About Us
Mission Statement
The mission of No Limits is to meet the auditory, speech and language needs of deaf children and enhance their confidence through the theatrical arts and individual therapy as well as provide family support and community awareness on the needs and talents of deaf children who are learning to speak.
Vision Statement
We believe in building the self esteem and communication skills of every child with a hearing loss by giving the highest quality of services so they can reach his/her potential regardless of his/her economic status. We strongly believe that parents must be actively involved and educated in this process as they are a key a factor in the success of their child
We use our theatrical and educational program to:
- enhance confidence
- strengthen literacy skills
- develop competence in communication
- offer family support
- raise community awareness
- increase appreciation for the arts
- deliver crucial life-skills
Our Impact
No Limits is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 1996 and is the only theatre group in the nation for children with a hearing loss who speak and listen. The children of No Limits have performed in over 55 productions in over 10 states, reaching an audience, to date, of over 30,000 people. Our work has been featured in the New York Times, Newsday, Oprah, and other media outlets.
The No Limits Educational Center provides year round, high-quality specialty services to children in the greater Los Angeles area on a free or sliding-scale basis. The No Limits program offers:
- Individual therapy
- Biweekly literacy program
- Weekly parent education courses
- Computer Training
- Theatre and public speaking program
- Language enriched programs
- Support groups for children and their families
Due to the essential skills developed in our program, our graduates enter college and become productive and engaged citizens. Many of the original cast members of the first No Limits production volunteer weekly to give back to No Limits and inspire younger children who have a hearing loss and the families who love them.
Who We Are
Michelle Christie-Adams is the Founder, Director and Playwright of No Limits. Michelle is a highly qualified teacher, who combines her love of teaching children with over 18 years of experience in the entertainment industry. Michelle has received numerous awards and honors for her work with the No Limits organization, including "Top 100 Heroes” award from Volvo for Life, and The George Washington Medal of Honor from the Freedom Foundation.
Founder, Executive Director
Michelle Christie-Adams
Board of Directors
Kathy Buckley
Comedienne, Motivational Speaker
Infinity Heart Productions
Terri Decker
1st VP Regional Wholesale Manager
JP Morgan Chase
Ron Dunner
President
Astra Oil Company, Inc.
Adi Greenberg
Performer and Philanthropist
Craig Grella
President
Cornerstone Funding Services
LeAnne Harper
Director, Global Staffing and Diversity
Human Resources
Sony Pictures Worldwide
Kristen Mirabella
Director of Sales
Coca-Cola Enterprises
Beth Price
Interpreter for the Deaf
Richard Reiner
Talent Agent
Commercials Unlimited
Linda Sallas
Attorney at Law
Ron Schur
Owner
The Galley Restaurant
Rhonda Stark
Outreach Advocate
Nugent Vitallo
C.P.A.
Harmony with No Limits
Harmony with No Limits is a women's group dedicated to serving lower income children with a hearing loss who attend the No Limits programs. Their commitment and passion for making a difference has allowed children with a hearing loss to be taken off the waiting list and given a chance to be mainstreamed into the hearing world.
Their support has made a huge impact and No Limits is extremely grateful for their endless support and generosity.
To learn more or to become a member, click on HarmonyWithNoLimits.org