NEWS!

Major 2025 Projects

• NOTIZEN: This major outdoor signdance theatre project began its first public events in the summer of 2025.

  • Themes: Explores protest, love, and the artistry of observation.

  • Touring Locations:  R&D Performances were staged in Austria, Croatia, and Wales England

  • Collaborators: Features an international cast from Cuba, Wales, Slovenia, China, and Austria.

• Stream Walkers (Spletohodci): A hybrid movement-vocal show addressing the rise of artificial intelligence.

  • Performance: Notable performances took place in Ljubljana  throughout 2025

  • International Reach: The project included streaming from Ljubljana to Surge in Glasgow, Scotland.

• SUGLA Training: The group participated in the SUGLA production and training program throughout the 2025 season. 

Activity & Events

• CoFestival 2025: The group recently completed participation in this international festival of contemporary dance, ending in early December 2025.

• Graz Residency: Performances were held at the Graz City Beach, Graz Pavillion  and other locations in Austria in July 2025. 

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Signdance Theatre is an innovative art form brought to life by the Signdance Collective, a diverse touring company. By blending sign language, dance, and live music, they create accessible performances led by Deaf and disabled artists, challenging perceptions of disability and art. Founded in 2001, they have been leaders in this integrated approach since the late 1980s.

Key Aspects:

- **Art Form Fusion**: A unique combination of British Sign Language, physical dance, and original music.
- **Inclusive & Diverse**: Led by Deaf, disabled, and non-disabled artists, promoting inclusivity and cultural diversity.
- **Pioneering**: Evolved from Signdance Theatre in 1987 to a globally touring collective.
- **International Reach**: Collaborates with artists worldwide, producing work in Europe, the USA, and India.
- **Accessibility**: Fully accessible performances that incorporate new media, song, and spoken word.

Overall, the Signdance Collective uses the power of sign language in dance and theatre to tell compelling stories and showcase that disability is a source of artistic strength.

In 2025, the Signdance Group (also known as the Signdance Collective) is engaged in several international productions and collaborative projects focusing on inclusive practice and "signdance theatre" (a fusion of sign language, dance, and music). 

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