Fellow interpreters,
Thought you would find this interesting and something to consider if you need an
entertainment segment for one of your future interpreter's conference.


Pinky Tells the Real Story About Video Relay Services

Portland, OR [January 9, 2007] - Anyone who has used a videophone knows all too
well the frustrations of failed calls, poor lighting, lousy signing and
videophone etiquette - and these frustrations have evolved into a must-see
performance, “Pinky Tells the Real Story About Video Relay Services.” Pinky
Aiello, an entertainer from Portland, has traveled the nation presenting her
show that pokes fun at what happens during a videophone call, especially when
making relay calls.

“With the incredible expansion of people using video relay services (VRS), I
decided to ask people across the nation about their experiences in using VRS,”
Pinky, who has no affiliation with any VRS provider or company, says. “And what
I discovered was a treasure chest filled with amazing stories, many funny and
all memorable. I also have seen that there are still growing pains in the VRS
field, yet everyone still appreciates the availability of VRS.”

The stories Pinky collected from both deaf videophone callers and video
interpreters have evolved into an hour-long show that also features Pinky's
unique sense of humor. Her show, “The Real Story about Video Relay Services,” is
highly interactive, with audience members coming onstage to share their true
stories of experiences with VRS calls. In between audience s tories, clips from
a DVD of the same title are shown.

“It's my goal to bring both sides of VRS, if you will, together to understand
each other better and to laugh together as we explore the new world of
videophones,” adds Pinky. “I've seen how the DVD and this show help people
appreciate and understand better the challenges of VRS. It helps that I have no
relationship with any VRS company, so people are more willing to talk about
their experiences. But what always gives me goose bumps are the stories from
people who talk about connecting with hearing relatives for the first time
through VRS, feeling free of any language barriers. And then there are those
people who simply have no understanding of how to use a videophone, which is
great for my show!”

Grant Laird Jr., a renowned Deaf blogger and co-owner of Crazy Technologies,
LLC, said in a recent blog entry, “Yesterday, my friend and I watched [Pinky's
DVD]. Wow! It is mind-blowing and a lot of laughsâ€| We wat ched it three times
already.” The 55-minute DVD, voiced- over by Marlene Elliott, won the “Best Art
Direction” award at the
2006 Toronto International Deaf Film & Arts Festival.

The show is in high demand at interpreter conferences, deaf events and schools,
with upcoming shows in California, Ohio, Amsterdam, Sweden and France. Registry
of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) secretary Cheryl Moose of Elgin, Ill., saw
the show at the Illinois RID conference last September. “I have truly enjoyed
her performances and DVD; they're very funny, especially with the variety of
characters that just crack me up!”

Michelle Johnston Osterhout of Goodrich, Mich., is a Deaf mother who saw Pinky's
performance at a benefit. “I laughed so hard that my ribcage exploded,” she
said. “I also enjoyed the DVD, which is highly targeted at those needing a
barrel of laughs. It's a tenderhearted collection of experiences sure to send
one's head reeling in enjoyment. I'd recommend it to any one!”

For a full tour schedule, booking information, or DVD ordering information,
visit www.pinkythejuggler.com or e-mail pinkyjuggler@....



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