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Registered BSL/English interpreter, PhD Audiovisual Translation, dramaturg/director, procrastinator...

Joined October 2013
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Dr Alex McDonald retweeted
Kovacic penalised for a foul on James. Leeds free-kick 35 yards out. 18th minute. #lufc
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Dr Alex McDonald retweeted
Saw @bloodyelle_ this w/e. Bloody marvellous show and production. @laurynredding is totally captivating from the outset & BSL interpreter @HerLadyShiv was on point! A skilled and sensitive translation/performance. (& fab characterisation from both.) 👏 @hannahsands03 @Bryony_Shan
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Dr Alex McDonald retweeted
Today I had the privilege of presenting with @HerLadyShiv at the Song, Stage and Screen conference in (digital) Salzburg. Her contribution to the field is truly groundbreaking and it has been such a joy to work with her. Interested in BSL interpreted theatre? Follow her!
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It’s a privilege to be part of the public artwork designed by @chrisunkim for @MIFestival, #CaptioningTheCity @OfficialUoM's Crawford House building, home to the @MCRDeafCentre, is one of many iconic locations across the city displaying captions throughout #MIF21
Disabled, D/deaf and neurodiverse artists can now apply to produce new video or audio works for the @BBC Culture in Quarantine season. Funding of between £3-8k is available for productions which will be ready before June 2021. @thespacearts @weareunltd theculturediary.com/stories/…
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Dr Alex McDonald retweeted
There are just 🔟 days left to get your nominations in for the next @EquityManc Committee. We want our Committee to reflect the ethics of the Greater Manchester region and those who live and work within it.
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"You'll have fun, meet like-minded people, and be taught by professional artists" If you’re interested in Performing, Directing, Designing, Technical Theatre or Writing, our YOUNG COMPANY is now recruiting for Jan to Aug 2021! For more info: rxtheat.re/YoungComp @CreateMCR
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Well over 100 people who work in live music are holding a silent march along Oxford Road in #Manchester in a bid to try and save the industry. It’s feared more than 100,000 jobs could be lost without intervention. #WeMakeEvents
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Non-member tickets available too for this evening's discussion with #WFTVAwardWinner @cheryleehouston, actors @Melissa_Clare_Jn & @ruth_madeley in a conversation to explore effective strategies for employing disabled creative talent- register here: bit.ly/WFTVWorkingWithDisabl…
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Dr Alex McDonald retweeted
Next up on #EquityBSL we have @AlimJayda actor and interpreter who wrote the new @EquityUK Guide YOu can watch live here: pscp.tv/w/ce_uETF4TlFhYnB2cH…
Dr Alex McDonald retweeted
Superb insights from @sophieLstone @NadiaNadarajah @PeedleCalloo on Deaf representation and experiences in the industry. #equityBSL @EquityUK #DeafActorsArentTranslators
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We have been overwhelmed by the outpouring over love & support over the last few days. We're sorry we can't reply to each of you individually but thank you for keeping us in your hearts - you are in ours #RXConnect
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If you are a theatre director and/or designer. Your union is @EquityUK. Join up and get involved today!! ✊✊✊ equity.org.uk/about/join/#!/…
BREAKING: HUGE RISE IN TRADE UNION MEMBERSHIP 🔺91,000 in the last year 🔺170,000 female members in the last year 🔺Almost 200,000 in two years 🔺Third consecutive year of rising membership 🔺Highest female membership since 1995 There’s power in a union. Join yours today.
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Please RT! We refuse to retreat in this time of fear and uncertainty and we need you all to stand with us!
An Open Letter to the Culture Secretary from Black, Asian & Ethnically Diverse theatre Artistic Directors & Cultural Leaders on protecting representation in the sector >> rxtheat.re/OpenLetter
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A message from the Royal Exchange Theatre regarding suspension of activity - rxtheat.re/COVID19
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Dr Alex McDonald retweeted
Interested in the #castithere campaign? Stick Sunday 2nd Feb in your diaries! We will be deciding the next steps and we need you, yes you, to get involved. This meeting is being held at Equity North HQ in Ancoats. E-mail [email protected] if you want to attend.
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Dr Alex McDonald retweeted
There's so much I didn't manage to live tweet from this meeting - too busy joining in the conversation. Come to our next meeting to be a part of it! Thanks to all that turned out, lovely to see so many of you :-) Meeting closed. #strongertogether
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Dr Alex McDonald retweeted
What a brilliant Meeting @EquityManc @MechanicsManch this evening! W/special guest speaker, area organiser & many members present! Loads to talk about esp the @EquityUK #CastItHere campaign. There are more plans for #AuditionDays & fundraising events ahead. Next meeting Feb!
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