Ralph Janes, the Theater Education program director at PSOA, is a strong advocate for the integration of American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters in theater productions, as he believes it enhances the experience for all audiences. This inclusive approach aligns with a growing trend in the theater industry, where sign language interpretation is gaining prominence. PSOA’s production of “Sweat,” a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Lynn Nottage, exemplifies this inclusive approach by featuring ASL interpreters on stage, continuing the partnership between Janes and the American Sign Language Interpreting Program at UWM. This collaboration not only provides a valuable learning platform for student interpreters and actors but also sets an inspiring example for the wider theater community.
Read the full article on the UWM Report. You can also watch a segment with Ralph on TMJ4’s At The Table.