Birds is inspired by the Aristophanes’ play, a comedy, where all the world’s birds create a new city in the sky. Lithuania’s dance theatre company Okarukas bring their unique style of contemporary dance enriched by butoh and create an exciting site-specific work in Hull.
An Chéad Damhsa – Drop In Performance
One Last Dance – An Chéad Damhsa is a perambulating dance between Guildford (Rita’s home in the UK as an Erasmus student in 1994) and Cloughjordan (the rural Irish village where she moved post-Brexit). On her journey, Rita walked, danced and stayed with other EU citizens including some from Hull. In this drop-in event, Rita shares the stories of her collaborators and the dances they made together.
Hull’s only Contemporary Dance Festival -Transgressions is back!
Leading companies from Lithuania join UK based dance artists for a weekend of performances in unusual spaces.
Developed in partnership with the Lithuanian Culture Institute, Transgressions asks the questions; how do people with dual-cultural heritage or, who are newly arrived in a country, use dance to find their identity as individuals and artists?
A mixture of free and paid dance events taking place across the City
10 May SMUDGE 66-68 Humber Street
11 May ONE LAST DANCE 66-68 Humber Street
11 May BIRDS George Street Car Park
11 May WORKSHOP 66-68 Humber Street
11 May KAYA Trinity Market Hall
11 May GOOF-OFF Hull New Theatre Lounge Bar
11 May I WISH TO BE THE BLOSSOM A FERN Ferens Studio
12 May WORKSHOP State of the Arts Academy Studio High Street
12 May LUMI – IN THE HEART OF LIGHT
12 May ROSETTA 66-68 Humber Street
We want people to watch dance, talk dance, love dance.
Watch Aljaž Škorjanec, Giovanni Pernice and Gorka Marquez, giants of the ballroom and Latin world, battle it out on the dance floor when they visit the Bonus Arena, Hull on 17th July 2019.
They are here to impress, willing us to cheer them on, as they go head to head in a dance-off! Battling each other every night, in Latin, Ballroom, commercial and contemporary! They need you to decide who the champion is.
DJ’s will select the tracks, and spin the decks, whilst the boys will show you why they are the true heavyweights of dance.
Watch Aljaž Škorjanec, Giovanni Pernice and Gorka Marquez, giants of the ballroom and Latin world, battle it out on the dance floor when they visit the Bonus Arena, Hull.
They are here to impress, willing us to cheer them on, as they go head to head in a dance-off! Battling each other every night, in Latin, Ballroom, commercial and contemporary! They need you to decide who the champion is.
DJ’s will select the tracks, and spin the decks, whilst the boys will show you why they are the true heavyweights of dance.
FEATURING THE LINDY HOP DANCE COMPANY
& THE HARRY STRUTTERS HOT RHYTHM ORCHESTRA
Take a step back into 1920s & ’30s New York City and through the doors of Harlem’s hottest nightclub, ‘The Cotton Club’!
‘Swinging at The Cotton Club’ is the action-packed show celebrating the music and dance of the Cotton Club – New York’s most celebrated nightclub of the 1920s and ‘30s.
Performances by Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Fats Waller would have had the club swinging – whilst dancers such as Bojangles Robinson and the Nicholas Brothers lit-up the stage with their breathtaking routines.
In this show, the exhilarating dance and music of the Cotton Club is recreated by the fabulous Lindy Hop Dance Company, alongside The Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra, featuring American vocalist Marlene Hill and compere/vocalist Megs Etherington.
An all new show ‘Here Come The Girls’ brings an exciting mix of individual performances and group numbers with their supporting dance partners. The show will have a mix of Ballroom and Latin routines and has been choreographed by Patrick Helm, this show promises to be a fresh and innovative with amazing routines to dazzle and wow you. Patrick will also perform on the show with Dianne!
Dianne Buswell and Amy Dowden have established themselves on the hit BBC show Strictly Come Dancing and Chloe Hewitt also joins the cast of pro girls to make it the first Girls tour.
This is one show not to miss! There is a meet and greet opportunity pre show to meet the Pro dancers, so don’t miss the limited opportunity for one of these
IETM Hull 2019 Artistic Programme:
The renowned company of disabled and non-disabled dancers continue to offer profound, boundary-pushing experiences in its latest double bill, Face In by Yasmeen Godder and Let’s Talk About Disby Hetain Patel.
The performance on Friday 29 March, will be followed by a Q&A with the artists.
IETM Hull 2019 Artistic Programme
In a bedazzling mix of comedy, theatre and dance, Shane Shambhu reveals his journey from a ‘fat kid’ in the cultural melting pot of East London to international performer. Told through a fresh and captivating blend of comedy, impeccable characterisations and mesmerising dance, he rips up ideas of race, language and culture, re-imagining them to leave you with gestures of hope.
The performance will be followed by a Q&A with the artist.
IETM Hull 2019 Artistic Programme:
Are you a chicken or are you a heroine? In the wake of #MeToo comes a funny and furious show from Ella Mesma Company.
Fusing dynamic hip hop with the tempestuous and sexually charged Rumba, Ladylike is a new piece of dance theatre which takes a fierce, frank and funny look at the potential and the limitations of gender roles in today’s society.
Based on interviews with young women and female hip hop and Latin dancers, Ella Mesma Company has created a new ritual for women to explore pleasure, consent, and gender roles – purging cliches and celebrating sisterhood.
A sort of dance show about flab, double chins and getting your kit off in public, Fat Blokes uncovers why fat men are never sexy but are always funny, always the ‘before’ but never the ‘after’ shot.
The show is made in collaboration with Lea Anderson and four fat blokes who’ve never done this sort of thing before. Prepare yourself for a show about pent up aggression, riot grrrl and the hokey cokey.
In 2016, Scottee was included in The Independent’s Rainbow List as one of Britain’s most influential LGBTQI+ people.
“Angry, lovable and tender show… an act of theatrical consciousness-raising” – The Guardian
Fat Blokes is supported using funding from Arts Council England. Co-commissioned by Southbank Centre and Home, Manchester.
Age recommendation: 18+
Haze and flashing lights (not strobe) are used during the performance. There is partial nudity in the show.
Hull Dance Pop Up Studio, everyone is welcome for a host of dance related activities. A variety of classes and chances to watch and make dance. Good for your body, good for your mind, good for you spirit – why not come and join us at 66-68 Humber Street.
An array of dance and movement activities for everyone to enjoy.
Including special family half term activities
Wednesday 20 February The Nonsense Show by Mambo Jambo – songs, raps and dance plus all sorts of general no sense.
Thursday 21 February A chance for adults and children to get creative together and make a dance
There are weekly evening classes for adults as well as short lunchtime sessions to give people a break during a busy day.
Saturday’s is full of activities including our inclusive creative club a lively mix of dance and art activities for young adults 16-18 years old.
Puss in Boots is no ordinary cat. Clever and charming, he takes life in his stride and befriends everyone he meets. The only thing is, he always seems to bring his master, Jack, bad luck.
Join Puss and Jack on their adventure as they meet a flurry of lovable characters, and even come face to face with royalty!
Bringing this much-loved children’s story to life, Puss in Boots is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre.
With sell-out performances and a string of hugely successful CBeebies TV adaptations, Northern Ballet’s productions for children are not to be missed.
This child friendly performance lasts approximately 40 minutes.
Book now for this purr-fect family treat!
Anton and Erin Those Magic Musicals
Join the nation’s favourite ballroom couple in their new, show-stopping dance production. The world of Ballroom meets Musical Theatre with stunning costumes & breath-taking choreography set to iconic theatrical favourites:
The Phantom of the Opera
Mary Poppins • 42nd Street
Hairspray • Cabaret
Wicked • Top Hat
Jersey Boys and many more
Featuring the vocal talent of TV favourite Lance Ellington and the magnificent Manchester Concert Orchestra with conductor Richard Balcombe and a sensational West End dance ensemble.
Brand new for 2019, Brendan Cole leads his stunning cast in a thrilling extravaganza of music and dance, from beautiful Ballroom to high-energy Latin. The very first winner of Strictly Come Dancing showcases the superb choreography and dazzling performance that has kept him in the public eye for 15 years.
This is a rescheduled show. Tickets remain valid.
Scream if you are ready to misbehave because Dreamboys are heading to Hull.
Let the boys tease, tantalise and sweep you off your feet as you and your friends enjoy the raunchiest night out of the year. Think chiselled torsos, high-energy dance routines and boy-next-door seduction that will leave your heart pounding.
Dreamboys is seen by millions of people annually, that’s a lot of ripped t-shirts, men in uniform, and breath-taking antics. This West End style show has been created for all ages from 18 to 80 whether you are celebrating something special or just fancy embracing your inner flirt for a cheeky night out on the town. With larger than life personalities and appearances from celebrity guest stars, the Dreamboys have truly stolen the hearts of millions of people worldwide.
Dreamboys are all about adventure so join us for the ride of your life. Take a deep breath, enjoy the show, and embrace the irresistible. Age 18+
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