ARTIST STATEMENT
Sage Lovell is a Deaf multidisciplinary artist who likes to work their magic, using different art mediums to shift perspectives and spaces.
EDUCATION
2019: Banff Centre Professional Theatre Program, Banff, AB
2016: Rotman School of Business Certificate, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
2012: Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, Gallaudet University, Washington, DC
AWARDS
2020: Recipient, ArtsEquity Funds
2019: Finalist, Community Arts Award, Toronto Arts Foundation
2018: Second Place Winner for ASL poetry, Defty Awards, Toronto, ON
2017: First Place Winner, ArtWorksTO Youth Pitch Contest 2017, Toronto, ON
2016: Outstanding Achievements in Social and Health Services, LGBT Youthline, Toronto, ON
EXHIBITIONS
2021: Deaf Joy – Deaf Interiors, Creative User Projects, Canada
2018: “Deaf, what?” Tangled Art Gallery, Toronto, ON
2015: “The Clouded Mind,” Crip Interiors, Toronto, ON
TELEVISION
2022-2024: Director, “Reddy Set Go”, Resonant Pictures, Toronto, ON
2022-2023: ASL Coach, “Silly Paws”, CBC Kids, Toronto, ON
FILM
2020: Director of Artistic Sign Language, Old Mother Tongue, Mark Trifunovic
2017: Cameo, Deafening Darkness, C-A-Mcorder Productions
THEATRE
2025: Actor, All We Can Do Is Trust, Sound Off Festival,
2024-2025: Actor, Rocky Horror Picture Show, The Disability Collective
2023- 2024: Director, Different Animals, S. Higgins
2023 – 2024: ASL Performer, Hypothetical Baby, Tarragon Theatre
2023: ASL Performer, I Love the Smell of Gasoline, Pencil Kit Productions
2023: Performer, MAESTRO Improv, Sound Off Festival
2023: Director of Artistic Sign Language, All We Can Do Is Trust, Kelsi James
2023: Director, The Extinction of the Sea Mink and Their Favorite Maple Leaf,
2022: Director of Artistic Sign Language, Snow White, Young People’s Theatre
2022: Director of Artistic Sign Language, The Spirit Horse, Roseneath Theatre
2022: ASL Performer, Intangible Adorations Caravan, Mighty Brave Productions
2021: Director of Artistic Sign Language, The Sensory Box, Young People’s Theatre
2021: Director of Artistic Sign Language, The Money Tree, Roseneath Theatre
2021: Director of Artistic Sign Language, Acts of Faith, Factory Theatre
2021: Director of Artistic Sign Language, Ladies Gentlemen Boys Girls, Roseneath Theatre
2021: Director of Artistic Sign Language, Katharsis, FOLDA, Vancouver, BC
2020: Performer, The Phantom of the Opera, Landon Krentz/Jules Dameron
2020: Performer, Essential Play, SummerWorks Performance Festival
2020: Director, 100 Years of Darkness Workshop, Landon Krentz/InsideOut Theatre
2020: Director, Creative ASL Theatre Sessions, Deaf Spectrum/InsideOut Theatre
2020: Director, The Two Natashas: Livestream, Deaf Spectrum
2020: Director, The Two Natashas: Our Life in Guyana, Sound Off Festival
2020: Director of Artistic Sign Language, Old Mother Tongue, Mark Trifunovic Productions,
2020: Director of Artistic Sign Language, Talk to Me, Cellar Door Productions
PLAYWRIGHT
2021: One, Cellar Door Productions, co-written with Sean Muldrum
2021: The Two Natashas: Digital Originals, co-written with Ebony R. Gooden
2020: The Two Natashas, co-written with Courage Bacchus & Gaitrie Killings
MUSIC
2023: ASL Performer, “Like No Other,” Kobra Paige
2023: ASL Performer, “Lullaby”, Massey Hall Theatre
2021: ASL Music Interpreter, CRIP RAVE, Crip Rave Collective
2020: ASL Performer, “Always,” Feel The Beat & Francois Clark
2019: ASL Music Interpretation, PUSHPull, ReelAbilities Film Festival Toronto
2017: ASL Performer, “Bow to the Crown,” Heather Dale Music
2017: ASL Performer, “Changeling Child,” Heather Dale Music
2017: ASL Performer, “Lady of the Lake,”, Heather Dale Music
2017: ASL Performer, “Choose,” Heather Dale Music
2017: ASL Performer, “Hero,” Heather Dale Music
2016: ASL Performer, “I hear them calling,” Rae Spoon Music
2016: ASL Music Interpretation, “Find Safety,” LAL
2014: ASL Performer, “Brave,” Ontario Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf
2013: ASL Performer, “True Colours,” Ontario Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf
ARTISTIC INTERPRETATION & TRANSLATION
2025: ASL Music Interpretation, Yung Blud ft. Sawyer Hill, Caesar’s Windsor
2025: ASL Music Interpretation, Flo Rida, University of Western Ontario
2025: ASL Music Interpretation, Rock The Park, London, Ontario
2025: ASL Music Interpretation, Avril Lavigne’s Greatest Hits Tour, Canada Life Place
2025: ASL Performance Interpretation, Pride & Prejudice, The Grand
2024: ASL Music Interpretation, Toronto Burselque Festival
2021: ASL Performance Translation, Dis/Play, Reelabilities Film Festival Toronto
2020: ASL Performance Interpretation, Drag StoryTime With Fay & Fluffy, Gladstone Hotel
2018: ASL Performance Interpretation, Secrets of A Mother, The Theatre Centre
2018: ASL Performance Interpretation, Gertrude & Alice, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
2018: ASL Performance Interpretation, Birds of A Different Feather, Toronto Fringe
2018: ASL Performance Interpretation, A Secret Garden, Young People’s Theatre
2017: ASL Performance Interpretation, Stupidhead, Theatre Passe Muraille
2017: ASL Performance Interpretation, A Dream Play, York University Theatre
2017: ASL Performance Interpretation, Three Sisters, York University Theatre
2017: ASL Performance Interpretation, Party with Boris, York University Theatre
2016: ASL Performance Interpretation, The Body Politic, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
2016: ASL Performance Interpretation, Cripping the Stage, Harbourfront Theatre
2016: ASL Performance Interpretation, No Strings Attached, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
2015: ASL Performance Interpretation, PUSH, Tangled Art & Disability
WORKSHOP FACILITATION
2025: Digital Literacy for Deaf Artists, Deaf Spectrum & Toronto Public Library
2025: Acting Digitally for Deaf Artists, Deaf Spectrum
2025: Digital Accessibility for Deaf Artists and Audiences, Deaf Spectrum
2023: Playwriting Online Workshop Series for Deaf Artists, Deaf Spectrum
2022: Creative Writing Online Workshop Series for Deaf Artists, Deaf Spectrum
2022: Grant Writing Online Workshop Series for Deaf Artists, Deaf Spectrum
2022: Professional Writing Online Workshop Series for Deaf Artists, Deaf Spectrum
2022: Introduction to Theatre ASL, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
2022: Working With Deaf Artists and ASL Translation, Means of Production
2022: Digital Transformations Workshop: ASL in Performance, Theatre Passe Muraille
2022: Deaf People in the Library Workshop Series, Toronto Public Library
2021: Anti-Audism, Canadian Hearing Services
2021: Playwriting Online Workshop for Deaf Artists, Sound Off Festival
2020: Collaborating With Deaf Artists, Bricks & Glitter Festival
2020: Creating Sign Language Magic, Sound Off Festival
2019: Creating Sign Language Magic, SummerWorks Performance Festival
2018: Deaf Jam Poetry, Paperhouse Studios & XYZines
2018: Safer Spaces for LGBTQ Youth, Little Hands Big Message Conference
2017: Deaf Inclusion in Theatres, National Arts Centre: The Study
2017: Inclusive Deaf Theatre, Reclaiming Our Bodies and Minds Conference
2014: Audism in Theatres, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
- Oneida Sign Language & Culture Workshop | OASLI (2017)
- Signing Naturally Levels 1 & 2 | Canadian Hearing Society (2016)
- Deaf Interpreter Training | Keystone Interpreting Solutions (2016)
- Anti-Oppression Training | Supporting Our Youth (2014 – 2015)
TECHNICAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Language & Communication: Native fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and strong written English proficiency; adept at interpreting and translating between ASL and English in various settings.
- Video Production & Editing: Skilled in high-resolution video production, including filming, lighting, and post-production editing using Final Cut Pro and iMovie.
- Digital Media & Social Networking: Extensive experience managing and creating content for social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter/X, and Facebook, to enhance engagement and outreach.
- Project Management & Organization: Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience working alongside diverse teams, organizations, and stakeholders to achieve accessibility goals.
- Creative Content Development: Experienced in crafting engaging ASL content, scripts, and resources tailored for Deaf audiences.
- Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot challenges, adapt to evolving project needs, and develop innovative solutions in fast-paced environments.
- Ethics & Confidentiality: In-depth understanding of professional ethics, confidentiality practices, and best practices for accessibility and inclusion.
- Grant Writing & Funding Acquisition: Proven success in researching, writing, and securing competitive grants, translating artistic and accessibility-focused visions into funded, impactful projects.