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Disney to use sign language for parade

Hearing-impaired visitors to the Shanghai Disney Resort can now 鈥渉ear鈥 the daytime parade.

Sign language services have been available in shows and performances across the resort, including Frozen: A Sing-Along Celebration at Evergreen Playhouse and Eye of the Storm: Captain Jack鈥檚 Stunt Spectacular at El Teatro Fandango.

Yesterday, International Day of Sign Languages, the resort expanded the service to Mickey鈥檚 Storybook Express.

This parade features a dedicated viewing area in Disney鈥ixar Toy Story Land, where sign language specialists interpret the fun phrases and lyrics sung by Disney characters as they pass by on their floats.

Visitors can enquire about the service and book through the Shanghai Disney Resort website, the resort鈥檚 reservation center and guest services locations across the resort.

鈥淚 am honored to be able to continue Disney鈥檚 long legacy of delivering magical experiences for all with the addition of this latest sign language service at Mickey鈥檚 Storybook Express,鈥 said Joe Schott, president and general manager at the resort. 鈥淪ince day one, Shanghai Disney Resort has been committed to fostering an accessible environment for all, and we hope that this week鈥檚 unique celebration will further raise awareness of the importance of inclusivity in all aspects of our lives.鈥

The resort鈥檚 first Sign Language Week kicked off on Monday and will last until Sunday.

Over the period, visitors to the resort will have a variety of opportunities to learn Chinese sign language with their friends, family and Disney cast members, with the launch of the Learn Sign Language with Us stall in Disneytown.


 

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