The Sign Language Myth

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    Signed Performance
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Description

Sign language is not universal, there are hundreds of versions used throughout the world. But could there be one common sign language that everyone could understand? International Sign promises to be that language! So is this the answer to global sign communication? How universal is International Sign? Who really uses it? Dr Annelies Kusters (Heriot-Watt University) asks whether the global deaf community needs to be multilingual or is International Sign the answer to communicating throughout the world?

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  • Signed Performance
  • Accessible entry: Inside the venue, there is a steep internal staircase consisting of 20 steps leading to the basement where The Lower Hall space are located. There is alternative wheelchair access from Rose Street North Lane. Seating is level and unfixed within these venues.

    • Wheelchair access type: Temporary Ramp, Lift (Platform Lift)

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

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Signed performances

  • Dates: 9 August, 13 August
  • Interpreter: Annelies Kusters - Integrated into performance
  • Type: BSL
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