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Deaf artists leading the way - theatre, digital, outreach. #deafyouththeatre #deaftalent #deafculture #deaftheatre #deafdigitalart 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 www.solarbear.org.uk
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Education isn’t just about lessons and exams — it’s about how children feel in school.

Young Advisor Elsie’s blog for #InternationalDayOfEducation reflects on why feeling safe and supported matters to ensuring the right to education is realised every day.

Elsie's Blog: bit.ly/3ZxjMqE
Graphic for #InternationalDayOfEducation showing a classroom scene in soft focus behind a cartoon avatar labelled “Elsie.” The Children & Young People’s Commissioner Scotland logo appears in the top right. Large white text reads: “A good teacher listens to us, not just our words, but also our behaviour, which can sometimes say even more.”
January 23, 2026 at 8:13 AM
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Basic Income Network Scotland are holding an interactive discussion on Mon 2 Feb 2026 in Edinburgh to explore what a basic income would mean for artists in Scotland and their creative practice
Basic Income Conversation for Artists in Scotland - YTAS
An interactive discussion to explore what a basic income would mean for artists in Scotland and their creative practice
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January 11, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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Deadline Reminder 🚨

You have until Wednesday at 2pm to apply to our Support Worker position! 🎭

Do you want to support young women, trans & non-binary people aged 12-19 in Fife to make shows, build confidence & have fun?

Head to www.stellarquines.co.uk/work-with-us for more info and to apply 💜
January 12, 2026 at 9:27 AM
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As we begin 2026, we are delighted to announce that Tess Hutchinson and Will Clark have joined the Solar Bear Board.
January 6, 2026 at 11:03 AM
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A huge thank you to the amazing students and staff at St Roch's 💚 It was inspiring to see a new generation of creative talent bringing fresh ideas, energy and imagination to our workshops. ✨ Want to learn more about Deaf Youth Theatre? - email: [email protected]
Three adults are standing outside Saint Roch’s Secondary School, smiling toward the camera. The school’s large sign is visible on the brick building behind them. Sunlight creates a bright vertical flare across the image, adding a warm, candid feel.
December 9, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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Fantastic opportunity
ytartsscot.bsky.social Youth Theatre Arts Scotland @ytartsscot.bsky.social · Nov 23
Applications are open for National Theatre of Scotland's @ntsonline.bsky.social Beyond the Draft, a free programme running 17 Jan – 14 Mar 2026 for six playwrights in Scotland who self-identify as experiencing barriers to access within the theatre sector buff.ly/Dso99Xn (deadline - 3 Dec 2025)
National Theatre of Scotland: Beyond the Draft - YTAS
Beyond the Draft is a free, eight-week programme running 17 Jan - 14 Mar 2026 for six playwrights in Scotland who self-identify as experiencing barriers to
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November 24, 2025 at 8:42 AM
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An exhilarating new gig-theatre drama created by @dundeerep.bsky.social & @thesolarbear.bsky.social, in collaboration with @apawhatson.bsky.social and Traverse Theatre.

📰 Find out more: www.traverse.co.uk/news/the-sin...
The Singer to make world premiere at Traverse Festival 2026
An exhilarating new gig-theatre drama created by Dundee Rep Theatre and Solar Bear, in collaboration with Aberdeen Performing Arts and Traverse Theatre.
www.traverse.co.uk
November 21, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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At Solar Bear, accessibility is at the heart of everything we do. 🌟
We caption all our video content—and whenever possible, we go further by including sign language, captions, and voice-over. Plus, our media hubs provide full transcripts for maximum inclusivity.
Bright gradient background with overlapping speech bubbles in yellow, orange, red, and purple. Bold white text reads: “Captioning Awareness Week 2025.” Smaller text says: “10–16 November #CAW2025.” At the bottom, faint pink text reads: “Celebrating 25 Years.”
November 12, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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Only 5 days to go until the premiere of the Solar Reels films at GMAC. We can’t wait to share these powerful stories with you.
Over the course of just two weeks, our three filmmakers developed, filmed, and edited their short films from the ground up — an incredible achievement.
A warm, intimate scene set in a cozy café with exposed brick walls and soft string lights. Two people sit across from each other at a small round table, holding hands over a simple centerpiece of white flowers in a glass vase. The image is divided into three vertical panels, creating a triptych effect. At the top, the names “Benedetta Zanetti,” “Bea Webster,” and “Petre Dobre” are displayed. At the bottom, bold text reads “THE UNSPOKEN PATH,” accompanied by production credits and the Solar Bear logo.
November 10, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Join us for the Premiere of the Solar Reels films at the Glasgow Media Access Centre. Nov 14 from 6pm to 8pm

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Solar Hub - Solar Reels premiere
Celebrate the premiere of the Solar Reels films at Solar Hub — Q&A with the makers and a chance to network.
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November 3, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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The Euan’s Guide Access Survey is open! 💬

We want to hear from disabled people, friends, families + carers about what’s working - and what’s not - when it comes to accessibility.

Your voice really matters 💪

The survey takes about 30 mins. Help make change happen 👉 buff.ly/877R2du

#Accessibility
A graphic design with a dark teal background and the Euan's Guide Access Survey logo. Text reads 'have your say on disabled access!' and www.EuansGuide.com/AccessSurvey
November 3, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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A massive thank you to Owen Sutcliffefor delivering a brilliant storytelling workshop with Deaf Youth Theatre! ✨

Next week we’re heading to see his play Óran at the @citizenstheatre 🎭

To get involved email – [email protected]
#DeafYouthTheatre #DYT #Storytelling #CitizensTheatre
A group of four people sit in a semi-circle on black chairs in a theatre-style room with dark walls. They appear relaxed and engaged in conversation. The person on the left is gesturing with both hands while speaking, holding a blue notebook. The second person sits casually with legs crossed, smiling. The third person playfully reaches an arm toward them, also smiling. The fourth person sits comfortably with legs crossed, watching the interaction. The room has two small high windows and minimal decor.
October 29, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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🎬 Exciting news! The 3 short films created during our Solar Reels Film School are almost ready to share with the world — we’re just adding the finishing touch: captions! 💬✨
Image: The top section is yellow with blue text reading “The Conversation,” overlaid on an image of a tree and a pedestrian bridge. The middle section is purple with a large TV showing static, and the word “STATIC” in bold white letters across it. The bottom section is blue, showing a person’s hands on a café table with a coffee cup and flowers, with yellow text reading “The Unspoken Path.”
October 22, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Essential reading from The Herald’s theatre critic Neil Cooper on the escalating crisis at Cumbernauld Theatre & why its disappearance from the cultural landscape would be “devastating” given its “rich artistic history.” @cnauldtheatre.bsky.social
brianjaffa.bsky.social Brian Ferguson @brianjaffa.bsky.social · Oct 20
Exclusive: Elaine C Smith, Alan Cumming, Forbes Masson, Blythe Duff & Colin McCredie back campaign to save Cumbernauld Theatre from closure as more than 40 jobs hang in the balance.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2555233...
October 20, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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thestage.co.uk
ICYMI: Three-quarters of jobs secured by creatives in the past 18 months have been thanks to a friend or contact, according to figures from BECTU.

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Majority of creative jobs go to contacts in 'closed' process - BECTU
Three-quarters of jobs secured by creatives in the past 18 months have been thanks to a friend or contact, according to figures from BECTU
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October 18, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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✨ Stepping into Technicolour ✨
This week we took a big step forward with a work-in-development sharing at the RCS. Thank you to everyone who came along and for the generous feedback – it means the world 💛
Two performers sit at a small table on a dark stage, each with a suitcase beside them, as the audience watches. A lively post-show discussion with performers and creatives seated on stage, facing an engaged audience. A wide shot from above showing a full audience and panel discussion on stage. Close-up of two performers at a table with suitcases, mid-performance under bright stage lights.
October 1, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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🐻 No real bears at our stand (sorry!) — but even better… the brilliant Jamie Rea and Klarissa Webster will be at the Solar Bear Freshers Fair stand @rcsofficial.bsky.social They’ll be sharing all the amazing things Solar Bear does and the many ways students can get involved.
September 10, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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A big thank you to We Are Crew HQ for hosting a fantastic Careers Day.

We:

🎭 Joined workshops in Costume, Production Design & SFX
💡 Heard from trainees about career pathways into the industry
🎥 Watched The Conjuring followed by a Q&A with HODs

A brilliant mix of insight, learning and networking
A person smiling and pointing up at a large vintage King Kong movie poster hanging on a patterned wall. A sign for The Conjuring: Last Rites displayed against a bright pink wall, with plants and decorations in the background. Four Solar Reels graduates standing together indoors, smiling at the camera in front of a chandelier and colourful wall designs. A group selfie outdoors in a courtyard with fairy lights and plants. Four Solar Reels graduates and a staff member smile happily at the camera.
September 9, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Do you want to inspire early-career writers and help craft new, cutting-edge theatre? Apply to be Lead Artist in Scottish Youth Theatre’s Trajectories New Writers, their latest early-career artist development programme buff.ly/C3fhoQ2 (deadline - 10 Sep 2025)
September 8, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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This online event brings together arts organisations, producers, and Scotland’s deaf talent 💡 Expect a short but packed session full of ideas, creative possibilities, and practical tips. Creative Scotland
🔗 Sign up via Eventbrite - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1317202170...
Poster for Solar Bear Connects. The background is pink with circular patterns. At the top, text reads: “Solar Bear Connects – Fostering artistic connections with Scotland’s deaf talent.” A QR code is displayed on the right-hand side. Below, white text reads: “Free online event, Wed 24th Sept, 1.00 – 2.30pm.” At the bottom, there is a photo of five people standing in a circle, smiling and connecting with a piece of string. Text overlay reads: “Sign up on Eventbrite.” Logos for Creative Scotland and Solar Bear appear in the bottom-right corner.
September 5, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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✨ STEPPING INTO TECHNICOLOUR ✨

Over 2 weeks — a film about life, being deaf, queerness, politics, family, and dreams… all set on a train 🚆

We shared a glimpse of the performance with a small audience — and it’s no exaggeration to say they were blown away. 💥
Image 4 Two performers sit at a table, both wearing blue beanies and denim jackets. They look outward with expressive faces, while rehearsal notes, props, and snacks are scattered across tables in the foreground.
September 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Applications are open for Capital Theatres' First Steps, a fully supported R&D residency created especially for early career theatre-makers in Scotland buff.ly/EMnbfBL (deadline - 12 Sep 2025)
Capital Theatres: Open to Ideas - First Steps Residency - YTAS
A new residency, as part of Capital Theatres' Open to Ideas programme. Specifically for early-career theatremakers, the offer includes five days space, two
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September 1, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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✨ Your Deaf Youth Theatre Team 2024–25 ✨
Craig McCulloch & Benny Zanetti
Are you Deaf / CODA / Hard of Hearing / Deafblind aged 11–21? 🎭 Come and get involved!

📩 To find out more, email: [email protected]
Two smiling people stand together in front of a blue background under a graphic spotlight. The text above them reads: “Deaf Youth Theatre Co-Directors, 2024/25.” On the left is Craig McCulloch, wearing glasses and a navy blue jumper. On the right is Benny Zanetti, wearing a black top with denim overalls. Labels in coloured boxes identify them: “Craig McCulloch” in red and “Benny Zanetti” in blue. In the top left corner, the Deaf Youth Theatre (DYT) logo is visible.
August 27, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Meet this New Scot, Vladyslav Shopynskyi. Forced to flee his home in Ukraine after Russia's invasion, he is now a UK chess champion at just 7 years old🏆👏

Read his story: www.thenational.scot/news/world/2...
August 27, 2025 at 7:07 AM