ReelAbilities Houston Presents ReelPeople Featuring Ali Stroker & Jim Abbott

ReelPeople features presentations from remarkable experts that will intimately and urgently reveal the world of disabilities. It will be an extraordinary evening with extraordinary stories:

• ‍Jim Abbott - born without a right hand, became an Olympic gold medalist and Major League Baseball pitcher, playing ten seasons and throwing a no-hitter for the New York Yankees. Since retiring, he has dedicated his life to advocating for the limb difference community, proving that determination can overcome any obstacle.
• ‍Ali Stroker- a Tony Award-winning actress, made history as the first performer in a wheelchair on Broadway and has starred in acclaimed productions like Oklahoma! and Spring Awakening, as well as TV series including Ozark and Only Murders in the Building. She is also an author and advocate, inspiring others through her motto: “Turning Your Limitations Into Your Opportunities.”