PAST PROJECTS
UnHeard
Every Friday from 3rd May, 10 - 12pm
(May 3, 10, 17, 24 | June 7, 14, 21, 28 | July 5)
John Lewis Community Hub,
Leeds LS2 7AR (4th Floor)
Description
“Unheard” is a pioneering British Sign Language movement/dance project fostering collaboration between individuals who are deaf and those who are not, integrating personal narratives into movement to promote mental and physical well-being.
With this project, our artistic director Zoobin Surty has been awarded THE JOHN HODGSON THEATRE RESEARCH TRUST AWARD WINNERS 2024 .
"This incredible news has sparked my soul. I am thrilled to embark on my exploration of how BSL can become an effective and wholesome part of performance. It’s heartening to know that the JHTRT have placed their trust in my vision and research. I am confident that this project will not only enrich our understanding of BSL in performance but also contribute to fostering inclusivity and accessibility within the arts community."
~ Artistic Director, Zoobin Surty Karma Dance
16th June | 12:30 -14:30
Community Health & Wellbeing Hub
Reginald Terrace
Leeds
LS7 3EZ
Refugee Week 16- 22 June 2025
Movements & Messages: Cultural Dance &
Language Exchange
Description
An inclusive workshop bringing together diverse communities through movement, cultural dance and shared language, celebrating Refugee Week 2025
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A movement and cultural dance workshop led by Zoobin Surty, incorporating rhythms and gestures (seated or standing) to world music
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Including rhythm claps or steps from different traditions, for example, African hand rhythms, South Asian mudras, Caribbean sway
Our Power
31st May 2025
Leeds Minster: LS2 7DJ
We were delighted to host a community event celebrating climate action and resilience through art and dance, featuring an exhibition and fashion show by older adults from Leeds, performances integrating British Sign Language with dance, and a lively Bollywood finale—all designed to uplift and support our community’s well-being.
Mind & Movement
These FREE movement/dance workshops enabled participants to express and experience mind and body movements that supported positive mental health.
The workshop took place on the Middle floor studios and comprised a warm-up session, mind exercises, physical movement activities, storytelling, and opportunities for participants to build friendships and social connections.
Mental Health & Dance/Movment Workshop
Mondays at Hoot
Hoot Creative Arts, Huddersfield
These FREE movement/dance workshop enabled the participant to express and experience mind and body movements leading to positive mental health. The workshops comprised of: a warm up, mind exercises, physical movements, story telling and
creating friendships.
