Cypher Film Screening
Online premiere - 7pm on Thursday 31st July

A bold and experimental package of short films created as part of Jumped Up Theatre’s  Cypher  project, this collection showcases the creative outcomes of a unique collaboration between spoken word artists and movement artists. Over a period of intensive workshops in August 2024 these artists came together to explore the intersections between language and dance, testing boundaries, challenging form, and discovering new ways to communicate through the synergy of voice and body.  

Rather than polished performances, these films intentionally capture works in progress. The result is a series of dynamic, emotionally resonant pieces that reflect the energy of the collaborative process.  


Featuring artists: Charley Genever, Sonny Nwachukwu, Monisha Roberts, Michael Riccardi, Faith Falayi, Jenna Unwin, Papiya Ganguly, Emily Abdeni-Holman, Malika Speaks, and Tim Casson. 

Produced by Jumped Up Theatre 

Filmed by Red 7 Productions 

Funded by Arts Council England 

I’ve truly had the best time creating, exploring, learning and networking. The project gave me loads of joy and plenty of inspiration!
— Malika Speaks

The making of Cypher


Discover the Films

Please note: these films contain strong language, recommended age 12+ 

Films will be released here on the 1st of August 2025.

Sonny Nwachukwu and Charley Genever

Papiya Ganguly & Emily Abdeni-Holman

Tim Casson & Malika Speaks

Monisha Roberts & Michael Riccardi (Mixy)

Jenna Unwin and Faith Falayi

 
Cypher was really brilliant and such a great idea and experience! I’m really glad I was able to be involved.
— Faith Falayi


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