Hands Up Silent Theatre

04/12/2026

Help Hands Up Silent Theate raise money for our amazing Deaf/hearing students for their upcoming production of the Newsies and for a new HVAC system to keep our kiddos cool in the upcoming summer months! Thanks for shopping! https://hands-up-silent-theatre.printify.me/

04/12/2026

We just dropped new Spring/Summer merch 👀
https://hands-up-silent-theatre.printify.me/

Time to grab your t-shirts before our big show in June!

Check out our new beach towels, my favorite embroidered jogger pants, scrunchies, tanks, shorts, and even a beach towel and umbrella!

This one means a lot because every purchase helps us keep Hands Up going: more shows, more ASL, more opportunities for our kids to create something they’re proud of.

If you’ve ever wanted to support what we do, this is an easy (and honestly really fun) way to do it.

Take a look, grab something you love, share it if you can 💛
Wear our logo with pride and let the world know you support Hands Up Silent Theatre We are so grateful.

Thank you for always showing up for us.

04/07/2026

Hands Up Silent Theatre Presents... K-POP DEMON HUNTERS TWO WEEK SUMMER CAMP!!!!!
PLEASE SHARE! ❤
🔥 THIS SUMMER… CHOOSE YOUR SIDE. 🔥
Team Huntrix ⚔️
or
Team Saja Boys 🖤
Our summer camp is going to be EPIC!
💥 Learn high-energy K-pop choreography
💥 Train in ASL and visual storytelling
💥 Help design and create your own sets, props, costumes, and backdrops
💥 Build confidence, creativity, and stage presence
💥 Perform in a final showdown you’ll never forget
We're building the entire world together!
Deaf. Hearing. Hard of Hearing.
Everyone belongs here. Everyone shines here.
✨ Spots are limited (only 20). Sign Up TODAY!!!!
Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/X3gU4WvXqYBu1ZGJA
Or head to our website handsup-theatre.org

12/07/2025

EXTRA EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT!!!!
Hands Up Silent Theatre NEWSIES
TICKETS ARE OFFICIALLY ON SALE!
https://buy.tututix.com/handsup
Hands Up Silent Theatre is bringing NEWSIES to the Levoy Theatre in Millville, NJ
on June 20, 2026
with TWO performances at 11AM and 5PM.
For anyone new here: Hands Up Silent Theatre is a place where Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and hearing students create theatre together. We are building a stage where ASL, accessibility, and artistry stand side by side, and every actor gets to shine in the spotlight they deserve.
Biggest question I get...Is this theater accessible to the Deaf and the hearing? YESSSS Everyone is welcome!!!
If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift this year, give your family an experience they’ll never forget. Come cheer on our incredible students, support inclusive arts, and witness a show built on passion, pride, and a whole lot of heart.
🎟️ Grab your seats today!
We can’t wait to see you at the Levoy.
BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE!!!!
https://buy.tututix.com/handsup
Seize the day with us. ✨

12/07/2025

If you're still looking for gifts for Christmas/Hanukkah, please consider some super awesome merch from Hands Up Silent Theatre . We are still raising money for 2 scholarships and every merch sale will go towards ensuring every student wanting to learn about Deaf Culture and ASL regardless of financial background is welcome with open arms. Our Hands Up Family is strong! O'hana means family, and family means.... no one is left behind.... or forgotten.
https://hands-up-silent-theatre.printify.me/

10/10/2025

Sunday 2 to 4 is bring a friend day to Hands Up Silent Theatre where anyone can try our program for free! Anyone want to be my guest?! All ages and ASL abilities welcome 🙏 Our show the Newsies will take place at the Levoy Theatre on June 20th 2026! New address 601 Bridgeton ave Bridgeton (Deerfield Twp not Bridgeton city)

08/14/2025

Thank you OceanFirst Foundation!

Meet Kristy, Founder of Hands Up Silent Theatre and now published author of her first children's book Alice’s Colorful New World, the inspiring true story of Alice Cogswell, Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet, and Laurent Clerc.

This book serves as both an inspiring biographical narrative and an educational tool, offering children, parents, and educators a glimpse into the origins of Deaf education in the United States. It highlights the importance of inclusion, accessibility, and the power of language-whether spoken, written, or signed.

To get your copy of the book visit, www.kristywhilden.com. 💙🤟

07/29/2025

EXTRA EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT!!!!!
Hands Up Silent Theatre audition sign ups are here!!!!!

🎭✨ AUDITION CALL! ✨🎭

Hands Up Silent Theatre is casting for TWO spectacular shows and we want YOU to take center stage!

🌂 Mary Poppins Jr.
Ages 6–18 — Chimney sweeps, bankers, and spoonfuls of sugar welcome!

📰 Newsies
ALL ages — That’s right! Whether you’re 6, 16, or 60, we want dancers, dreamers, headline-makers, and rebels ready to seize the stage. Adults, this is your time to shine!

📅 Auditions:
Sunday, September 7th | 2:00–4:00 PM
Bring your energy, your passion, and your best stage-ready smile!

No experience with sign language or theater? No problem — come as you are, and let’s make magic together. EVERYONE GETS A PART!!!! :) The lead role requirement of a glossed song is ONLY for 2nd year students and above. First timers don't panic!

Spots will fill fast — fill out the form to reserve your audition slot:
https://forms.gle/5b9TNh8JhNEKqqSu9

06/03/2025

Please Share!!!!
✨🧹💚 Something Wicked coming to Hands Up Silent Theatre Summer Camp! 💚🧹✨
Are you Team Glinda or Team Elphaba?
This summer, Hands Up Silent Theatre is defying gravity with a WICKED-themed summer camp like no other — where ASL takes center stage and Broadway magic meets bold imagination!
🎭 Campers will join either Team Glinda (bubbly, brilliant, and pink-obsessed 💖) or Team Elphaba (fierce, fearless, and fabulously misunderstood 💚) as they explore:
✨ ASL-based musical scenes
✨ Basic ASL instruction and crafts
✨ Deaf-friendly performance workshops
✨ A final Wicked Showdown where both teams shine in an ASL spectacular!
Whether you’re “Popular” or prefer to “Defy Gravity,” there’s a place for you under the Emerald spotlight.
📅 July 14th-25th M-F
📍 Hands Up Silent Theatre 601 Bridgeton Ave Deerfield Twp,
NJ
📝 Registration: https://forms.gle/3dJSwTxXXU1Ytzbz7
💬 Drop a 💖 if you're Team Glinda or a 💚 if you're Team Elphaba!
Because at Hands Up Silent Theatre… everyone deserves a chance to fly. 🎶

09/07/2024

Deaf Culture/ Awareness month day #7.

Did you know you can go to a theater show that uses American Sign Language and English simultaneously?

My daughter and I founded Hands Up Silent Theatre to not just make theater accessible but as equal as possible for the Deaf Community. Our mission is to encourage the d/Deaf/Hard of Hearing communities to learn more about the performing arts and encourage the hearing to learn ASL and interact with d/Deaf/HOH peers. Our vision is to create performances for the d/Deaf/HOH and hearing communities to enjoy as one!

If your child is interested in being a part of our production this year our auditions are TOMORROW from 3 to 5 for all newcomers. Please fill out this form if you're interested and come on down to Hands Up 16 N High street Millville! See you at 3!

Hands Up Silent Theatre's Auditions will be held at our studio located at 16 N High Street Millville, NJ on Sunday September 8th from 3pm to 5pm. If your child is trying out for a lead, and they are not a first year student, they will be done between 5 and 6pm after their solo audition.

07/19/2024

PLEASE SHARE :) Hands Up Silent Theatre NEW CLASS ALERT!!!!! Do you have a child who wants to be in theater but maybe a lil nervous or does not want to be on the big big stage? Do you have a child that's a first timer for theater? Do you have a seasoned theater kid that's been passed over for a lead because they are just a lil "too young," but you know with the opportunity they would soar? Do you have a child interested in learning American Sign Language through theater? You are all welcome here! This is a fully student run program (overseen by myself and my assistant director) where my seasoned veteran actors are giving back via our mentorship program and putting on their very first play! I'm so excited about this program! We are looking for actors from 6 to 13. Our auditions for our actors will be Tuesday October 8th from 5 to 7 and our show will be Saturday April 12th at our studio. Please fill out this form if your child is interested in acting in our kids play! https://forms.gle/2jPsvN46o9eKrojP9