Glastonbury viewers go wild for sign language interpreters getting their groove on as they praise their air guitar skills and impassioned performances

Over the weekend, the audience at Glastonbury enthusiastically appreciated the sign language interpreters moving rhythmically along with several performances.

Each summer, over 50,000 people flock to Worthy Farm in Somerset for a festival that combines music, politics, and artistic expression.

However, it’s not just about flashy stages and round-the-clock festivities; Glastonbury has earned a leading position in promoting inclusivity.

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It’s true that Glastonbury is known for its impressive stage lineups and non-stop parties, but what really sets it apart is its commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

For a long time, attendees at music festivals who are deaf have been able to immerse themselves in the festival experience, all thanks to British Sign Language interpreters. These interpreters don’t just translate the words, but also convey them with enthusiasm and vigor to try and capture the festival’s atmosphere.

This year’s festival featured an additional performance by DeafZone interpreters, who put on a separate show alongside popular artists such as Brandi Carlyle, RAYE, Alanis Morissette, and Burning Spear.

The sign language interpreters have enchanted both in-person and remote viewers during the festival, with a spectator expressing admiration for one artist, “She should receive an Oscar award and a salary increase.

Over the weekend, people expressed their enthusiasm on social media about various British Sign Language (BSL) interpretations, posting comments like: “The Glastonbury sign language interpreter is amazing!” or “The BSL interpreter at Glastonbury gave it her all!”.

Enjoying the sign language interpreters, grooving along with RAYE at Glastonbury 2025, as seen on @raye.

You won’t find a more enjoyable afternoon than experiencing Glastonbury through sign language. However, it barely scratches the surface of what it truly offers.

I’ve been flipping through the TV channels and landed on one that’s broadcasting Glastonbury, specifically the version with a sign language interpreter. She seems to be enjoying it immensely.

One of the best aspects of experiencing Glastonbury on BBC this year has been the sign language interpreters. They’ve been absolutely fantastic! Kudos to everyone involved, their work is truly remarkable!

The individuals skillfully performing sign language during Glastonbury broadcasts are undeniably experts at what they do and true icons in their field… Kudos to them!

’10/10 sign language interpreter vibes for #Glastonbury2025,’;

The spectacle of the woman skillfully performing sign language as if she’s mastering an air guitar at Glastonbury is a sight to behold and makes attending the event worthwhile. What an incredible job!”

Or, in a more casual tone:

“Seeing that woman kill it with her sign language air guitar at Glasto is reason enough to go. What a fantastic gig!

‘Fair play to the sign language chick going mad for Biffy Clyro! Respect,’;

I may not fully understand the experiences of deaf individuals, but the woman signing at Glastonbury’s iPlayer coverage, who was both interpreting the music visually and rocking out, is exceptionally talented. She should receive an Oscar and a raise in pay. Truly remarkable!

I’m really enjoying Glastonbury this year as I usually do, but what truly steals the show for me are the sign language performances! The drumming and air guitar are fantastic additions!

Many people have been able to watch the BSL interpreters at home, thanks to the BBC’s commitment to providing extended coverage of the globally recognized festival.

Some fans were furious during Saturday evening as the BBC’s real-time transmission of the renowned festival abruptly halted during broadcast, replacing their favorite performances with a vacant screen.

On the second evening at Worthy Farm, music enthusiasts eager to enjoy Scissor Sisters and Charli XCX performances from home, were let down as both the BBC TV broadcast and iPlayer experienced a significant technical breakdown.

On The Other Stage, during an eagerly awaited performance, BBC viewers encountered a black screen instead.

As a die-hard fan eagerly anticipating every moment of the Glastonbury live performance on iPlayer, I found myself confronted by an unexpected halt – a disappointing interruption message that read: “Apologies for the disruption, we’re tirelessly working to resolve this issue.

Many took to social media to vent their frustration online, demanding answers and better coverage. 

In order to watch any leftover performances from The Other Stage, viewers who didn’t want to miss out had to quickly switch to the designated stream, fortunate for them as it luckily avoided the technical issue that affected other feeds.

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2025-06-29 21:51