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Language
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 Copyright: Australian Theatre of the Deaf, 2003. All Rights Reserved |
Company Language
of One 11-
20 February 1999
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Writers:
Drew Emery and Lewis Merkin
Director: Julia Cotton
Cast: Colin Allen, Mike Canfield, Mary
Haire, Karen Lantry, Kate Nelson,
Christopher Saunders, Rebecca Smee, Medina
Sumovic, Jonathan Turner.
Designer: Julia Christie
Lighting Design: Bruce McKendry
Production Manager/Sound Designer: Lisa
Webb
Stage Manager: Jo Elliot
Auslan Consultant: Della Goswell
Vocal Assistant: Bill Pepper
Mardi Gras Festival
Newtown Theatre
Language of One was a bilingual production,
using both sign and spoken language. The story was
told through central characters with shadow
interpreting. This was the first time the company
had employed this technique, and it was also a long
awaited return for sign language on stage in
Sydney.
Language of One explored the identity of The Self.
The internal tug of war for Albert Rose (the plays
Deaf, Gay, Jewish protagonist) explored issue of
belonging, identity and relationships.
What
the press said
....
"In a festival the magnitude of Mardi Gras, some
events can get lost in amongst the glitter and the
hype. Language of One, a glorious piece by the
Australian Theatre of the Deaf, is one such gem .
Managing to steer clear of stereotypes, Language of
One is a powerful piece on the search for the
Self...the production itself is hauntingly
beautiful. Skilful lighting and bold use of
space... and the acting is sublime." Campaign
Magazine Feb 1999.
"Little voice, but much to think about... Julia
Cottons direction, bought freshness, clarity and a
shot of faith to complex issues."
Sydney Morning Herald
Copyright: Australian Theatre of the Deaf, 2003. All Rights
Reserved