Providing Accessibility to Arts & Cultural Events for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities
Upcoming Shows
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Last call to get your tickets for the upcoming interpreted performance of DID YOU EAT? (밥 먹었니?)! "a poetic solo play...a persuasive story of psychic healing and the power of steady, determined love." — Laura Collins-Hughes, The New York Times Don't miss Zoë Kim’s autobiographical journey through love’s many forms—how it’s learned, given, and reflected inward. Critics are calling it "an unforgettable and inspiring story." (Randall David Cook, The Recs)
Nov 6
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This bracingly original spectacle is a musical reminder that surviving is what we do best. Come to our upcoming interpreted performance on November 21st! ✨
Nov 4
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Your support will fuel another vibrant season of ASL-interpreted performances across NYC! Donate today, link in bio 🤟🎭✨
Nov 3
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Celebrate 100 years of holiday magic with the Christmas Spectacular featuring the Rockettes! 💫 Enjoy interpreted performances on four special dates only — tickets are going fast!
Nov 1
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Everyone say, “Robot magic!” Upgrading his inventions for the New Victory stage, it’s Mario Marchese, the world’s loudest kid whisperer. With a magnetic mixture of mad scientist shenanigans, big-kid showmanship and superb sleight of hand, Mario the Maker Magician 2.0 invites kids (and their grown-ups) to join in on the chaos! 🪄 Interpreted performance on November 23rd at 11 AM!
Oct 29
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OH, what a happy day it was yesterday! ✨💛
Oct 27
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Don’t miss this poetic love letter to the inner child, directed by Chris Yejin and choreographed by Iris McCloughan. 🌟 November 9th! 🇰🇷✨
Oct 24
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Magical. Dazzling. Unforgettable. ✨ The Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes is back with interpreted performances on four days only! Tickets are limited!
Oct 23
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Final chance to join us for the interpreted performance of OH HAPPY DAY! 💛✨
Oct 20
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It’s a good day to be HAPPY! Jordan E. Cooper’s OH HAPPY DAY! is a New York Times CRITIC’S PICK! 🌟 A “pain-spiked supernatural comedy” -The New York Times, this wild, gospel-soaked ride is shaking the heavens!! Get your tickets now before the flood hits, link in bio!
Oct 18
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Mirror, mirror on the wall… this Snow White has laughs for all! ✨ Mark your calendar: Nov 8th! Don’t miss this magical interpreted performance ꙳•̩❅*̩̩ ‧͙*❆ ͙͛
Oct 17
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Cooper’s bold, brash, and wickedly funny new play OH HAPPY DAY! at The Public. With brand-new music by Grammy Award winner Donald Lawrence, this saucy, gospel-soaked retelling of Noah’s Ark is a wild ride you won’t want to miss!! 🌊
Oct 15
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About Hands On
Offering Sign Interpreted Performances in the not-for-profit theatrical arena along with information on Deafness and the arts across New York City and the country.
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Interpreted Performances
Hands On offers the Deaf community a diverse range of quality interpreted performances at some of the city’s most popular venues.
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