Deafinitely Theatre today announce they will be showcasing the work of deaf and hard of hearing theatre freelancers that were awarded a bursary in February 2021, via their website – beginning today in celebration of UK Deaf Awareness Week 2021, Coming Through It Together.
The UK’s leading deaf theatre company has handed out £20,000 of bursaries to deaf or hard of hearing theatre freelancers.
Deafinitely Theatre has announced the 20 recipients, at various stages in their careers, who will each receive £1,000 as well as networking sessions and sessions to monitor their personal development.
The company, which works bilingually in British Sign Language and spoken English, said its vision is a world where deaf people are a valued part of the national theatre landscape and are recognised for the excellence of their work.
We are excited to announce the recipients for our bursary supporting deaf or hard of hearing freelance theatre practitioners and performers today! 20 talented theatre makers will receive £1000 to develop their practise in Spring 2021. Check out the list at https://t.co/npdIAg5AX2pic.twitter.com/vguYNBHVkU