Programs
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Art & Design
Deaf Spotlight hosts group and solo art exhibitions, as well as educational workshops for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, and Hard of Hearing artists.
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BIPOC Deaf Arts Grant
The Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Deaf Arts Grant is an annual program that provides financial support for emerging and established artists to further advance their careers.
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Collaborations
Deaf Spotlight partners with diverse artists and organizations in order to nurture more accessible and inclusive creativity for all.
In past, Deaf Spotlight collaborated with WSRID to host Deaf Talks, a community event showcasing local members’ stories and thoughts, and participated as a planning committee member for DeafThrive, a family friendly festival that brings the Deaf community together.
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Deaf Lit Fest
Deaf Lit Fest will host its 2nd festival from October 9-11, 2026 at Hugo House in Seattle, Washington.
This is a festival that aims to spotlight Deaf authors of various backgrounds, provide some workshops related to writing and the literary world, and give opportunities for people to meet other like-minded people.
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Deaf Spotlight Presents
During odd years, Deaf Spotlight will present a theatrical program featuring performing arts on the stage: comedy, improv, dance, theater, solo performances and more. Check out our Limitless Expressions 2025 here or Short Play Festival 2023 here.
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Deaf Youth Creatives
Deaf Youth Creatives is a dynamic and inclusive creative program for young Deaf individuals, who are interested in the performing arts. The youths will explore the world of theater while developing a variety of skills, including acting techniques, stagecraft, and collaborative storytelling.
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Seattle Deaf Film Festival
Seattle Deaf Film Festival (SDFF) showcases the best Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, and Hard of Hearing filmmaking in the world.
SDFF is one of the biggest Deaf film festivals in the world. We believe in cultivating a vibrant community of emerging and experienced Deaf filmmakers, actors, and producers. Join us to see various short and feature films by members of the Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing community.