Event Categories: Dance

An evening of physical performance with Kristin McGuire and Nikki Rummer

Absolutely Cultured is proud to present an evening of physical performance in partnership with the University of Hull at The Donald Roy Theatre, The Gulbenkian Centre.

The event is part of a series of pilots over the next year, which aim to offer more opportunities to experience dance and physical performance in Hull.

Acting as a double bill, each evening features two shows; “Triptych” by Hull-based artist Kristin McGuire and “Unbroken” by Nikki Rummer, one half of duo Nikki & JD.

“Triptych” is a series of three short choreographies that explore pole dance as an art form, which requires a great deal of sensuality, physical strength, balletic elegance and gymnastic grace. The performance incorporates mapped projections that evolve as the dance progresses across the performance area.

This piece is performed by Kristin McGuire whose professional dance career spans more than 20 years of performing and choreographing for an eclectic range of international dance and theatre companies, including Cirque du Soleil and Mark Bruce Company

“Unbroken” is the debut solo performance by physical theatre and circus artist, Nikki Rummer, on tour in autumn 2021 and spring 2022. One bittersweet Christmas, three generations of the Rummer family are summoned home for one last gathering. Combining her talent for storytelling and her unique movement language inspired by her acrobatics, gymnastics and capoeira practice, Rummer tells a very personal story with universal resonance.

LORD OF THE DANCE – 25 YEARS OF STANDING OVATIONS

Since its premiere, 25 years ago Michael Flatley’s Lord Of the Dance has become the most successful touring production in entertainment history. Visiting more than 1,000 venues worldwide and having been seen by over 60 million people, in 60 different countries and on every continent, making it one of the most popular dance productions in the world.

Dazzling audiences around the globe with its unique combination of high-energy Irish dancing, original music, storytelling and sensuality. The beloved Irish dance show transcends culture and language, soaring into the soul on astounding aerial moves, unparalleled precision dancing and state-of-the art theatrical effects.

Much of the secret to its phenomenal success is that it speaks to all, crossing boundaries of age, gender and cultural diversity. It’s timeless, universal appeal has made Lord of the Dance one of the modern day wonders of the world, a myth to a living legend.

Johannes Radebe

A must for Strictly fans! The fantastic talents of Johannes Radebe, live on stage.

TV dancing sensation and international champion Johannes Radebe is thrilled his first UK Tour is visiting Hull City Hall.

Johannes Radebe: Freedom is a celebration of music and dance, from African fusion to fiery Latin, classic dance arrangements and huge party anthems, with a company of exciting dancers.

Johannes will take the audience on his personal journey, from growing up in South Africa, to travelling the world, winning titles and starring in Strictly Come Dancing.

Strictly Come Dancing The Professionals

Strictly Come Dancing – The Professionals will return to the Bonus Arena, Hull for brand new show in 2022.

The pro dancer line-up for this tour will be announced later this year.

 

Riverdance: 25th Anniversary

RIVERDANCE 25 ANNIVERSARY SHOW

A powerful and stirring reinvention of this beloved family favourite, celebrated the world over for its Grammy Award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance.

Twenty-five years on, composer Bill Whelan has rerecorded his mesmerising soundtrack while producer Moya Doherty and director John McColgan have completely reimagined the ground-breaking show with innovative and spectacular lighting, projection, stage and costume designs.

The Riverdance 25th Anniversary show catapults Riverdance into the 21st century and will completely immerse you in the extraordinary and elemental power of its music and dance.  Twenty-five years on, both new and devoted fans of all ages will once again fall in love with the magic of Riverdance – the original, the best.

Coming to a venue near you, book your tickets for this worldwide phenomenon now!

Please note – this is a 4pm matinee show.

Princess Sing-A-Long & Superhero Skills Picnic

Enter our enchanted North Garden behind our Great Hall and join your favourite princesses & superheroes for a few hours of fun-filled songs, dancing, games & new skills!

We’re encouraging you all to dress up and join in the fun.

Choose your preferred time slot and make the most of the two hours with the princesses & superheroes. Photo opportunities will be available (socially distanced).

Your tickets will also include Grounds admission should you want to explore or relax before or afterwards. Please, feel free to bring your own blankets and chairs for the North Garden.

Feel free to bring your own picnic and enjoy it at your leisure. However, Stables Kitchen will also be on hand to provide food and refreshments.

Time slots:

10:30am-12:30pm

1:30pm-3:30pm

(Under 12 months free of charge)

Princesses: 

Mermaid Princess

Beauty Princess

Long-haired Princess

Glass Slipper Princess

Superheroes:

Iron Hero

Spider Hero

American Captain Hero

Super Girl Hero

OTI MABUSE : I AM HERE

This is a rescheduled show. Original tickets remain valid.

Strictly Come Dancing and The Greatest Dancer reigning champion Oti Mabuse creates a show like no other.

Prepare for a night of electrifying choreography as Oti is joined by some of the world’s greatest dancers and the West End’s finest singers and musicians.

OTI MABUSE – I AM HERE is a whirlwind celebration of the influences and inspirations that took her on a journey from growing up in South Africa to following her dream. From mesmerising Jives and pumping Sambas to South Africa’s exhilarating Kwaito, this is an explosive night of dance and music that will set your heart racing.

Meet and greet tickets also available.

Anton & Erin

ANTON & ERIN: SHOWTIME

This show is rescheduled from 9th March 2021 – tickets remain valid

Join the nation’s favourite ballroom couple on their brand new tour.

SHOWTIME is a glittering celebration that pays tribute to some of the world’s greatest icons of entertainment as Anton & Erin present world-class dance inspired by classic performers including, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Charlie Chaplin, Shirley Bassey, Tom Jones, Liza Minelli, Elton John and more.

With stunning costumes, fabulous live vocals, a high-energy West End dance ensemble and a sensational 23-piece orchestra.

Get ready for Anton & Erin … It’s SHOWTIME!

Diversity- Connected Tour

Dance group Diversity are set to the return to the Bonus Arena, Hull on Saturday 3rd April 2022 for a matinee performance.

After a sold out show in 2019, the group will be bringing their new tour ‘Connected’ to Hull, the show which centres around the world of social media, the internet, and the digital era we now live in, but more importantly how this connects us all.

Creator and choreographer Ashley Banjo said of the forthcoming tour, “Every year that goes by, and every time we get to create a new touring show, I cannot believe we are still lucky enough to get to do this. But even after all this time, we are still growing, and this new decade and new chapter for Diversity is sure to be something even more special than the last. I truly do believe that we are all connected in mores ways than one and I cannot wait to bring this to life on stage”

Last year marked 10 years since Diversity took the nation by storm when they won the third series of Britain’s Got Talent. Over the past 10 years thanks to the overwhelming support of their fans and the British public they have continued to wow audiences around the world with their innovative live tours and performances. They celebrated this incredible achievement with a critically acclaimed sell out 48 show UK tour, Born Ready.

Spirit Of The Dance

SPIRIT OF THE DANCE

The International smash hit “Spirit of the Dance” celebrates

21 fabulous years as one of the most successful dance shows ever and now their new spine tingling anniversary show is touring the world.

Seen by more than 20 million people worldwide, the blockbuster hit show is Irish in origin and bursting with raw energy. One of the most exciting dance shows ever, this high octane extravaganza takes dance to the next level, in an explosive fusion of heart pounding Irish Dance combined with dance styles from round the world.

Scottish, Flamenco, Latin, Salsa, Street Dance, Hip Hop, Techno, Can Can and American Tap are all set to the same dynamic rhythms as the heart pounding thunder of Irish dance. This spectacular show takes you round the globe with the spellbinding world of dance.

The breathtaking Dancers in Spirit of the Dance sound like a runaway express train and their frenzied skill and military precision sends shivers down your spine. Not one Irish dance shoe steps out of line as their thunderous feet perform as one, with an excitement that leaves audiences screaming for more. This dance spectacular has brilliant lighting, dazzling costumes and breathtaking choreography. With thunderous applause, standing ovations and sold out crowds at every performance “Spirit of the Dance” is one of the greatest dance shows ever.

Tango Fire

TANGO FIRE

The phenomenal, award-winning Tango Fire returns to the UK direct due to incredible popular demand.

Starring internationally renowned Argentinean tango superstars German Cornejo and Gisela Galeassi, who are joined by a cast of extraordinary tango dancers, including World Tango champions, this is a fiery and explosive journey through the history of authentic Argentine Tango.

Six incredible couples show off some of the speediest footwork and tightest twirling in the business while demonstrating their individual styles, accompanied by the astonishing Tango Fuego Quartet, playing live music on stage from tango’s most famous composers, including Piazzolla, Pugliese and Gardel. This is a sizzling, sensual show guaranteed to make pulses race.

Joined Up Dance BBC

JoinedUp Dance Company

Since 2017, JoinedUp Dance Company have been working with some of the most distinguished poets in the UK to produce rich visual experiences as part of BBC Contains Strong Language.

This year a TRIO of performances will be held that use contemporary dance, projection, text and costume to provide an immersive experience for the audience.

These pieces of work are ‘The Tide of Humber’ based on Imtiaz Dharker’s specially-commissioned poem; ‘Still’ based on Poet Laureate Simon Armitage’s collection commissioned by 1418 Now; and a new piece, ‘Pas de Deux’, based on Scottish Makar Jackie Kay’s poem of the same name.

Readings by Imtiaz Dharker, Simon Armitage and Jackie Kay will be included

RUNNING TIME: 1 hour
LOCATION: Hull College, The Horncastle Building, Charlotte Street, Hull, HU1 3DG
WARNINGS: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult
ACCESS: If you have any access provision requirements, please contact editor@wreckingballpress.com in advance of the event but please book your ticket first.

Anton & Erin

Dance Stars Anton & Erin Tour

Anton & Erin, the nation’s favourite ballroom stars, are back with their brand-new show as they Dance Those Magical Movies live at the Bonus Arena on 13 March 2020.

With sensational choreography set to music that made it big on the silver screen, expect a Hollywood red carpet premiere performance from the UK’s leading dance stars.

Anton du Beke, is a British ballroom dancer, singer and television presenter, best known as a professional dancer on the BBC One celebrity dancing show, Strictly Come Dancing, since the show began in 2004. His professional dance partner since 1997 has been Erin Boag.

Anton has appeared on every series of Strictly, partnering with the likes of Judy Murray, Esther Rantzen, Anne Widdicombe and Katie Derham.

Thrilling live vocals from TV favourite Lance Ellington, a spectacular dance ensemble and a stunning 23-piece orchestra led by conductor Richard Balcombe complete the showstopping line up for this fabulous 2020 tour.

NEW MUSIC BIENNIAL: Klein – Osanle

A brand new drama and dance piece by London-based musician Klein, Osanle explores the iconography of ballet through the eyes of three teenage boys as they discover the art for the first time.

Composer and playwright Klein is an artist who’s neoteric vision has seen her quickly become one of the UK’s most intriguing and unpinnable producers and performers. She uses collage techniques to assemble recordings of her own vocals and instrumentation into unique soundscapes, with references ranging from Mythology to Pavarotti and the very ideology of the defunct TV network, ‘Trouble’.

Osanle is written, directed and composed by Klein, and choreographed by Klein and Scout Creswick. Original Music is performed by Klein. Costume by Tania Daniel. Set design by Club Couture and Overt Corporation.

This event has unreserved seating.

NEW MUSIC BIENNIAL: TICKETS

You won’t receive a physical ticket for PRS Foundation’s New Music Biennial events, instead you will receive an e-ticket.

There is one ticket for each member of your party. In an effort to reduce paper waste we encourage you to download and show the ticket/s on your mobile device. If you are unable to do so please print off a copy of each ticket and show it at the venue to be scanned.

If you do not have access to a printer, or mobile phone, you can pop into the Hull Truck Theatre Box Office where staff will be happy to print a copy off for you. This service is only available during Hull Truck Theatre’s Box Office opening hours; Mon – Sat, 10am – 5.30pm (open later on show nights). Alternatively we charge £1 for printing and postage of e-tickets.

Please note, this event is free but ticketed. Tickets do not guarantee entry and admission is on a first-come-first-served basis for those with tickets. Please ensure you arrive promptly to avoid disappointment.

ON THE DOOR TICKETS

Tickets are available to from Hull Truck Theatre up until 2hrs before the event. Please bear in mind that if you are not able to receive e-tickets, on a mobile device, the theatre does not open until 10am for you to collect physical printed tickets.

After this time, if the event is not sold out, you may be able to obtain tickets on the door. To check availability please contact team@absolutelycultured.co.uk, follow Absolutely Cultured on social media or ask one of our friendly City of Culture volunteers at each venue.