Sign language theatre and deaf theatre. New definitions and directions

Offered are guidelines to the development of theatre for, by, and about deaf persons. Various terms used for sign-language theatre and deaf theatre are defined and discussed in an introductory section, and the use of sign language as a theatrical medium is explained. The production of theatre is covered by sections on the history of deaf theatre, selection of material to be produced (including consideration of audience, capabilities of the theatre group, and merit of the material), use of narrators, and technical devices (including settings, blocking, costumes and props, lighting, and sound effects).