Trix Bruce: Two Events – DFW (See 2nd event below)
Trix Bruce Workshop CLASSIFIERS in Forth Worth, Texas
VISAULAIZE THIS:
Drawing in Space with ASL Classifiers
As a native English speaker you work within a linear language, but
ASL uses space and movement through classifiers to show a visual
picture. When using Classifiers, are you able to clearly portray the
English message into ASL? Do you know how to clearly show a car
accident, a Lasik eye surgery, or a gymnast going through their
routines? This workshop provides participants with an overview of
using Classifiers, by focusing on what they mean, when to use them and
how they are used. Participants will explore various classifiers to
express a visual picture breaking away from English words to translate
ideas visually. This workshop strongly focuses on ASL storytelling,
ASL performing, and ideas on how to use the appropriate handshape to
show a clearer picture of the context involved.
This workshop will also provide hands-on experiences & skill building
activities needed for appropriate classifier use applied to complex
descriptions and images. Complicated & confusing pictures, eye gaze,
role shifting, spatial referencing and appropriate use of classifiers
in storytelling will also be presented. Emphasis is placed on
developing the ability to think in pictures as a way to improve
expressive and receptive communication skills.
May 16, 2009
Saturday, 9 am – 4 pm
Goodrich Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
2500 Lipscomb Street
Fort Worth, TX 76110-2625
BIO: Patricia (Trix) Bruce, from Seattle, Washington, is known
nationwide as both a workshop presenter and an American Sign Language
performer. Trix’s work has been warmly received everywhere, from local
community centers, to state, regional and national conferences, Deaf
Way II, interpreter conventions and more. Wildly popular as a teacher
of ASL storytelling and ASL 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 interpreter
training. Trix’s main area of study has been ASL Linguistics with a
focus on ASL Performance. She has developed a popular website:
www.trixbruce.com. Whether writing, creating, improvising or starring
in her many productions, Trix’s passion for the dramatic arts shines
through.
REGISTERATION FEE: $65 per, postmarked by May 8, 2009
$75 at the door
SEND $ TO: check payable to Trix Bruce
MAIL TO: Trix Bruce, 1429 D Ave PMB 362, Snohomish, WA 98290
RSVP/CONTACT: by May 15, 2009 – [email protected]
BEI and RID CUEs APPROVED: .6 credit or 6 clock hours, Professional
Studies, Introductory Level
NOTES: Handouts will be provided. The workshop will be presented in
ASL; a voice interpreter will not be provided. Lunch is on your own.
Trix is available for booking workshop/shows at [email protected]
She also is available to mentor/tutor/evaluate in your town.
SPECIAL THANKS: Goodrich Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
A NIGHT of IMPROV with TRIX:
WHOSE ASL IS IT?
You’ve heard of the TV Show “Whose line is it anyway?” right? Now,
it’s coming to a stage near you, only this time it’s in ASL! With no
practice, no preparation, using different ideas from the audience, and
using people from audience, Trix will captivate you with her impromptu
mode of “ASL-libing” and a night of hearty laughter!
May 15, 2009
Friday Evening @ 7:00 pm
At Central High School
9450 Ray White
Fort Worth TX 76137
Admission: $10 at Door
Booking Her Shows/Workshops/Mentor: [email protected]
(RID CEUs .1 credit or 1 clock hour, General Studies)