Redefining Broadway with Deaf Queer Artistry
William Maggs
Deaf Artist | Auslan Performer | Broadway Dreamer
Adelaide, South Australia
William Maggs is a boundary-pushing Deaf artist based in Adelaide, known for his powerful storytelling through various artistic mediums, including painting and live performance. Passionate about exploring the joys and struggles of being Deaf, William’s work speaks volumes beyond words, capturing the raw essence of Deaf identity, culture, and expression.
From a young age, William found solace and strength in painting, using colors and textures to share his thoughts and emotions with the world. His journey has since expanded into the realms of performance art and Auslan translation, where he has collaborated with groups such as The Bait Fridge, Adelaide Fringe, ACE Gallery, and the Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA). His dedication to accessibility in the arts has seen him work alongside poets and writers like VNS Matrix and Indigo Eli, bridging the gap between performance and inclusion.
As co-curator of Deaf Gain and Yucky with ACE Gallery, William has played a key role in shaping spaces that celebrate Deaf artistry, challenge perceptions, and highlight the richness of Deaf experiences.
For the Deaf Queer Festival, William will be taking center stage with an electrifying gender-bending Broadway performance, bringing his signature flair, theatricality, and unapologetic self-expression to the festival lineup. Expect a dazzling, high-energy number that reimagines a classic Broadway hit in a way only William can deliver.
Join us at the Deaf Queer Festival to witness William Maggs bring Broadway magic to life with a fresh, fearless, and fabulous twist!