Mime Artist JJ Jones Set for National Theatre of the Deaf Fundraiser, Today

The National Theatre of the Deaf (NTD), in collaboration with the American School for the Deaf, is pleased to announce a joint fundraising event featuring a special performance by celebrated Deaf Mime Artist JJ Jones, taking place October 3, 2015 at 7:30 PM at the Kingswood Oxford Roberts Theatre, Troutbrook Drive, West Hartford, CT. Doors open 45 minutes prior, no seating will be reserved.

The fundraiser stands to benefit both the National Theatre of the Deaf (NTD) and the American School for the Deaf (ASD), as well as ASD's Alumni Association.

The fundraiser includes a presentation by the National Theatre of the Deaf, who will be performing an excerpt from their current touring repertoire. Following the NTD presentation will be a special performance by JJ Jones, Deaf Mime Artist, who was trained by world renowned Marcel Marceau in Paris, France. All performances are family-friendly.

Tickets may be purchased in advance by sending a check by Monday, September 28 to:

Steven Simmon, ASDAA Treasurer

62 Coolidge Ave, Newington, CT 06111

Advanced Purchase:

Adults: $22

Student/Senior: $20

Over 5 - High School: $18

Kids 4 and Under: Free

At Door Purchase:

All: $24

Kids 4 and Under: Free

For more information about the National Theatre of the Deaf, visit ntd.org.

For more information about JJ Jones, visit jjmime.com.

These performances are open to the public and are suitable for all ages. Members of the press are welcome and encouraged. For more information, contact National Theatre of the Deaf at (860) 574-9063 (Tel.) or (860) 607-1334 (VP).