Event Categories: Dance

Univers

Univers is a poetic sensory experience based on visual imagery and live music. A space to explore how even the smallest and seemingly most insignificant thing can change everything in the most unexpected way. A space where we can share the experience of our vulnerability and the ability to adapt to new situations. A unique and unrepeatable experience that is built and rebuilt over and over again, creating an evocative and immersive journey.

This show is aimed at babies and children 0-2 years. All babies, children and adults require a ticket for entry.

Let’s Dance 2024

🌟 Get ready to be amazed at “Let’s Dance” – a spectacular showcase of our dancers’ hard work and creativity since September! 🌟

Join us on July 19th at 7:30 PM for an unforgettable evening featuring performances by our fitness class, intermediate students, junior students, and some of our private lesson stars. Watch as they bring new styles to life, demonstrating their passion and dedication. 🎟️
Don’t miss out – secure your tickets now and support our incredible dancers! See you there! #LetsDance #DanceShow #SupportTheArts

Everybody Dance with Claire Richards

Join Steps superstar, Claire Richards, for the ultimate disco party.

This brand-new sparkling concert tour features the greatest dance and disco hits of all time. From Donna Summer to Dua Lipa, Beyonce, Chic, The Weekend, Chaka Kahn, Daft Punk, Whitney, Cher, ABBA and many more. Sing, dance and party with our sensational company of dynamic dancers, dazzling vocalists and pop royalty, Claire Richards.

The intoxicating combination of Claire’s powerhouse vocals and a dynamic cocktail of dance styles including salsa, mambo, jazz, hip hop and even rollerskating. This show is set to rival the moves of MJ, Britney and even John Travolta with hits spanning 70s, 80s, 90s and beyond.

Iconic songs include ‘I Will Survive’, ‘Don’t Start Now’ ‘You Should Be Dancing’, ‘Le Freak’, ‘Lady Marmalade’, ‘Everybody’s Free’, ‘On The Radio’ ‘Everybody’s Free’ On the Radio’ Could It Be Magic’, ‘So Emotional’, ‘What A Feeling’, and more

It’s time to put on your sequins and experience a night of glamour, sensational vocals, and powerhouse hits – get ready for Everybody Dance!

Qudus Onikeku / The QDance Company

Nigerias ‘celebrated QDance Company explode onto the stage with their exuberant Re:INCARNATION.

An ode to the riches of Nigerian culture, this dance, music, fashion and visual art fusion mixes ancient Yoruba philosophy with the rhythm and spirit of the country’s hyper-vibrant youth culture, bursting with pure and uncompromising joy.

Ten young dancers and two musicians perform the cycle of life with explosive energy, marked by the urban chaos of the Nigerian city of Lagos.

Paying homage to the wealth and profusion of Nigerian music, the show draws on Afrobeats, born
of an explosive cocktail of jazz, soul, funk, and traditional African music. In this mix of urban cultures, a reincarnation of the personal journeys of each of the dancers comes to the fore, marked by their individual signatures.

“A tremendous piece. The QDance Company’s ten dancers and two musicians command the stage with Broadway-like showmanship.” MONTREAL RAMPAGE

Free post show Q&A on opening night
Age guidance: 12+ (some partial nudity and brief sexual content)

Discover Dance: Speakeasy featuring Karen Hauer & Gorka Maquez

Strictly Come Dancing professionals Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez are thrilled to bring their all-new show Speakeasy to Hull in 2025.

Expect exhilarating live music and breath-taking choreography with Karen and Gorka’s newest offering, which unlocks the door to an undercover world of elegance and iconic dance flavours.

From the clandestine New York Speakeasy to the sultry Havana dance floors and from the Burlesque Cabaret Clubs of the mid 1900’s to the glittering mirror balls of Studio 54, Speakeasy will be a delicious dance experience.

Mamba, Salsa, Charleston, Foxtrot and Samba the night away with this electrifying cast of world-class dancers, vocalists and musicians.

 

Black Umfolosi

Black Umfolosi performances are inspired by the traditional song and dance of their native southern Africa, with a beauty and enthusiasm that is unrivalled.

Their performances are energy driven and completely engaging, mixing a great gentleness of spirit and song with an exuberance in dance. Their trademark harmonies mixed with intricate rhythms, clicking and clapping are highlighted during their brilliantly choreographed shows with a full range of movements from subtle to vibrant stomping and leaping!

Their famous Gumboot Dances showcase the traditional styles and rituals of the South African mining regions and are a particular crowd pleaser.

The group formed in 1982 in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, naming themselves after the Umfolozi Omnyama River –an area to which their ancestors can be traced to.

Arguably Zimbabwe’s greatest ambassadors, the group have toured the UK many times building up a lasting relationship with venues and their fans.

After a gap of 14 years since they last performed in Beverley the group are looking forward to engaging once again with people of all ages and cultures, many of whom are still their friends. They have a natural ability to communicate passion and feeling in their spectacular performances that thrill audiences worldwide.

Coming of Age A Dance Collection

Excitement for both little ones and grown ups!

Performance times 11:00-11:30, 11:45-12:15, 12:45-13:15, 13:30-14:00

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Riverdance

Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.

The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe.

To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour in 2025, bringing its magic to audiences around the world.

This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics.

And for the first time Riverdance welcomes ‘The New Generation’ of performers, all of whom were not born when the show began 30 years ago.

Do not miss your chance to see the global cultural sensation and book your tickets now!

The Street Dance Experience

Step into the world of Street dance!! Streetstars dance studio brings you this energetic and lively production of non stop hip hop and commercial dance!

Local, award winning dance school, Streetstars, are bringing their annual production to Hull Truck Theatre for one day and night only.

Watch as the students showcase their dance talents, and be captivated by all the thrills and visuals of a live performance!

Created by studio owner Roxanne Cooper, with choreography by Roxanne Cooper, Lauryn Fawcett, Alice Malton, and Tia Gardiner

Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers: In Time

Join the celebration of Mugenkyo’s landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big beats, visual treats, and vital energy.

Taking the audience on a journey ‘in time’, a thrilling ride through their 30 years, the concert is a full theatrical experience, with dynamic choreography and heart-pounding rhythms contrasting with atmospheric soundscapes.

As Europe’s longest-established taiko group, Mugenkyo are widely recognised as the ground-breaking pioneers of this exciting art-form, thrilling audiences at thousands of performances worldwide, now returning with their first major UK tour in almost five years.

In the meantime, Mugenkyo have been busy on projects such as collaborating on the ambitious ‘World of Gods’ with the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra, filming for the Hollywood film ‘Tin Soldier’ in Greece with Jamie Foxx and Robert DeNiro, a two-week run at the World Expo in Dubai, the BBC TV Tokyo Olympics, a 26-date run at the Adelaide Fringe, the ‘Fire & Light’ site-specific project, regular online workshops & performances, along with rebuilding their purpose-built residential studio.

In 2024 they return to the road with an electrifying and uplifting performance of skill, stamina and soul, just ‘in time’ for this special Birthday Bash! Don’t miss it!

Love Yourself Cabaret by Hull University Pole & Aerial Society

Love Yourself Cabaret by Hull University Pole & Aerial Society.

Indulge in an enchanting evening at our Valentine’s Cabaret Show! Join us for a night that celebrates love in all its forms, featuring dazzling performances from our wonderful society members. Whether you’re sharing the experience with a special someone or reveling in the joy of self-love, secure your tickets for an evening filled with glamour and laughter. Don’t miss out on this unique Valentine’s experience!

Plus as an extra bonus if you want to continue partying after the event has finished keep your O’Rileys wristband on to get free entry to Welly Club’s famous Thursday night, just a minute or two walk away from the venue

The Big Malarkey Festival 2025

The Big Malarkey Festival is Hull’s first ever children’s literature festival, brought to you by Hull Libraries and funded by the James Reckitt Library Trust and Arts Council England.

The Big Malarkey Festival is a celebration of children’s literature for everyone aged 0 – 16 years.

Four days of activities for schools (23-26 June) and a glorious weekend of fun for families (28-29 June) brought to you by Hull Libraries.

The Festival includes amazing artists, authors, illustrators, performers, poets, writers, musicians, makers, dancers and dreamers!

More details coming soon.

Back to Ours & Friends At Willows

Join us for a night in the Willows with some of our favourite stars!

Friday, 2 February
Willows Social Club, 697 Holderness Rd, Hull, HU8 9AN
Tickets £5 per person

Cris Quammie’s Soul Sensation
Beebi Del as Dolly Parton
Grim Visions Fire & Theatre
+ other guests

Don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes!

Useful Info:

This event is for 18+ only.
Parking is available at Willows Club.
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Essential companions and carers supporting an attendee during the event are eligible for a complimentary ticket; please email team@backtoours.co.uk to arrange.

Million Dollar Men

It’s raining men and you’re all going to be shouting Hallelujah! by the end of the night.

This powerful show has everything you need for the ultimate ladies night out.

Great dancing, fun interaction and all the action of the smash hit film Magic Mike!

Diasporas Now

Performance art platform Diasporas Now announces the next stop of their 2023-2024 U.K. tour at Humber Street Gallery in Hull.

The line-up includes features performances by artists of colour Nadeem Din-Gabisi, Sattva, Bakani Pick-Up Company, Gisou Golshani, James Jordan Johnson, DJ Winggold, Collectif Echoes spanning performance art, dance, live music, and DJ sets embodying themes of ancestral land, sea and liberation.

The Diasporas Now U.K. Tour 2023-2024 is supported by the Arts Council England National Lottery Project Grant.