TRIX BRUCE IMPROV PODCAST

PATRICIA “TRIX” BRUCE

Is from Seattle, Washington, is known nationwide as both a workshop presenter and an American Sign Language (ASL) performer. Trix’s work has been warmly received everywhere, from local community centers, to state, regional and the national Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (RID) conferences, Deaf Way II, interpreters conventions and more.

Widely popular as a teacher of ASL storytelling and interpretation, Trix impresses audiences at all levels of ASL skill, from novices to fluent experts.

Trix has been profoundly deaf since she was 6 months old. She went through oral, mainstreaming, deaf classes and online educational programs. Trix has been involved in the performing arts since 1980. After completing her college program, she became involved with interpreting training.

Trix’s mail area of study has been ASL Linguistics with a focus on ASL performance. She is an approved sponsor for the RID Certificate Maintenance Program and has developed two popular websites, www.aslworkshop.com and www.trixbruce.com.

Whether writing, creating, improvising or starring in her many productions, Trix’s passion for the dramatic arts shines through.

TRIX BRUCE LIVE!!
Voice Interpreter Provided
A Visiting Production At The National Comedy Theatre

August 20 – 21, 2006
At 733 Seward Street
Hollywood, California 90038

A Story Worth A Thousand Signs
Sunday, Aug. 20, 2006 @ 2 pm
Monday, Aug. 21, 2006 @ 2 pm

The Trix Bruce Improv
Sunday, Aug. 20 @ 6 pm
Monday, Aug. 21 @ 9 pm

The Hearing World Around Me
Sunday, Aug. 20 @ 9 pm
Monday, Aug. 21 @ 6 pm

THE TRIX BRUCE IMPROV

Yes, Trix is profoundly Deaf – but don’t be afraid to approach her! Using different ideas from the audience – including mostly folks who don’t know sign language – Trix will captivate you with her impromptu visual mix of pantomime, drama and comedy for a night of hearty laughter!
$10 Advance, $15 Door

THE HEARING WORLD AROUND ME

What is it like, to be a Deaf person among the hearing? Let me tell you what it is like to be a deaf person among the hearing. I will show with you my most embarrassing moments, learning experiences, greatest challenges and growing sense of pride. Through these stories you will see how deaf culture has colored my life and maybe discover that we have more in common than we think, Welcome to my world!
$15 Advance, $20 Door

A STORY WORTH A THOUSAND SIGNS (Children’s Show)

As a poet, storyteller, presenter, and teacher, Trix pursues her dreams through performance. She tips her hat to audience members, who are following their own dreams. Trix draw her inspiration from the audience encouraging people to become involved in the performance with her.
$10 Advance, $15 Door

For ticket information email mediarelations@trixbruce.com

Accommodations by Hilton Checkers Los Angeles
www.hiltoncheckers.com

The National Comedy Theatre - COMEDY SPORTZ LA
www.comedysportzla.com

Audio and Visuals provided by Steamboat Productions
www.steamboatproductions.com

Photography by Marion Cain
www.MarionCain.com

Trix Bruce is being represented by Bakari Creative Ventures
www.BakariCreativeVentures.com

For more information about Trix Bruce
www.trixbruce.com

* Film clips has been formatted to fit the screen*

The purpose of the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing is to ensure, in partnership with the public and private sector, accessibility for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing to improve their quality of life.

Bringing the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community Together

Airing since 1974, Community View is the nation's longest running weekly TV show on Deaf culture and hearing loss.
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Community View guests come from all over the country and are interviewed on a wide range of topics including:

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"COMMUNITY VIEW" is a weekly show produced by the Arizona Commission for The Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
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LOVE CAN MOVE MOUNTAINS
Performed by Celine Dion
Performed in America Sign Language by Trix Bruce
From the Album entitled “ALL THE WAY… A Decade of Song”
Executive Producers: Vito Luprano and John Doelp
Produced by Ric Wake
Arranged by Ric Wake and Rich Tancredi
Recorded and Mixed at Cove City Sound Studios, Long Island, NY

Distributed by © 1999 Sony Music Entertainment (Canada) Inc
Manufactured by Epic, A Division of Sony Music/ 550 Madison Avenue, New York 10022-3211
EPIC is a trademark of Sony Music Entertainment Inc. / WARNING: All Rights Reserved.

ALL THE WAY (DUET WITH FRANK SINATRA)
Performed by Celine Dion
Peformed in American Sign Language by Trix Bruce
From the Album entitled “ALL THE WAY… A Decade of Song”
Executive Producers: Vito Luprano and John Doelp
Frank Sinatra appears courtesy of Reprise Records and Bristol Limited Partnership© 1957 (Renewed) Maraville Music Corp (ASCAP)
All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission
Written by J. Van Heusen, Sammy Cahn
Produced by David Foster and René Agnélil
Arranged by David Foster for Chartmaker Inc.

Distributed by © 1999 Sony Music Entertainment (Canada) Inc
Manufactured by Epic, A Division of Sony Music/ 550 Madison Avenue, New York 10022-3211
EPIC is a trademark of Sony Music Entertainment Inc. / WARNING: All Rights Reserved.

MY HEART WILL GO ON (Love Theme From “Titanic”)
Performed by Celine Dion
Performed in American Sign Language by Trix Bruce
From the Album entitled “ALL THE WAY… A Decade of Song”
Executive Producers: Vito Luprano and John Doelp
Produced and Arranged by Walter Afanasieff
Co-produced by James Horner
Written by James Horner, Will Jennings
Famous Music Corp on behalf of TCF Music Publishing, Inc (ASCAP)/
Irving Music, Inc on behalf of Blue Sky Rider Songs/
Ensign Music Corp on behalf of Fox Film Music Corp (BMI)

Distributed by © 1999 Sony Music Entertainment (Canada) Inc
Manufactured by Epic, A Division of Sony Music/ 550 Madison Avenue, New York 10022-3211
EPIC is a trademark of Sony Music Entertainment Inc. / WARNING: All Rights Reserved.