ID: Vintage map of King County set as background, with several black and white photographs of Asian people scattered across the flyer, each photograph has a solid yellow background. From Left to Right: top picture shows an Asian family smiling, bottom shows two Asian people praying. In middle top, shows an Asian teacher teaching to classroom. Bottom picture shows an Asian woman dressed up to nines and smiling. Right top picture shows a group of children gathered around table and the bottom picture shows an Asian person trimming the bush.
Jump Into Accessibility: Deep Dive Day 2025
Join Seattle Cultural Accessibility Consortium for the 3rd annual Deep Dive Day conference to power up your accessibility skills! This active learning opportunity will cover these important accessibility topics:
Building Bridges: Securing Buy-In for Accessibility in Arts Organizations
Moving Beyond Compliance: From ADA to Inclusion
An Equity Approach to Uplifting Disabled Voices
Reimagining a Relational Future: There Is No Me Without We
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.
Lunch will be provided.
For whom?: All folks interested in making accessibility a priority in your arts or cultural organization attend.
Where: Town Hall Seattle; 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
When: Thursday, October 16 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tickets: Tickets cost $55.20. Tickets include access to the opening keynote, all sessions, and lunch.
REGISTRATION: must be on or before October 12th.
NOTE: If cost is a barrier to your participation, we are providing 10 scholarship tickets first-come-first served. Preference will be given to those from arts and cultural organizations. Please contact seattlecac@gmail.com.
Accessibility: Captioning and ASL interpreters will be provided. Town Hall is an ADA accessible venue. Please check the Town Hall website for more information.
For further accessibility information or to request additional accommodations, please contact us by email at seattlecac@gmail.com by October 2nd.
ID: Life ring half submerged in water, text below reads "Deep Dive Day 2025." Logo created by Causality. To the right the words "Presented By" with the SCAC logo.
Salon of Shame # 116
Can you believe it's been 20 years since we started this madness? Thanks to YOU, our service to Deaf and Hard of Hearing audiences has been a cornerstone of the show for two decades. We're celebrating that and all things Shame with a show on Tuesday night, October 14!
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, October 14. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Show starts at 8:00 pm
Where: Theatre Off Jackson 409 7th Ave S, Seattle, WA
Interpreters: Jeff Wildenstein and JoAnnal Smith
Tickets available, this time with a twist:
1. Buy here, general admission
2. And email me! Tell me your name, that you're coming, and the size of your party. This will ensure that we reserve all the seats we need in our Deaf and Hard of Hearing section, with a great sight line to our interpreters.
Ticket NOTE: Buy a Deaf/Hard of Hearing ticket using the password -- purple -- for the seats closest to our interpreters.
ID: black background with a pixelated unicorn with front hoofs up in the air on left with rainbow banner behind it.
DHH Youth Drama Experiences
Deaf Youth Drama Experiences
Join our exciting Deaf Youth Drama Experiences in 2025, a dynamic and inclusive creative series of workshops for young Deaf individuals interested in theater and performing arts. Over the course of the year, students will explore the world of drama while developing a variety of skills, including acting techniques, stagecraft, and collaborative storytelling.
Activities include:
Acting workshops in ASL where students will learn to express emotion and character.
Improvisation exercises to build quick thinking, creativity, and team communication.
Scene work to practice blocking, character development, and delivering compelling performances.
Stage production basics, such as lighting, sound, costume design, props, and set design, to learn how to bring a show to life.
Collaborative projects where students work together to create and perform original works.
By the end of the program, students will have developed confidence in their acting abilities and stage presence, enhanced their communication and expressive skills, and built lasting friendships in a supportive environment.
If you're a Deaf/CODA youth with an interest in drama and performing arts, sign up to participate in our workshops offered on specific dates in 2025.
Saturday Dates: Oct 11 * Dec 12
Age Group / Time: Age Group (6-12) 10 AM -12 PM
Location: Seattle, WA 98102
Price: $10 per workshop per attendee
What to bring: comfortable clothes that are easy to move in and water bottle.
This event will be in ASL only.
SPACE LIMITED TO 15 attendees
All novice and experienced are welcome!
This space is for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing youth participants. Thank you for your understanding.
Questions: camp@deafspotlight.org
For access requests, please email access@deafspotlight.org with your specific needs.
ID: Flyer for Deaf Youth: Drama Experiences Workshop Series with a purple, teal and yellow striped background and an orange triangle on the bottom. Text under title: “Saturday dates: April 12, June 14, Aug 9, Oct 11, Dec 13. Capital Hill, Seattle, WA.” Text inside a black circle on bottom right: “$10 per youth”. QR code inside the orange triangle, with “Register” above it. Text across a yellow stripe on bottom: “Questions? Contact Camp@DeafSpotlight.org. www.DeafSpotlight.org . ” The Deaf Spotlight logo is on top center.
Craft Session with Caffe Ladro & Deaf Spotlight
Please join us for a fun Halloween craft session with Deaf Spotlight.
Free coffee and pastries at the courtesy of Caffe Ladro! ALL AGES WELCOME!
Where: Deaf Spotlight Office, 1517 12th Avenue, Unit 202, Seattle, WA 98122
Buy a Caffe Ladro’s COFFEE FOR GOOD bean bag, $3 will go to Deaf Spotlight!
ID: Flyer. Top has craft supplies against blue and yellow backgrounds. In between is the logo for Caffe Ladro (Black silhouette of a person wearing hat and overcoat against white background. Yellow text in front: "Ladro."). Black text underneath" Come make Halloween art!" Black text on left: "Craft With" On right is Deaf Spotlight logo. In middle are boxes with black text: Upper left: "Oct 5 2025." Lower left: "1-4 PM." Right: "Deaf Spotlight 1517 12th Avenue Unit 202 Seattle, WA 98122." On bottom are black text: "Free pastries & coffee at the courtesty of Caffe Ladro! All ages welcome! Deafspotlight.org/" QR code on left.
An Enemy of the People
The Tony Award-winning adaptation comes to Seattle! Amy Herzog’s “smart, sharp, and relevant” (Deadline) take on this Henrik Ibsen timeless classic wraps us deep in an entangled web of truth, power and complacency. Dr. Stockmann has it all – but when he uncovers a catastrophe in the making that threatens lives, he runs up against those in power. As tensions rise, Stockmann must choose: follow his conscience, and risk destruction? Or join the conspiracy?
Where: Union Arts Center; 700 Union St, Seattle, WA 98101, United States
When: October 4, 2025. Show starts at 2:00 pm
NOTE: Use promo code ASL to unlock seating in the ASL section
ID: A navy blue background. In the top right corner is an illustration of a green newspaper with an orange band. In the bottom left corner is an illustration of a purple lantern with red flame. In the center is white text that reads "An Enemy of the People" by Henrik Ibsen, adapted by Amy Herzog.
Lit Lounge
A PROSE AND POETRY SALON
Created and hosted by Jodi-Ann Burey, Lit Lounge: The People's Art is a prose and poetry salon that brings culture and community together through the literary arts. At Lit Lounge, the lit matters just as much as the lounge. Each month, three writers share their published works or works-in-progress alongside a live DJ, small bites, drinks and good vibes.
When: Friday, September 26th. Door opens at 7:00 pm and reading starts at 8:00 pm
Where: The Station - Columbia City; 3000 S Alaska St, Suite B, Seattle, WA 98108
Interpreters: Jenny Blake
For those wanting to purchase a ticket and have ASL interpretation access, please email jodiannburey@gmail.com before SEPTEMBER 14.
ID: Light gray background. Large red letters: “lit lounge:” with a black block with white letters: “The People’s Art.” Below the black block, in the fine black letters, is a prose & poetry salon. Hosted by Jodi-Ann Burey.
Enamel Pin Workshop with Jess Arevalo
Enamel Pin Workshop with Jessica Arevalo
Instructor: Jessica Arevalo
When: Saturday, September 21, 2025
Time: 1 PM - 3 PM PST
Format: Virtual
Cost: $20 per participant
Unleash your creativity with digital art! Join us for a virtual workshop designed to teach you how to create stunning sign language-inspired artwork using Procreate. Learn essential techniques to design digital masterpieces and discover tips on how to transform your art into products to sell. Whether you're new to digital art or looking to grow your skills, this workshop will inspire you to take your creativity to the next level.
This event will be in ASL only. This event is for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing participants. Thank you for your understanding.
For access requests, please email art-design@deafspotlight.org.
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.”
ASL Story Times - Fairwood Library
Join storyteller Phelan Conheady for story time in American Sign Language.
Enjoy stories, movements, and rhymes that develop your child’s early literacy skills.
It will be 30 minutes of storytelling, then 30 minutes of playtime afterward.
When: Sunday, August 17, from 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Where: Fairwood Library; 7009 140th Avenue SE, Renton, WA 98058
ASL interpreting is provided in partnership with Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center.
All ages are welcome with adults.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.
ID: Light blue background with colorful hands spelling out with letter beside each hand: “Story Times”. Below in words: ASL Family Story Time. Kenmore Library; Saturday, 11 am - 12 pm: June 14, July 12, August 9. Presented by Sam Sanders. Fairwood Library; Sunday, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm: June 29, July 13, August 17. Presented by Phelan Conheady. All ages welcome with adult. Enjoy signed stories, movement and rhymes in a welcoming, inclusive space designed for d/Deaf and hard-of-hearing children and their families. Families are welcome to stay afterwards for 30 minutes of play time. ASL interpreting provided in partnership with Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center. Registration not required. On the bottom right corner, King County Library System logo. In fine print: Kenmore Library - 6531 NE 181st Street, Kenmorw, WA 98028 - (425) 486-8747. Fairwood Library - 17009 140th Avenue SE, Renton, WA 98058 - (425) 226-0522.
Salon of Shame #115
It's Back to School time already at Salon of Shame! We're haulng out school supplies, hoping we get the same lunch period as our friends, and curling up with cringe at what we wrote in our diaries just a few short decades ago.
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, Aug 12. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Show starts at 8:00 pm
Where: Theatre Off Jackson 409 7th Ave S, Seattle, WA
Interpreters: Jeff Wildenstein and a special guest
Ticket Discount: Buy a Deaf/Hard of Hearing ticket using the password -- purple -- 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.
Richard III - ASL Interpreted Show
FREE Shakespeare in the Park!
A blood-soaked tale of ambition, betrayal, and one man’s ruthless rise to the throne. Richard, a cunning and silver-tongued villain, stops at nothing—murdering brothers, seducing widows, and spinning webs of deceit—to seize the English crown. As bodies pile up and allies turn to enemies, his grip on power grows ever more precarious, leading to a climactic battlefield reckoning. Ghosts whisper vengeance, loyalties shift like shadows, and treachery lurks at every turn. In the end, Richard’s own cunning may be his undoing, proving that even the most brilliant serpents can be crushed beneath the weight of their own wicked schemes.
When: Sunday, August 10th. The show starts at 7:00 pm
Where: Volunteer Park; 1139 Volunteer Park Rd, Seattle, WA
Interpreters: Jahmeca Osborne and Malcolm Reed
Tickets: It is free to attend!
Note: The main shows take place in the Amphitheater, located on the west side of the main road, across and slightly north of the Seattle Asian Art Museum, and north of the reservoir. SOTF uses three different locations for shows. To find performances, follow the yellow signboards.
ID: Foreground, a man dressed in royal finery with a crown, staring into the camera. An older man dressed in the purple nobility robe standing behind the king and he is scowling.
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.
UJDC: Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival (Copy) (Copy)
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.
Much Ado About Nothing - ASL Interpreted Show
FREE Shakespeare in the Park!
Love and laughter tangle in a sparkling tale of wit, trickery, and mistaken identity. The fiery Beatrice and the stubborn Benedick are hilariously duped into falling for each other, while young lovers Hero and Claudio are torn apart by a villain’s cruel deception. With bumbling constables, mischievous matchmakers, and bickering lovers they all just may need a touch of fate to make it all right in the end. Hearts are won, secrets are unraveled, and love triumphs in a joyous flourish in one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies.
When: Saturday, August 9th. The show starts at 7:00 pm
Where: Volunteer Park; 1139 Volunteer Park Rd, Seattle, WA
Interpreters: Jahmeca Osborne and Malcolm Reed
Tickets: It is free to attend!
Note: The main shows take place in the Amphitheater, located on the west side of the main road, across and slightly north of the Seattle Asian Art Museum, and north of the reservoir. SOTF uses three different locations for shows. To find performances, follow the yellow signboards.
ID: Two people standing outside, dressed up in 1700’s style clothing. The man is frowning and pointing to his left, toward a woman. The woman has her hands on her hips and is grinning at the man.
ASL Story Times - Kenmore Library
Join teacher and storyteller Sam Sanders for story time in American Sign Language.
Enjoy stories, movements, and rhymes that develop your child’s early literacy skills.
It will be 30 minutes of storytelling, then 30 minutes of playtime afterward.
When: Saturday, August 9, from 11 am to 12 pm
Where: Kenmore Library; 6531 NE 181st Street, Kenmore WA
ASL interpreting is provided in partnership with Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center.
All ages are welcome with adults.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.
ID: Light blue background with colorful hands spelling out with letter beside each hand: “Story Times”. Below in words: ASL Family Story Time. Kenmore Library; Saturday, 11 am - 12 pm: June 14, July 12, August 9. Presented by Sam Sanders. Fairwood Library; Sunday, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm: June 29, July 13, August 17. Presented by Phelan Conheady. All ages welcome with adult. Enjoy signed stories, movement and rhymes in a welcoming, inclusive space designed for d/Deaf and hard-of-hearing children and their families. Families are welcome to stay afterwards for 30 minutes of play time. ASL interpreting provided in partnership with Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center. Registration not required. On the bottom right corner, King County Library System logo. In fine print: Kenmore Library - 6531 NE 181st Street, Kenmorw, WA 98028 - (425) 486-8747. Fairwood Library - 17009 140th Avenue SE, Renton, WA 98058 - (425) 226-0522.
DHH Youth Drama Experiences
Deaf Youth Drama Experiences
Join our exciting Deaf Youth Drama Experiences in 2025, a dynamic and inclusive creative series of workshops for young Deaf individuals interested in theater and performing arts. Over the course of the year, students will explore the world of drama while developing a variety of skills, including acting techniques, stagecraft, and collaborative storytelling.
Activities include:
Acting workshops in ASL where students will learn to express emotion and character.
Improvisation exercises to build quick thinking, creativity, and team communication.
Scene work to practice blocking, character development, and delivering compelling performances.
Stage production basics, such as lighting, sound, costume design, props, and set design, to learn how to bring a show to life.
Collaborative projects where students work together to create and perform original works.
By the end of the program, students will have developed confidence in their acting abilities and stage presence, enhanced their communication and expressive skills, and built lasting friendships in a supportive environment.
If you're a Deaf/CODA youth with an interest in drama and performing arts, sign up to participate in our workshops offered on specific dates in 2025.
Saturday Dates: Aug 9* Oct 11 * Dec 12
Age Group / Time: Age Group (6-12) 10 AM -12 PM
Location: Seattle, WA 98102
Price: $10 per workshop per attendee
What to bring: comfortable clothes that are easy to move in and water bottle.
This event will be in ASL only.
SPACE LIMITED TO 15 attendees
All novice and experienced are welcome!
This space is for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing youth participants. Thank you for your understanding.
Questions: camp@deafspotlight.org
For access requests, please email access@deafspotlight.org with your specific needs.
ID: Flyer for Deaf Youth: Drama Experiences Workshop Series with a purple, teal and yellow striped background and an orange triangle on the bottom. Text under title: “Saturday dates: April 12, June 14, Aug 9, Oct 11, Dec 13. Capital Hill, Seattle, WA.” Text inside a black circle on bottom right: “$10 per youth”. QR code inside the orange triangle, with “Register” above it. Text across a yellow stripe on bottom: “Questions? Contact Camp@DeafSpotlight.org. www.DeafSpotlight.org . ” The Deaf Spotlight logo is on top center.
UJDC: Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival (Copy)
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.
Much Ado About Nothing - ASL Interpreted Show
FREE Shakespeare in the Park! Love and laughter tangle in a sparkling tale of wit, trickery, and mistaken identity. The fiery Beatrice and the stubborn Benedick are hilariously duped into falling for each other, while young lovers Hero and Claudio are torn apart by a villain’s cruel deception. With bumbling constables, mischievous matchmakers, and bickering lovers they all just may need a touch of fate to make it all right in the end. Hearts are won, secrets are unraveled, and love triumphs in a joyous flourish in one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies.
When: Thursday, July 24th. The show starts at 7:00 pm
Where: Lynndale Park; 18927 72nd Ave W, Lynnwood, WA
Interpreters: Jahmeca Osborne and Malcolm Reed
Tickets: It is free to attend!
NOTE: This venue fills up quickly, the space has limited seating, and we recommend arriving at least an hour early. The play will perform at the Amphitheater.
ID: Two people standing outside, dressed up in 1700’s style clothing. The man is frowning and pointing to his left, toward a woman. The woman has her hands on her hips and is grinning at the man.
ASL Story Times - Fairwood Library
Join storyteller Phelan Conheady for story time in American Sign Language.
Enjoy stories, movements, and rhymes that develop your child’s early literacy skills.
It will be 30 minutes of storytelling, then 30 minutes of playtime afterward.
When: Sunday, July 13; 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Where: Fairwood Library; 7009 140th Avenue SE, Renton, WA 98058
ASL interpreting is provided in partnership with Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center.
All ages are welcome with adults.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.
ID: Light blue background with colorful hands spelling out with letter beside each hand: “Story Times”. Below in words: ASL Family Story Time. Kenmore Library; Saturday, 11 am - 12 pm: June 14, July 12, August 9. Presented by Sam Sanders. Fairwood Library; Sunday, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm: June 29, July 13, August 17. Presented by Phelan Conheady. All ages welcome with adult. Enjoy signed stories, movement and rhymes in a welcoming, inclusive space designed for d/Deaf and hard-of-hearing children and their families. Families are welcome to stay afterwards for 30 minutes of play time. ASL interpreting provided in partnership with Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center. Registration not required. On the bottom right corner, King County Library System logo. In fine print: Kenmore Library - 6531 NE 181st Street, Kenmorw, WA 98028 - (425) 486-8747. Fairwood Library - 17009 140th Avenue SE, Renton, WA 98058 - (425) 226-0522.
ASL Story Times - Kenmore Library
Join teacher and storyteller Sam Sanders for story time in American Sign Language.
Enjoy stories, movements, and rhymes that develop your child’s early literacy skills.
It will be 30 minutes of storytelling, then 30 minutes of playtime afterward.
When: Saturday, July 12, from 11 am to 12 pm
Where: Kenmore Library; 6531 NE 181st Street, Kenmore WA
ASL interpreting is provided in partnership with Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center.
All ages are welcome with adults.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.
ID: Light blue background with colorful hands spelling out with letter beside each hand: “Story Times”. Below in words: ASL Family Story Time. Kenmore Library; Saturday, 11 am - 12 pm: June 14, July 12, August 9. Presented by Sam Sanders. Fairwood Library; Sunday, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm: June 29, July 13, August 17. Presented by Phelan Conheady. All ages welcome with adult. Enjoy signed stories, movement and rhymes in a welcoming, inclusive space designed for d/Deaf and hard-of-hearing children and their families. Families are welcome to stay afterwards for 30 minutes of play time. ASL interpreting provided in partnership with Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center. Registration not required. On the bottom right corner, King County Library System logo. In fine print: Kenmore Library - 6531 NE 181st Street, Kenmorw, WA 98028 - (425) 486-8747. Fairwood Library - 17009 140th Avenue SE, Renton, WA 98058 - (425) 226-0522.
Signs for Innovation: An ASL Tour
An Interpreted Tour at Gates Foundation’s Discovery Center!
The ASL tour will be led by a Discovery Center educator and interpreted in American Sign Language by a certified professional interpreter. Visitors are welcome to ask questions throughout the tour. The content of the tour will feature the Gates Foundation’s work across the globe. Videos in the Discovery Center are captioned. This tour lasts for about an hour with the potential to go a little longer based on visitors’ interests and questions.
Where: Gates Foundation Discovery Center; 440 Fifth Ave. N., Seattle, WA
When: Saturday, July 12 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT
ID: A person grinning and talking into the mic with a signer standing next to speaker, interpreting what the speaker is saying.
MARLEE MATLIN: NOT ALONE ANYMORE
All screenings will be presented with Open Captions.
In 1987, at the age of just 21, Marlee Matlin shattered expectations as the first Deaf actor to win an Academy Award® for her groundbreaking performance in Children of a Lesser God. Catapulted into the spotlight, she seized the moment to challenge an industry unprepared for her immense talent, emerging as a trailblazer not only as a performer but also as an author and activist.
Where: SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
When: Several Showings!
Friday, July 11:
4:45 pm
7:30 pm + Join Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services, ADWAS, afterward for a community gathering & discussion at Queen Anne Beerhall, 203 W Thomas St, Seattle, WA 98119
Saturday, July 12:
2:00 pm
4:45 pm
7:30 pm
Sunday, July 13:
2:00 pm
4:45 pm
7:30 pm
Monday, July 14:
4:30 pm
7:15 pm
Tuesday, July 15:
4:30 pm
7:15 pm
Wednesday, July 16:
4:30 pm
7:15 pm
Thursaday, July 17:
7:00 pm
ID: A documentary film poster for "Marlee Matlin: not alone anymore". At the bottom half of the poster, actress Marlee Matlin is shown lying on her side on a white surface, resting her head on her hand, wearing a white long-sleeve shirt under blue denim overalls. Her expression is calm and introspective.
Centered above her, "Marlee Matlin" in a large handwritten-style gold font, followed by the navy blue subtitle "not alone anymore". Below it says, "a film by Shoshannah Stern".
At the top, two critical quotes says: “An engaging, exuberant portrait... touches on Deaf identity and expression in a way that very few films have done.” — Leslie Felperin, The Hollywood Reporter and “A tribute to a trailblazer long overdue her flowers.” — Monica Castillo, RogerEbert.com
Three film festival laurels are shown below the quotes: Sundance, Tribeca Festival 2025, and SXSW Official Selection.
UNSTOPPABLE: ON THE ROAD
A showcase of short films made by filmmakers with visible and non-visible disabilities. Presented as part of Slamdance Unstoppable: On the Road. Directors Megan Griffiths and Mindie Lind scheduled to attend for post-screening Q&A.
WHERE: SIFF Cinema Uptown; 511 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
WHEN: Sunday, July 6th. Details below:
Schedule Details:
12:30 PM – Shorts Package + Q&A with filmmakers Megan Griffiths and Mindie Lind
4:30 PM – COMPLICATED + Q&A with director Andrew Abrahams
Discount Code: Share code DEAFSPOTLIGHT for $10 tickets!
We’re also considering a casual coffee meet-and-greet between screenings (around 3–4 PM) at KEXP Café Vita—a space for community members, filmmakers, and attendees to connect.
ID: Light teal background flyer, with a sketch of hands making ‘O’ shape with an eye inside the ‘O’. Next to the hand, in white logo “Slamdance” and in black letters “ UNSTOPPABLE” title. Under in white letters, “2025 Summer Tour”, and undereath in black letters “Showcasting films by filmmakers with disabilities”. On the bottom of flyer, white logo of SIFF, next to it in white letters “Seattle, WA, SIFF Cinema, July 6, 2025”