Signing up for stardom

David Sands appeared as a hospital cleaner in the TV drama Departure Lounge which was broadcast in October. He has appeared in Casualty, The Boy from Before and Last Night but Departure Lounge gave him the chance to work with actors he says he really likes and respects. He tells us that he likes Forrest Gump and how much he yearns for the day when he will be shot with a laser gun.

What’s the best thing about being deaf?
Our community, culture and BSL.

What makes you angry?
When people jump to conclusions about who we are and they don’t try to listen to our side of stories.

What’s the funniest thing anyone has ever said to you about your deafness?
That I am lucky not to hear certain voices.

If you were Prime Minister, what one thing would you do to improve things for deaf people?
Make the UK as accessible as possible for deaf and disabled people.

What’s the one thing that could be invented to make your life easier?
A laser torch but with powerful air bullets. You would shoot it at deaf people over long distances to get their attention, instead of tapping them.

What do you like most about acting?
Being someone or something else.

What do you not like about acting?
The waiting.

Who is your favourite deaf or disabled person ever?
Dunno, Forrest Gump?

Do you have any special or hidden talents?
Writing comedy scenes and massaging, I suppose.

How would you sum yourself up in ten words or less?
One of a kind.