Sign Language Interpreter - April, 2010

Published: April 16, 2010, 3:49 p.m.

Sign Language Interpreter Alan Champion combines his performing skills with his sign language background to interpret live theatre. He stresses the importance of being a good listener, and concentrating on the immediate performance rather than the original script. He explains the unique circumstances in interpretting the new revival of "The Miracle Worker". Champion discusses how his career developed, and the personal and professional significance of the 1980 Tony Award winning play "Children of a Lesser God".