DEAF Arts National Culture Entertainment (Dance) projects manager Tsungirirai Tsikira says they are thrilled to see the great impact from their latest production The Missing Bridge.
The production amplifies a message of awareness and advocacy for the deaf community's challenges within healthcare settings.
“We are thrilled to see the impact that The Missing Bridge is having as we tour Zimbabwe,” Tsikira said.
“Our journey has been one of growth and impact, and we are grateful for the opportunity to continue sharing these important stories with audiences across the country.
“As Deaf Arts National Culture Entertainment prepares for its third show in Bulawayo and fifth across Zimbabwe, the stage production continues to amplify its message of awareness and advocacy for the deaf community's challenges within healthcare settings.”
She said the production highlights how shortages of interpreters significantly affect accessibility and comprehension in healthcare.
“Through powerful storytelling and compelling performances, the production sheds light on the profound impact of interpreter shortages on accessibility and understanding in healthcare,” Tsikira said.
“With each performance, the team behind The Missing Bridge demonstrates an unwavering commitment to fostering empathy and understanding for deaf individuals' experiences.
“Recent engagements at prestigious events such as the Shangano Arts Festival in Hwange and the heartfelt reception in Beitbridge have reinforced the importance of this ongoing dialogue.”
Looking ahead, Tsikira said: “The Missing Bridge sets its sights on Gweru for its next stop towards the end of May.”
“With the support of Culture Fund CreativeActions2 and the EU Delegation to Zimbabwe, the production remains committed to its mission of provoking thought and inspiring action towards a more inclusive society.”