On Dec 14, 2025, Deaf Santa Claus appeared at The Grand Illusion – SIFF Film Center in Washington — another stop in a season of appearances connecting Santa with Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing children alike.
About the event
Join us for the Washington State premiere of Deaf Santa Claus at the SIFF Film Center, presented by The Grand Illusion.
The film will be presented with open captions, and tickets can be purchased at: https://grandillusioncinema.org/film/deaf-santa-claus/
Film Synopsis
With an uncanny resemblance to the icon himself, Charles Graves chases his dream of becoming a professional Deaf Santa Claus. Filmmakers chronicle Charles and his family as he attends Santa school and enlists the support of others in an attempt to better provide for his loved ones.
This screening at SIFF Film Center is more than just a film—it’s a celebration of representation, resilience, and the power of community.
Continue the story
The Deaf Santa Claus Foundation continues to expand into new communities each holiday season. To bring a screening or an appearance to your community, reach out to the foundation. To support the work directly, visit our donation page.
The original event listing was hosted at: https://grandillusioncinema.org/film/deaf-santa-claus/
