Acting with Jules!

We're all about the acting/directing/storytelling craft as told through the eyes of @JulesDameron. Learn more about all kinds of #DeafTalent & their methods.

[HYPERNOVAS PRODUCTIONS @TheHypernovas]

Check our improv class LIVE on Deaf Spectrum Facebook TODAY! #deaftalent https://t.co/BwyW6ulfoe?

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

@DeafShowRunner @thedeafgang @deafspotlight @DeafWest @Kuliza115 @ucbtla @ucbtny @groundlings I know that @MoniqueZen & @VikeeMe has been teaching classes for years offering it to #DeafTalent. Give them a chance!

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

@DeafShowRunner @thedeafgang @DeafSpotlight & @DeafWest has been doing workshops. Follow them. Michelle Banks (@Kuliza115 ) started classes in DC. In LA, go to @ucbtla/@ucbtny or @Groundlings for improv— with interpreters. UCB covers interpreters and there are diversity scholarships, easy for deaf. (more)

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

FOR DEAF ACTORS! There's a few possibilities for classes! Jade Bryan (@DeafShowRunner) has been teaching classes, and Josh and I (@thedeafgang) are teaching improv classes (here in LA this month) and then we’re going to SF under ASL Love in Feb as well. (more)

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

This acting/#deaftalent thread goes for every d/Deaf actor out there-- including those who have made it to the big screen, TV, Broadway, etc. It will make a LARGE difference for you, trust me! 🤟🤟🤟🤟 #formulaforsuccess

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

ACTING CLASS TIP FOR #DEAFTALENT: Be open minded to your teacher. Try to see how your teacher's methods can translate into your culture and visual access. And don't be afraid to self-advocate and communicate. #faceyourfears

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

5) Classes are a fantastic opportunity to understand everyone's processes and to discover yours. Being scared or vulnerable is part of the acting game. So if you're uncomfortable, it's a good thing. #faceyourfears

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

4) Film sets or theatre productions do not qualify as training. They only add to the resume, but they do not help you learn as much as you think they would. Especially in hearing productions.

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

3) No matter what you think, you will always need acting coach support or classes. The director will not have enough time to focus on you.

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

2) Having an acting coach who understands your culture and language would be largely beneficial. EVEN if you think you might be good enough.

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

Because of many reasons: 1) We need to represent ourselves better by having professional acting methods rather than depending on the director to coach us.

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

#TransDeafTalent #DeafBlindTalent

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

ALL d/Deaf actors! (Yes, ALL) You should always be taking classes-- ALWAYS. Especially if there's one in your own culture and language. #DeafTalent #POCDeafTalent #LatinxDeafTalent #AsianDeafTalent #BlackDeafTalent #QueerDeafTalent #DeafWomenTalent #DeafDisabledTalent

[Sandra Mae Frank (she/her) @sandy21mae]

Second stop of #DeafJourney with @ZVRS will be in Austin, Texas! 😎See you there!

[Deaf Women in Film @deafwomeninfilm]

Check out BSL music vid for "Her Ghost" by @womanshourband. W/ DWIF Actress Vilma Jackson @VCRJ90. https://t.co/8KHv3HQSFO #dwif #deaftalent

[Donny Osmond @donnyosmond]

Love watching the talented @NyleDiMarco on #DWTS. You, like my 2 oldest brothers, haven't let deafness hold you back.#deaftalent @DancingABC

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

Great article!! #DeafTalent #DisTalent https://t.co/VbCD9SeTCM

[Acting with Jules! @actingwithjules]

Between roles? Make your own content like Treshelle Edmond:

https://t.co/xvN3NtXsFb

[Acting with Jules! @actingwithjules]

Show off your acting chops this year by submitting to #thedisabiltyfilmchallenge !!! #deaftalent
https://t.co/FnckOtRgfL

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

Today marks the day of our five year anniversary of the @deafwomeninfilm gathering. You can see… https://t.co/GyRXPu15xp