An autobiographical play on the subject of growing up with a deaf parent. It was a roller coaster of a ride with humor and a touch of pathos that we can all relate to, whether or not you know anything about the deaf community. Time well spent!...
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I am a CODA and I strongly believe that one of our greatest gifts our Deaf parents give us is the ability to tell our story in our mother tongue (hand...?), alongside the spoken language(s) we use out in the hearing world.
This play was a perfect example of bridging two worlds, two cultures, and two languages. This is what it feels like to be sandwiched in the middle of two worlds--almost like an alternate universe.
The performers and crew did well working with such a challenging space. Costume changes worked well. Music was awesome, and inclusive/accessible.
This is labeled as a comedy... yes you will laugh a lot, but you will also cry, and give a one-finger salute in anger....
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Definitely so cool and heart touching tribute to his mother
It allows us to know Justin as who he is because he is amazing human being with those crazy experiences and journey. Am hopeful If there would be a film about this amazing story. I truly enjoyed and loved it!! asl terps were amazing and Great Job to Jevon, Lisa and justin and the terps. I meant so amazing!! ...
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“I wanted to get to people, to get to the beating human heart. I wanted to make something happen.” - Justin Maurer
Go see one of the last two performances of Falling On Deaf Eyes this weekend. It’s a high-energy, punk rock-fueled tale of the powerful bond between mother and son. Justin’s light-hearted take on his struggle to navigate the challenges of growing up and becoming a man while acting as the interpreter and lifeline for his deaf single-mother is sure to entertain and move you....
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i loved it! it was a glimpse into the lives of CODAs and the hearing impaired, their navigation through life, and the human experiences we all share regardless of the particular struggles unique to our lives....
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