AATE 2025 National Conference

Historically, the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community have had limited access to equivalent live theatrical experiences. During this workshop participants will be exposed to foundational theater terminology, dramaturgy, character development, movement, script analysis and other skills necessary to interpret on the stage. The most integrated forms of stage interpreting; Zoned and Shadowed; will be the primary focus of this workshop. These styles create the most inclusive forms of shared audience experience. Shadowed and Zoned interpreting necessitate a special form of collaboration between the director, cast, crew and interpreters.