Sunshine Too was a professional traveling theatre troupe affiliated with the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID) at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). The troupe offered performances and workshops suitable for audiences of all ages. Each Sunshine Too production was uniquely tailored for various settings, including public schools, schools for the Deaf, colleges, adult groups, and civic organizations.
"Sunshine Too is an event, a celebration of life and language."
— Elementary School Teacher
"The assembly was definitely one of the very best we have had here."
— High School Vice Principal
"...not possible to describe the immeasurable contribution Sunshine Too has made to the social and educational development of our students."
— Coordinator, Virginia Youth Program
"They were a breath of fresh air..."
— Teacher, Ohio School for the Deaf
"Year in and year out, this is the best assembly we go to!"
— Elementary School Principal
"Excellent; a month later I'm still receiving positive unsolicited comments."
— College Programmer
Facts & Figures
Each year, Sunshine Too:
Presented more than 650 performances and workshops for approximately 70,000 people
Performed in at least 26 states and Canada
Produced television commercials and special programming
Conducted residencies sponsored by state Departments of Education
Appeared at public schools, colleges, state schools for the Deaf, Deaf clubs, civic groups, and national and regional conferences
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