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Deaf Dancers Feel the Beat in Burkina Faso
14 Sep
Summary
- Vibra-Signe technique blends vibrations, gestures, and sign language.
- Yaya Sanou founded the Fientan Company for deaf and hard-of-hearing dancers.
- Fientan Company won gold at the 2023 Francophonie Games.
The Fientan Company in Burkina Faso is revolutionizing dance with Vibra-Signe, a technique created by Yaya Sanou. This innovative method enables deaf and hard-of-hearing dancers to connect with rhythm through vibrations, gestures, and sign language, bypassing the need for hearing. Sanou, driven by a desire to provide artistic opportunities, established the company in 2019.
The company's dedication led to a triumphant gold medal win in the creative dance event at the 9th Francophonie Games in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2023. This achievement underscores the power of Vibra-Signe and the exceptional talent of its performers.
Sanou's work extends to his nonprofit, Art au-Delà du Handicap, promoting inclusion for various disabilities. His efforts have earned him state decorations and recognition as a Living Human Treasure, celebrating his contributions to cultural heritage.
