Whether they're actors, singers or musicians, this is a stage company. We chose them because of their talents, not because of any disability issue. Kelly Beck, sophomore communication disorders major, said she plans to attend specifically to see the sign language element. To most of us, it's like an extra, unnecessary step that's sometimes fun to use, but to them it's an everyday thing. I'm excited to see the language used in a conversational style.
Some people think the romance languages are beautiful.
I think sign language is just as graceful and pretty as French is. Linares said other reasons the University chose to bring this program to campus included bringing children from the community to the show, getting them interested in fine arts and introducing them to stage productions. To make sure children have an opportunity to see the performance, Linares said the University is providing nearly 600 complimentary tickets to area school children. Half the audience will be kids in the afternoon performance. Sophomore Joel White, who plans to be an elementary school teacher for students with learning disabilities, is excited to see children introduced to American Sign Language.