THE SIGNDANCE GROUP
Znakovni Ples H.R /Signdance Europe
Signdance Collective U.K
WELCOME
The Signdance Group stands as a trailblazer in inclusive performance. As the pioneer of the ground breaking performance art form Signdance Theatre, their work not only showcases creativity but also expands the possibilities of accessibility in the arts.
"Hypnotic, poetic, and unruly.
The Signdance Collective represents the ungovernable energy of art itself, railing and raging against tyrannical forces. Beautiful to behold".
Caridad Svich, Playwright New York City
Performance Half A Penny New York University , New York City
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The Signdance Group, recognized as innovators in Signdance Theatre, is proudly led by a dynamic team of Deaf, disabled, and diverse producers and artists. Their unique perspectives and creative contributions significantly enhance the arts community, fostering a positive impact and inspiring audiences across the world
Signdance Collective was founded in 1987 in London and has established a strong presence in the arts by pioneering the art form known as Signdance Theatre. We have collaborated with many talented artists from around the world, which has greatly contributed to our growth. In 2020, we launched a new European company called Znakonvi Ples/Signdance in Croatia.
Our art form, Signdance Theatre, uniquely combines sign language, dance, and live music. This blend allows us to convey visual stories through movement, using sign language to express deep emotions within dance. By integrating sign language with contemporary dance, Signdance Theatre enhances emotional clarity and beauty on stage. This fusion fosters connections between Deaf and Hearing communities, enabling us to share and celebrate our shared human experiences..
Coming Up!
🔹 March 28–30 — Ljubljana, Slovenia
NOTIZEN Catch-up/ R&D Revision at Jambor Studio, Ljubljana, Signdance Group UK/Croatia, and Transmitter Performance
🔹 Throughout April — Pula, Croatia and High Wycombe, England
Development at the new home of Znakovni Ples and its UK home in High Wycombe, the company continues developing Notiizen, welcoming the local arts community to meet the team. The work features collaboration with puppetry artist Barbara Bulatović and visual music by Angelina Schwammerlin of Transmitter Performance.
🔹 May 21–June 22 — Graz, Austria
Development and Performances The project moves to Graz for an extended period of creation and performance.
🔹 Late June–Early July — Ljubljana, Slovenia
Ana Desetnica International Street Theatre Festival Notiizen enters the Peer‑2‑Peer programme, followed by performances at the Festival itself.
🔹 July–August — United Kingdom
Summer Performances UK dates include appearances at Bucks Culture Open Weekend, MARGATE Deaf Community and Wrexfest in North Wales, with additional summer performances to be announced.
🔹Throughout the year, we will be developing the work with our local community and nationally
Review NOTIZEN/THE NEWS
Audience member, Graz, Austria
More and more newspaper scraps fly away, colourful paper snippets swirl through the air. An invisible message floats through the park, through the world, on this September afternoon! >Protest from the mind and love from the heart.“<
„It interests people of all ages.“
„You can see from the audience's expressions that the performance is moving; there's no one left who isn't thinking. What messages are in the newspapers, what information do they contain?“
„Sounds painted with an old violin bow on a guitar. Two protagonists dance in wild contortions to the mystical music. The scene appears dystopian, almost apocalyptic. Two city sanitation workers, enjoying a coffee break at a nearby stand, watch the scene intently.“
Znakovni Ples/Signdance Europe collaboration with Ana Monro Theatre Ljubljana
"Stream Walkers" Production
