Signs Alive Festival
Join us for the first-ever Signs Alive Festival, a joyful and inclusive celebration of Deaf and disabled artists and performers. Led by Deaf artist Paul Miller (Rory Studio CIC) and produced by Surface Area Dance Theatre, this vibrant two-day festival brings together an exciting mix of performances, creative workshops, visual art, and live entertainment.
Families and visitors can enjoy inspiring theatre, hands-on creative activities, exhibitions, and live DJ experiences in a welcoming and accessible environment. The programme features work from a diverse range of artists including Cara MacWilliam, Fuse Theatre, Southpaw Company, Greener Lavelle, Sunderland College, Deaf Rave, Lisette Auton, and Charlotte Arrowsmith, alongside visual art from Tom White / Surface Area.
From giant puppets and immersive VR art to family play activities and interactive workshops, there’s something for everyone to explore. Signs Alive Festival celebrates visual storytelling and sign language while creating space for Deaf and disabled creativity to shine.
The festival aims to break down barriers in the arts and inspire Deaf and disabled children and young people to see themselves represented and empowered through creativity.
Signs Alive Festival is curated by Deaf artist Paul Miller and is a Deaf-led festival celebrating Deaf creativity and visual language. The festival is created in partnership with Rory Studio CIC and Surface Area Dance Theatre, supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. With special thanks to partners Southpaw Company and Sheepfold Stables for their support.
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