In a benefit for National Theatre of the Deaf, Wheelock Family Theatre and VSA Massachusetts present the groundbreaking film, UNIVERSAL SIGNS. Told completely in American Sign Language with captions for the hearing, UNIVERSAL SIGNS explores themes of identity, isolation, and redemption in the face of tragedy. A moving and thoughtful story, UNIVERSAL SIGNS is a lift for the spirit, as well as an exploration into the nature of communication and love.

This film is rated PG-13

Written and directed by Ann Calamia. Produced by Catherine Miller, Ann Calamia, and Lupe Ontiveros. With Anthony Natale, Sabrina Lloyd, Lupe Ontiveros, Robert Picardo, Ashlyn Sanchez, Troy Kotsur, Deanne Bray, Margot Kidder, Robert Hogan, and Aimee Garcia.