Three circles, each featuring dancers of different abilities, against a stylised purple backdrop with green and turquoise swirls passing across the background.

About Expressions

Expressions: a celebration of inclusive dance

Expressions showcases the exciting new work of inclusive groups and dancers from across Yorkshire and beyond.

Taking place at the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre at Northern Ballet’s headquarters, Expressions is the only event of its kind in Leeds, celebrating the work of talented disabled dancers and giving them the opportunity to perform on a professional stage.
 
Expressions has a relaxed structure and all performances are designed to be accessible for performers and audiences alike.

‘The facilities and the inclusivity of the event offers young people an unforgettable experience and an opportunity that is not widely available for Special Educational Needs groups’

Karen Williams, Greenacre School

‘The event is a brilliant performance opportunity, well organised and within great facilities. Our group wish to improve their performance skills and share their artistic practice widely. Expressions helps us to do this in a supported and trusted environment’

Ceri Brierley, Raised

Contact Us

Get in touch with us via expressions@northernballet.com or 0113 220 8000 to find out more.

Supported by

Leeds City Council
Arts Coucil England
Liz & Terry Bramall Foundation
The Dorfman Foundation
The Keith Howard Foundation
The Linbury Trust
The John Horseman Trust

Photos by Brian Slater.

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