John Mansell recalls his time with the Auckland Deaf Society Dramatic Club, founded by Harry Hanley in the late 1970s. He shares memories of one standout performance in the back hall, a play called ‘Olympics’, which was a crowd favourite and hugely popular.
John Mansell on One Unforgettable Performance
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John Mansell recalls his time with the Auckland Deaf Society Dramatic Club, founded by Harry Hanley in the late 1970s. He shares memories of one standout performance in the back hall, a play called ‘Olympics’, which was a crowd favourite and hugely popular.
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