NAC invites three sign language interpreters to enhance Alice Through the Looking-Glass

The NAC English Theatre holiday production of _ Alice Through the Looking-Glass _ has been capturing the hearts and dazzling the minds of families since the show opened on December 12. And it’s about to become a little more magical.

As a way to make productions accessible to all patrons, a matinee performance will be presented with assistance for the Deaf. On

Saturday, January 3 at 2 pm

, the NAC English ** Theatre is inviting three sign language interpreters for the matinee performance to enhance the experience of live theatre for Deaf patrons ** . On hand will be two ASL English interpreters and one Deaf interpreter/actor.

Special seating has been arranged for Deaf patrons who wish to attend this performance and enjoy the wonder and visually stunning production of _ Alice Through the Looking-Glass _ .

Tickets can be purchased by calling Dana Uzarevic, Interim Producer, NAC English Theatre at 613 947-7000 ext 320 or email at dana.uzarevic@nac-cna.ca . Tickets are $75 and there are a limited number of seats available. _ Alice Through the Looking-Glass _ runs in the NAC Theatre until January 3

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. _ _ For more information, visit nac-can.ca . _ _ _ Alice Through the Looking-Glass _ by Lewis Carroll adapted for the stage by James Reaney directed by Jillian Keiley featuring the NAC 2014-15 Ensemble an NAC English Theatre production in association with the Stratford Festival _ Alice Through the Looking-Glass _ is sponsored by ** Trinity Development Group ** . _ Alice Through the Looking-Glass _ is part of the NAC’s ** Share the Spirit ** program – Giving the gift of live performance to deserving children and their families. Visit nac-cna.ca/share ** Embassy Hotel & Suites ** is proud to be the Official Hotel Partner for the National Arts Centre English Theatre. ** Ottawa Citizen ** is proud to be Media Partner for the Theatre Series.