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Meet the Signdance Pioneers: A Journey into Inclusive Performance
When I first encountered the world of Signdance, I was captivated by its unique blend of movement and sign language. This art form is not just a performance; it is a bridge between Deaf and hearing communities. The pioneers behind this movement have crafted a space where communication transcends spoken words, inviting everyone to experience stories through a vibrant, visual language. The Vision of Signdance Pioneers The Signdance pioneers are visionaries who dared to reimagin
David Bower
May 123 min read


Exploring the Art of Signdance in Performance
The world of performance art is vast and diverse, but few forms are as captivating and inclusive as signdance theatre. This unique art form blends the beauty of sign language with the expressive power of dance and theatre. It creates a space where stories unfold not only through words but through movement, gesture, and emotion. As someone deeply fascinated by this art, I find signdance theatre to be a vibrant bridge connecting Deaf and hearing communities, inviting everyone t
David Bower
May 124 min read


PERFORMANCE AND PROJECT DATES 2026
Upcoming Events: Signdance Group's Journey Through Europe March 28–30 — Ljubljana, Slovenia Join us for an exciting period of research and development at Jambor Studio. The Signdance Group, in collaboration with Transmitter Performance, will engage in a creative catch-up. This event promises to be an enriching experience for all involved. April 15th & 19th — RITUAL Development We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Ana Desetnica Theatre in Ljubljana. This will inv
David Bower
Apr 112 min read


Disability-Driven Performance Art: A New Era
The realm of performance art is undergoing a transformation, with a significant movement at its core that is redefining storytelling and audience engagement. This movement is driven by disability-focused performance art, where artists with disabilities spearhead the creative journey. Our voices, viewpoints, and talents infuse the stage with renewed vitality and richness. This emerging era encourages us to reconsider art, inclusion, and the essence of performance. The Rise of
David Bower
Apr 63 min read


Signdance 2026 excitement
Welcome to Signdance Collective's Journey into 2026: Unveiling NOTIZEN THE NEWS ========================================================================== We're excited to share our latest outdoor performance, NOTIZEN THE NEWS. This captivating piece masterfully intertwines Signdance Theatre with contemporary puppetry. It delves into themes of news, protest, love, and the everyday. The characters grapple with the relentless flow of information that surrounds us. A New Era of
David Bower
Apr 62 min read


Signdance Receives Culture Recovery Fund 2
MEDIA RELEASE: Signdance Collective, Signdance pioneers to receive £25,000 from second round of the Government’s Culture Recovery Fund...
David Bower
Apr 6, 20212 min read


Oriente Plus/ Power Cut Update
The R&D for Oriente Plus is going well. Adapting to working online, we have found new ways of devising, setting ourselves tasks and...

Pedro De Senna
Feb 24, 20211 min read


ISOLTE IS THE FUTURE OF THE ARTS
Isolte Avila is a Leader in the Bucks Cultural Leaders Programme! She is very pleased that she has been offered a place on the Bucks...
David Bower
Feb 1, 20211 min read
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