Welcome to American Sign Language (ASL) Performances at the Levoy Theatre!
Creating an Inclusive Space for All Audiences
What is an ASL performance?
At the Levoy Theatre, we are committed to making our performances accessible and enjoyable for all members of our community. We offer a series of ASL-interpreted performances throughout the season, designed to welcome Deaf and Hard of Hearing patrons with American Sign Language interpretation for select shows.
What to Expect
During ASL-interpreted performances, professional ASL interpreters are positioned in clear view of the stage, delivering an engaging interpretation of the show’s dialogue, lyrics, and key sound cues. Our goal is to create an inclusive experience where Deaf and Hard of Hearing patrons can immerse themselves fully in the performance.
Enhancing the Experience
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In addition to ASL interpretation, we offer:
- Seating Assistance: Our staff is available to help find optimal seating with a clear view of both the interpreter and the stage.
- Program Information: For each ASL-interpreted show, a digital program will be available in advance, allowing patrons to review the cast, plot, and other helpful details.
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Preparing for your Visit
What if I need additional assistance or accommodations?
Our accessibility team is here to help. Contact us before your visit to discuss any needs, and we’ll do our best to ensure a welcoming experience.
Upcoming ASL Performances
White Christmas
Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial title song, White Christmas is an uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages.
ASL & Relaxed Performance: November 21, 2024 @ 7:30pm
Beetlejuice, Jr
It’s our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.
ASL & Relaxed Performance: May 17, 2025 @ 2pm
Hairspray
It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do!
ASL & Relaxed Performance: August 14, 2025 @ 7:00pm
Cinderella
This story follows Ella, a young woman who is forced to do chores for her cruel stepmother, Madame, while dreaming of a better life. This Broadway version of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella is a contemporary retelling of the classic fairy tale that includes new characters, a funny book, and the beloved songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein.
ASL & Relaxed Performance: November 13, 2025 @ 7:00pm
