Handprint Theatre create Theatre For and With Young People. Deaf and hearing artists making theatre for Deaf and and hearing families.
Available for online and in-the-room workshops, performances and creativity with families and young people. An energetic Theatre Company who focuses on creating theatre that is accessible to both Deaf and Hearing integrated audiences. Not segregating but allowing all to see performances which communicate across language, disability or culture. Creating Visual Theatre performances using physical t
heatre, puppetry, British Sign Language and a combination of anything they can get their hands on, the company strive to make a new style of theatre! Handprint Theatre have over 10 years experience in leading workshops, creating with young people and performing family shows. We have worked across country and to Guernsey and Jersey. In 2014 Handprint toured to LA, America. We have seen how using creativity and drama in education with Deaf and hearing young people is a vital tool for developing confidence, curriculum knowledge and creating aspirations.
After a well needed break, we are back!
We had a fantastic day yesterday in an East London Primary School celebrating Deaf Awareness and our inspirations. So many incredible people, and a reminder we can all be an inspiration to others!
Get in touch for future workshops at your school.
Let's keep building Sign Language week every week, check out this series of signs our friends at Audiovisability shared last week!
Amazing opportunity!
Brilliant and well needed news! Not just teaching language but culture and history of sign language and Deaf people!
What a fabulous event!! Can you spot team Handprint?
Amazing weekend at Norfolk Deaf Festival Big thank you to everyone who was involved, we had a great time!
Get ready to find the team and our film made by young people at Norfolk Deaf Festival today and tomorrow!
The team are travelling today and excited to get creative at
We cannot wait to share some new stories Festival this weekend, created by local young actors! Plus some sneaky actors of our own might be creeping around!
Fantastic to see so many talented young people! Can't wait to share their hardwork at the festival.
Norfolk Deaf Festival had THE best day at Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse with Handprint Theatre creating film clips with deaf young people... Make sure you come to the festival to watch the final results!!
As the new school year gets going, we will be reflecting on the work we have being doing, and our plans for the future!
If you have any stories or memories from past Handprint projects please get in touch so we can share them too.
Either DM, or send BSL or English msg to [email protected]
Bring on a new year!
Wonderful news!
D-live! Theatre Company are delighted to annouce that BUP! - a creative Deaf-Led, BSL inclusive and accessible-for-all-family festival, co-founded with See and Create will be happening at Sun Pier House and MESS ROOM
Today was an amazingly special day. So many generations of signers together campaigning for a better world for the next. We are proud to work with so many talented deaf artists & deaf young people who deserve the right to language!
It was also a celebration of the deaf community. Amazing to catch up with those who have inspired our work &meet so many young people we have worked with who are now living their exciting adult lives!
Thank you to everyone who asked about our future projects. Keep 👀
Join in with our videos https://t.co/7xHqbw6nbF all written with local community ideas
Snuggle up on the sofa or sit back to share this story about meeting new friends, making them feel welcome and going on an adventure around the local communi...
Time for an end of year treat with this epic adventure about a curious, little dog's escape into a forbidden area! With lots of fun characters to meet, mistakes made and important lessons to learn about protecting local wildlife!
https://youtu.be/v1ikh25XIS8
Our 4th BSL Bedtime Story was performed by Mia Ward with a voice over from Ilana Charnelle.
This original tale was inspired by the ideas, stories, memories and the imagination of children, young people and their families. Who shared their ideas during online workshops and sessions during lockdown 2020.
Celebrating places you might know, remember, or be inspired to visit in the London Borough of Waltham Forest and re-told by Deaf performers who re-imagine the places and characters around us.
Tales are told in British Sign Language and English to bring families together. With the aim to inspire families to adventure back out and celebrate their own local area & the wonder that is all around.
These videos were created thanks to the support of Waltham Forest Make It Happen 2021 grant.
*Please note, these stories were filmed during the Covid-19 Pandemic & lockdown so the locations are not accurate to the stories. Each film followed Covid- 19 health and safety regulations and procedures as laid out by the Government at the time.
Time for an epic adventure about a curious, little dog's escape into a forbidden area! With lots of fun characters to meet, mistakes made and important lesso...
Season Greetings & warm wishes to all, from everyone at Handprint Theatre!
Have a safe & peaceful festive break. ⭐️🎄⭐️
Snuggle up for our third BSL Bedtime Story!
Performed by Alex Nowak & voice over by Niall Moorjani. Written by Charlotte Arrowsmith.
A wonderful tale about the power of communication, kindness and friendship.
https://youtu.be/ZK0buDqtVZ8
This project is inspired by the stories, memories and the imagination of children, young people and their families. Who shared their ideas during online workshops and sessions during lockdown 2020.
Celebrating places you might know, remember, or be inspired to visit in the London Borough of Waltham Forest and re-told by Deaf performers who re-imagine the places and characters around us.
Tales are told in British Sign Language and English to bring families together. With the aim to inspire families to adventure back out and celebrate their own local area and the wonder that is all around.
These videos were created thanks to the support of Waltham Forest Make It Happen 2021 grant. (Follow for more).
*Please note, these stories were filmed during the Covid-19 Pandemic and lockdown so the locations are not accurate to the stories. Each film followed Covid- 19 health and safety regulations and procedures as laid out by the Government at the time.
Snuggle up on the sofa or sit back to share this story about the power of communication, kindness and friendship.This original tale was inspired by the ideas...
Be inspired by this weeks Bedtime story; 'Every Day Is A New Adventure' with an art activity!
Just like in the story, you can make your very own adventure book to collect, draw, write and record all of your memories, ideas and special keepsakes.
This BSL Bedtime Stories project is inspired by the stories, memories and the imagination of children, young people and their families. Celebrating community and places in the London Borough of Waltham Forest.
These videos were created thanks to the support of Waltham Forest Make It Happen 2021 grant.
It's time for our second BSL Bedtime Story! Performed by Kelsey Gordon & voice over by Marian Hoddy.
Enjoy this exciting story about going on a family adventure and treasure hunt to the local market. Celebrating and making new memories whilst capturing and bringing a busy market environment to life. With smells, sights, sounds, tastes, feelings and a whole lot of imagination!
https://youtu.be/CCVACKhntPI
This project is inspired by the stories, memories and the imagination of children, young people and their families. Who shared their ideas during online workshops and sessions during lockdown 2020.
Celebrating places you might know, remember, or be inspired to visit in the London Borough of Waltham Forest and re-told by Deaf performers who re-imagine the places and characters around us.
Tales are told in British Sign Language and English to bring families together. With the aim to inspire families to adventure back out and celebrate their own local area & the wonder that is all around.
These videos were created thanks to the support of Waltham Forest Make It Happen 2021 grant. (Follow for more).
*Please note, these stories were filmed during the Covid-19 Pandemic & lockdown so the locations are not accurate to the stories. Each film followed Covid- 19 health and safety regulations and procedures as laid out by the Government at the time.
Snuggle up on the sofa or sit back to share this story about going on a family adventure and treasure hunt to the local market. Celebrating and making new me...
Time to continue the 'New Friends' story adventure with an Art Activity! Designing and creating your own Paper Birds.
Just like the children in our story workshop who created the fantastic ideas for Twilight Sparkle and Birdie. You too can create new characters and bird friends!
What name and personality will you give them and where will you go?
This BSL Bedtime Stories project is inspired by the stories, memories and the imagination of children, young people and their families. Celebrating community and places in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. Re-told by Deaf performers who re-imagine the places and characters around us.
These videos were created thanks to the support of Waltham Forest Make It Happen 2021 grant.
It's time for our first BSL Bedtime Story! Performed by Bea Webster & voice over by Anna Bolton.
So snuggle up on the sofa or sit back to share this story about meeting new friends, making them feel welcome and going on an adventure around the local community. Whilst discovering all sorts of surprises along the way!
https://youtu.be/g4gDI4T6D-4
This project is inspired by the stories, memories and the imagination of children, young people and their families. Who shared their ideas during online workshops and sessions during lockdown 2020.
Celebrating places you might know, remember, or be inspired to visit in the London Borough of Waltham Forest and re-told by Deaf performers who re-imagine the places and characters around us.
Tales are told in British Sign Language and English to bring families together to share alongside an arts activity to enjoy creating at home. With the aim to inspire families to adventure back out and celebrate their own local area & the wonder that is all around.
These videos were created thanks to the support of Waltham Forest Make It Happen 2021 grant. (Follow for more).
*Please note, these stories were filmed during the Covid-19 Pandemic & lockdown so the locations are not accurate to the stories. Each film followed Covid- 19 health and safety regulations and procedures as laid out by the Government at the time.
Snuggle up on the sofa or sit back to share this story about meeting new friends, making them feel welcome and going on an adventure around the local communi...
As it gets colder & darker outside, it’s the perfect time to snuggle up as a family & enjoy a good story!
So join us over the next coming weeks as we share 4 brand new stories. Inspired & created from the imaginations & ideas of children, young people and their families. In response to the London Borough of Waltham Forest.
Expect flying adventures with new friends, treasure seeking at the market, escaped pets & a touch of magic!
Wishing everyone a safe and happy return to school.
Create, imagine, play, inspire, learn, explore, challenge, grow, share, support & dream big together!
Join Will sharing a smile as he sets himself some challenges throughout June!
We are finishing June with this challenge mega mix, which ones will you do?
https://youtu.be/fgjHMDcxMgg
Join Will sharing a smile as he sets himself some challenges throughout June!We are finishing June with this challenge mega mix, which ones will you do? ...
Today!!
We are so excited to be back in a space sharing stories with families.
A Tale of Two Houses, Handprint Theatre 4yrs+
SATURDAY Sat 26 June Doors: 10.30 start 11am
Walthamstow Trades Hall
Trades members family: 1 Adult and up to 3 kids
£2.20
Non-members family: 1 Adult and up to 3 kids
£5.50
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Be inspired by this weeks Bedtime story; 'Every Day Is A New Adventure' with an art activity! Just like in the story, you can make your very own adventure book to collect, draw, write and record all of your memories, ideas and special keepsakes. This BSL Bedtime Stories project is inspired by the stories, memories and the imagination of children, young people and their families. Celebrating community and places in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. These videos were created thanks to the support of Waltham Forest Make It Happen 2021 grant. #TheatreForAndWithYoungPeople #BSLBedtimeStories #DeafAndHearingArtistsForDeafAndHearingFamilies #lbwfculture #Storytime #WalthamForest #ArtActivity
Time to continue the 'New Friends' story adventure with an Art Activity! Designing and creating your own Paper Birds. Just like the children in our story workshop who created the fantastic ideas for Twilight Sparkle and Birdie. You too can create new characters and bird friends! What name and personality will you give them and where will you go? This BSL Bedtime Stories project is inspired by the stories, memories and the imagination of children, young people and their families. Celebrating community and places in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. Re-told by Deaf performers who re-imagine the places and characters around us. These videos were created thanks to the support of Waltham Forest Make It Happen 2021 grant. #TheatreForAndWithYoungPeople #BSLBedtimeStories #DeafAndHearingArtistsForDeafAndHearingFamilies #lbwfculture #Storytime #WalthamForest #Artactivity
Do you live in Harrow? Do you know the Harrow area? We need you! We are creating a set of BSL Bedtime Stories for Deaf and hearing families to share together. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/harrow-storytelling-session-tickets-147883929815 Saturday 8th May FREE online workshop. Limited spaces. Led in BSL with English voiceover Supported by Harrow Arts Centre #TheatreForAndWithYoungPeople #storytelling #Harrow #CommunityStories #family #workshop #memories
✨ Our new Bedtime Stories project has started! 🌙 With our next family workshop this Saturday 10th April (10-11am). Follow the link and book a family place for FREE. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bedtime-stories-tickets-147882597831?fbclid=IwAR2ItedC3Gd7lopmmvxkfohxllh2vQNGmbz8JY8dB7Bk1iDCH0vFLoJmk98 We can't wait to meet & create stories with even more families! The new stories will be directed, rehearsed & performed by Deaf artists & shared online for all to enjoy. * Workshops are BSL led with spoken English #TheatreForAndWithYoungPeople #WalthamForest #BSLBedtimeStories #FreeWorkshop #DeafLed Designed on Canva
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