Returning to the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, Expressions showcases the exciting new work of inclusive dance groups from across Yorkshire and beyond. Celebrating the talents of disabled dancers, this is the only event of its kind in Leeds.
For over 10 years, Expressions has been bringing community groups and companies together to perform on a professional stage, all in the spirit of celebrating inclusive dance. Over two days, this festival will feature a variety of performances across four timeslots.
Performing in each time slot is TIN Arts with Got Your Nose, a fun-filled family-friendly show that features an inclusive cast, a mix of dynamic choreography and audience participation.
Described as 'fun', 'moving' and 'inspiring', Expressions is perfect for dance lovers everywhere.
All performances are pay what you feel. To be accessible for performers and audiences alike, all performances have a relaxed structure.
Pay as you feel
After selecting your ticket you can add your suggested donation at the check out.
Line-up
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Wednesday 1pm
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- TIN Arts, Got Your Nose
- Greenacre School as part of Northern Ballet's Rise & Shine
- Greenacre School
- Leap and Bounds
- Sense Dance Rotherham
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Wednesday 7pm
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- TIN Arts, Got Your Nose
- Step Change Studios
- Luke Gillingham
- Northern Ballet's Ability
- Fuse Dance Collective
- Revive
- NSCD Creative Dance
- NYB All In! present The Making of Romeo & Juliet
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Thursday 1pm
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- TIN Arts, Got Your Nose
- Mind the Gap Academy, One Day Dance
- John Jamieson School as part of Northern Ballet's Rise & Shine
- Springwater School as part of Northern Ballet's Rise & Shine
- DAZL Xtreme
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Thursday 7pm
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- TIN Arts, Got Your Nose
- Unbound Dance Theatre
- Dance 21: Pretty in PINK
- Northern Ballet's In Motion
- Phoenix Dance Theatre, Illuminate
- MeshDance
- That! Dance
Running time for the 1pm shows is expected to be 60 minutes.
Running time for the 7pm shows is expected to be 90 minutes with a 15-minute interval.
Line-up is subject to change, more performers may be announced.
To be accessible for performers and audiences alike, all performances have a relaxed structure.
Get involved with Expressions
Translating Classical Technique Workshop
Led by professional disabled dancer Joseph Powell-Main, this workshop focuses on how dancers with different needs can access the classical technique.
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Photos by Ant Robling and Jamal Burkmar.
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