How much influence does the media hold over the general population’s opinion? In this case, how does the public feel about a deaf woman dancing her way into their hearts?---
At age 21, Marlee Matlin was the youngest female ever to receive the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1986. She won the award for Children of a Lesser God. Marlee became deaf as an infant – but she has never allowed that to hold her back. She is active actress today with a role on The L Word.
During the next few months she will be appearing on the hit TV show Dancing With The Stars. Marlee will be dancing, even though she is unable to hear the music. Her partner is Fabian Sanchez – a newcomer to the show. Fabian is the only newcomer, so one can imagine that the task of joining ws daunting; however, having a deaf partner must be extremely challenging. This is a groundbreaking story because a woman who can not hear music is now about to learn and express herself in difficult ball room dance.
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6 comments:
Your blog is always an interesting topic delivered very much like a breaking news story which is a talent unto itself.
However, your writing lacks luster; you allow the subject matter to steal your shine!
Your blog is interesting -- though some topics catch my attention more than others.
With regard to your latest post, how can she dance without hearing? I'm now curious. I suppose that means your post is a success!
Wow. Now there's a story that should be told! I'd be interested to learn more about her method for learning dance and staying on the beat while she's performing.
She can still feel vibrations - have a sense of rhythm - without hearing. Have you ever heard of Evelyn Glennie (world-class deaf percussionist)? I enjoy the variety and organization of your blog. You could be a bit more daring, sometimes. Your titles are great, though. Grade available on request.
I saw the first episode when she danced. She did really well, and she told the audience that she stays on beat through the rhythm of her partner. It's amazing.
I have to admit I watch that show as well and it is pretty amazing how she pulled it off!
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