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The Red Skirt: Manuel Liñán’s first flamenco memory
Before he became one of flamenco’s most powerful voices, Manuel Liñán was a boy captivated by the swirl of a red skirt. In this short, he shares the childhood moment that lit the spark — and the discovery of dance’s power in his body. A story of instinct, inspiration, and the beginning of his creative journey. #flamenco #manuellinan
Dance without fear: Embracing individuality in flamenco
Manuel Liñán shares a heartfelt message to young performers: embrace your unique expression and dance without fear. Whether it's a traditional look or a bold, personal aesthetic, flamenco is a space for freedom. Defy judgment—own your art. Watch the full interview on our channel! #flamenco #manuellinan
Manuel Liñán on finding freedom in Flamenco | Dance artists in conversation
Flamenco artist Manuel Liñán weaves flamenco voice (cante), guitar and dance to create subversive and brilliant performances. In this interview, he shares his influences, including his family’s bullfighting heritage, and how he created his latest show Muerta de Amor. Manuel also reflects on the culture of Tablao – a place where flamenco is performed – and how he challenges traditional expectations of flamenco. This film celebrates 20 years of the Flamenco Festival, with Muerta de Amor being part of this year’s programme: https://www.sadlerswells.com/flamenco-festival-2025/ Take a behind the scenes look at Manuel in the rehearsal room and hear how his early life experiences have shaped his work. CHAPTERS 0:12 - What is Manuel Liñán's first memory of Flamenco 1:05 - My father is a bullfighter 1:52 - Manuel Liñán speaks about dancing women's steps in secret 2:47 - The importance of the Tablao and improvisation 3:50 - Manuel Liñán's new show Muerta de Amor 5:01 - What Manuel Liñán would like people to take away from his dance. WATCH MORE Meet Sara Baras, the Queen of Flamenco: https://youtu.be/nFJz00_Z3pQ How to dance Flamenco: https://youtu.be/N36XdPrzl5I Lia Rodrigues on choreographing Encantado: https://youtu.be/Ya5FqdaOs1w ABOUT SADLER'S WELLS At Sadler’s Wells we strive to make and share dance that inspires us all. On our Digital Stage and YouTube, we share dance films, documentaries, workshops, podcasts and more. Watch more on Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadlers_wells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadlersWells/ CREDITS Featuring – Manuel Liñán Director – Ben Williams Editor – Ben Williams Commissioned and Produced by Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage & Studio Director of Digital Stage & Studio – Bia Oliveira Senior Content Manager – Jen Richards Producer – Eithne Kane Video & Digital Specialist – Sarah Vaughan-Jones Digital & Content Officer – Ella Murphy-O’Neil Digital & Content Apprentice – Theo Dowker #flamenco #Choreography #Dance
Immerse yourself in Flamenco with the iconic Sara Baras!
Experience the artistry of renowned flamenco dancer Sara Baras, as her dancers and musicians perform during rehearsals. A distinguished figure in the world of Flamenco, Baras brings elegance, precision, and deep cultural expression to every movement. #SaraBaras #Flamenco #LivePerformance
A Celebration of The Classics ReFramed
Enjoy a snippet of these two stunning films: the Pina Bausch inspired 'Aṁṁonia' and the vulnerable work of 'Mollika'. Congratulations to both films on receiving nominations for Best Short Dance Film at the National Dance Awards 2025. Good luck to them both at next week's ceremony! #performanceart #shortfilm #pinabausch #dancefilm
Flamenco footwork is bringing the summer sunshine ☀️
Magdalena and Noemí from Dotdotdot Dance give us a taste of flamenco, accompanied by participants Ghazal, Kate and Omena. We encourage you to enjoy the movement and have fun, without worrying about copying the moves perfectly. All of these workshops are suitable for beginners and some can be done standing or seated. Watch the full workshop on our channel! @magdalenamannion5652 @NoemiFlamenco @dotdotdotdance8798 #flamenco #howtodanceforbeginners
Dance is art! Enjoy fiercely vibrant flamenco at Sadlers Wells
Celebrate the vibrant world of flamenco with these snapshots of artists Manuel Liñán and Sara Baras, who are at Sadler's Wells for this year's Flamenco Festival. #flamenco #sarabaras #manuellinan
The Queen of Flamenco on how dance shows come together
Flamenco artist Sara Baras talks on the choreography, costumes, music and lighting all coming together to make a brilliant dance performance. Watch our full interview with her on our YouTube channel.
Meet Sara Baras, the Queen of Flamenco | Dance artists in conversation
Flamenco dancer and choreographer Sara Baras reflects on her first memory of flamenco through to her latest show Vuela. In this interview, she talks on the importance of her teachers, including Paco de Lucía - who Vuela is dedicated to - and why flamenco continues to inspire her. This film celebrates 20 years of the Flamenco Festival at Sadler's Wells, with Vuela being part of this year’s programme: https://www.sadlerswells.com/flamenco-festival-2025/ Take a behind the scenes look at rehearsals for Vuela as Sara reflects on making the show. 0:09 Introduction 0:30 What is Sara Baras' first memory of flamenco? 1:08 Sara on her teachers, including her mother 1:57 What is Sara's show Vuela about? 2:43 How does a flamenco show come together? 3:43 Sara on the importance of curiosity 4:34 Sara's expectations for the future of flamenco Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more behind-the-scenes looks at dance, as well as dance films and documentaries: https://www.youtube.com/@sadlerswells?sub_confirmation=1 WATCH MORE How to dance Flamenco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N36XdPrzl5I&t=7s Marco da Silva Ferreira on choreographing CARCAÇA: https://youtu.be/r8kmPGaDZ8U Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young in-conversation: https://youtu.be/RsePqWix-Oc?si=xyoJb_H4CMVyNdAN ABOUT SADLER'S WELLS At Sadler’s Wells we strive to make and share dance that inspires us all. On our Digital Stage and YouTube, we share dance films, documentaries, workshops, podcasts and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadlers_wells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadlersWells/ Watch more on Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage CREDITS Featuring – Sara Baras Director – Ben Williams Editor – Ben Williams Composition – Keko Baldomero Commissioned and Produced by Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage & Studio Director of Digital Stage & Studio – Bia Oliveira Senior Content Manager – Jen Richards Producer, Digital Stage & Studio – Eithne Kane Video & Digital Specialist – Sarah Vaughan-Jones Digital & Content Officer – Ella Murphy-O’Neil Digital & Content Apprentice – Emma Cosgrove #Flamenco #Choreography #Dance
Turning from a caterpillar to a butterfly in ALiCE
Leading choreographer Jasmin Vardimon MBE reflects on making her dance theatre production ALiCE when her daughter was a teenager, and how this influenced the show. Watch the full in-depth conversation on our YouTube channel.
What is Precious Adams earliest memory of ballet? #ballet #dancer
Hear from Precious Adams, First Soloist for @englishnationalballet, on when she first became interested in ballet
What is the beauty in art? ✨ #choreographer #dance
Leading choreographer Jasmin Vardimon MBE reflects on the different interpretations of Alice in Wonderland and Pinocchio - from the Disney films, to her own dance theatre works. Watch the full in-depth conversation on our YouTube channel.
How does Jasmin Vardimon create a dance show? | Choreographer Conversations
Choreographer Jasmin Vardimon MBE has been a leading force in British dance theatre for over 20 years. In this in-depth interview, she reflects on her distinctive physical and theatrical style, discussing works such as NOW, ALiCE, Pinocchio and PARK. Recorded in front of a live audience, she is in conversation with Sadler’s Wells Artistic Director Sir Alistair Spalding. Hear choreography insights from Jasmin, who shares more on her creative approach, including her audition process, and the role technology, set and music play within her shows. 0:45 Introduction 1:05 How did Jasmin Vardimon become interested in dance? 5:46 What other choreographers have influenced her? 10:25 The social issues Jasmin explores in her work, particularly PARK 13:40 When did Jasmin come to London, and how did the city influence her? 15:15 Jasmin reflects on her works ALiCE, Pinocchio, Justitia and 7734 22:35 How Jasmin uses choreography to explore themes of power and perspective 24:13 The role of set, place and projections in Jasmin's works 28:15 What does Jasmin look for when she auditions dancers? 34:00 Jasmin reflects on her work for families 36:45 How does Jasmin work with collaborators? 40:32 The importance of looking backwards and forwards in your career Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more behind-the-scenes looks at dance, as well as dance films and documentaries: https://www.youtube.com/@sadlerswells?sub_confirmation=1 WATCH MORE Marco da Silva Ferreira on choreographing CARCAÇA: https://youtu.be/r8kmPGaDZ8U Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young in-conversation: https://youtu.be/RsePqWix-Oc?si=xyoJb_H4CMVyNdAN What inspires Wayne McGregor: https://youtu.be/fy5fErzrdp0 ABOUT SADLER'S WELLS At Sadler’s Wells we strive to make and share dance that inspires us all. On our Digital Stage and YouTube, we share dance films, documentaries, workshops, podcasts and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadlers_wells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadlersWells/ Watch more on Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage CREDITS Featuring – Jasmin Vardimon MBE and Sir Alistair Spalding Director of Photography – David Kaplowitz Camera Operator – Jon Kassell Camera Operator – James Hedgecock Editor – James Hedgecock Commissioned and Produced by Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage & Studio Director of Digital Stage & Studio – Bia Oliveira Senior Content Manager – Jen Richards Producer, Digital Stage & Studio – Eithne Kane Video & Digital Specialist – Sarah Vaughan-Jones Digital & Content Officer – Ella Murphy-O’Neil Digital & Content Apprentice – Emma Cosgrove #Dance #JasminVardimon #Choreography
What role does a set play in a dance show? #dance #setdesign
Go behind the scenes with Artistic Director and choreographer of Our Mighty Groove Vicki Igbokwe-Ozoagu, as she talks on the important role set design has in a dance production. Find out more on the inspiration behind the show's set in our latest YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviqlKwngus
Tutus and pointe shoes at the ready
How we're heading into the weekend✨ We're reminiscing on My First Ballet: Swan Lake, which was recently on at our Peacock Theatre. Take a look back on the dancers rehearsing from @englishnationalballet school. What was your first memory of ballet?
Go behind the scenes with our Digital Stage team!
Lights, camera, action! Get an exclusive behind the scenes look at how Sadler's Wells Digital Stage team created the first ever episode of the new YouTube series Behind the Curtain. Make sure you catch the full episode which is now live on our channel!
Oona Doherty shares why auditions still make her nervous! #dance #contemporarydance
Ground-breaking choreographer Oona Doherty talks on how she approaches choreographing and working with dancers in the rehearsal room. You can watch the full in-depth interview with her on our YouTube channel, and catch Oona's new show Specky Clark at Sadler's Wells next week: https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/oona-doherty-specky-clark/
How does a set designer create a dance show? | Go behind the curtain with Our Mighty Groove
Hear from set designer Simon Kenny and choreographer Vicki Igbokwe-Ozoagu's as they take you behind the scenes of dance show Our Mighty Groove. ABOUT THE FILM In this interview, find out how the set for interactive show Our Mighty Groove was made, and the integral role set plays in the dance performance. Simon Kenny shares how he first became interested in set design and his advice for aspiring creatives. Our Mighty Groove was the opening show for Sadler's Wells East earlier this year, and you can view our upcoming programme here: https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/ 00:00 - 1:07 Set designer Simon Kenny talks on what inspired the Our Mighty Groove set 1:08 - 1:56 Choreographer Vicki Igbokwe-Ozoagu shares her experience in a club that led to the show's creation 1:57 - 2:15 Why is set important in dance shows? 2:16 - 2:39 Simon reflects on the immersive elements of the show 2:42 - 3:02 How did Simon first get interested in set design? 3:03 - 3:26 What advice does Simon have for aspiring set designers? WATCH MORE Behind the scenes with Boy Blue and NYDC: https://youtu.be/wewEpPr-sWI Confessions of a Ballet Star with Precious Adams: https://youtu.be/8a9M4LEwCco Eastbound: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZipjL4It8Nw&t=1s ABOUT SADLER'S WELLS At Sadler’s Wells we strive to make and share dance that inspires us all. On our Digital Stage and YouTube, we share dance films, documentaries, workshops, podcasts and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadlers_wells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadlersWells/ Watch more on Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage CREDITS Featuring - Simon Kenny and Vicki Igbokwe-Ozoagu Director/ DOP - Pearl Salamon-White Editor - Pearl Salamon-White Filmmaker of Our Mighty Groove performance footage - Ben Williams Our Mighty Groove was a Sadler’s Wells production with Uchenna Dance #setdesign #dance #clubdance
The power of movement and spoken word ❤️ #dance #breaking
Our Bodies Back stages the work of acclaimed American poet jessica Care moore into a powerful dance film by Breakin’ Convention Artistic Director Jonzi D. You can watch the full film on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKN2Fq_mcAA&t=155s "This poem is a demand. For justice, for equality, for respect, for Our Bodies Back. The whole team were so moved by jessica’s incisive lyrics and intense delivery, we had the perfect blueprint for this film. The dancers responded with honesty, grace and power." - Jonzi D
Why dance is our greatest friend ❣️ #CarlosAcosta #IDD #ballet
It's #InternationalDanceDay
Why young people are the future of dance ✨ #NYDC #hiphop #BoyBlue
Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante, co-founder and co-artistic director of hip hop dance company Boy Blue, reflects on the importance of working with young people. Alongside Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy, they are this year's Guest Artistic Directors of the National Youth Dance Company (NYDC). Go behind the scenes of the creation of their new show Gravity in our latest YouTube video.
What makes you move? | Behind the scenes with Boy Blue and National Youth Dance Company
Get an exclusive look at the creation of Gravity – a brand-new work performed by the National Youth Dance Company (NYDC), under Guest Artistic Directors Boy Blue, the UK’s most celebrated hip hop dance company. ABOUT THE FILM NYDC is a company run by Sadler's Wells, that's made up of 33 talented dancers in England aged 16-24. In this film, they share what makes them move and why it’s so important for young people to have access to dance. Hear from Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy and Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante, co-founders and co-artistic directors of Boy Blue, on their collaboration with NYDC and how the themes of community and togetherness reverberated not just throughout the show but throughout the company. This film was produced by Sadler's Wells Digital Stage. 00:00 About National Youth Dance Company and the Gravity performance 1:00 Why dance is so important for young people 1:48 How Boy Blue worked with NYDC 2:22 Ken and Mikey reflect on starting Boy Blue 2:40 The importance of giving young people access to dance 3:14 The NYDC dancers discuss making the show 3:48 What does NYDC mean to the dancers involved? 4:25 How do you feel when you dance? 5:05 What have the dancers learnt from being in NYDC? 6:59 Ken reflects on the theme of Gravity in the show WATCH MORE Eastbound: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZipjL4It8Nw&t=1s 10 Years of NYDC Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCxdJlAQIlQ Find the joy in Making Moves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lb_dCWLgbEk ABOUT SADLER'S WELLS At Sadler’s Wells we strive to make and share dance that inspires us all. On our Digital Stage and YouTube, we share dance films, documentaries, workshops, podcasts and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadlers_wells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadlersWells/ Watch more on Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage CREDITS Director and Producer – Eleanor Grace Hann Director of Photography – Scarlett Gardner Camera Assistant – Poppy Lang Sound Operator – Liam Cromby Editor – Eden Read Colourist – Alyssa Medina Composition – Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante Gravity – NYDC Guest Artistic Directors 2024/25 – Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy and Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante Choreography – Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy Composer – Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante Lighting Design – Adam Carrée Costume Design – Ryan Dawson Laight Costume Design Associates – Jordan Goertz Edwards and Josh Cartmell Rehearsal Directors – Nathaniel Impraim-Jones and Lara Rose McCabe Producers – Christopher Haddow and Bia Oliveira Production Manager – Mishi Bekesi Sound Engineer – Yao Yin Yau LX Programmer & Touring Relighter/Production Manager – Matthew Carnazza Touring Sound Engineer – Mark Webber NYDC Dancers 2024/25 James Airey, Yunus Ayhan, Sara Belal, Archie Bilsland, Monét Brooks, Kingsley Campbell-Golding, Megan Chaytor Wilson, Orson Crane, Luke Curran, Dylan Dennis, Dexter Duffy, Mimi Etete-Edge, Sheldon Golding, Kasra Hastings, Francis Henry, Florence Hodgson, India Hurley, Luke James, Jacob Lincoln, Lucca Masters, Zak Michael Smith, Thea Petrie, Blake Rainey, Dayang Safiya Isabella Abang Suhaili, Sonia Sansford, Iona Statham, Nya Stewart, Ada Trotman, Faye-Elise Walmsey, Hali Warsame, Ella Watson, Rowan Williams, Marshall Wilson. NYDC Team Guest Artistic Directors 2024-25 – Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy and Micheal ‘Mikey J’ Asante Director of Learning & Engagement – Joce Giles Head of NYDC – Hannah Kirkpatrick Company Manager – Waddah Sinada and Becky Leslie NYDC Coordinator – Brittany Roberts NYDC/ Learning & Engagement Intern – Ratiba Ayadi Creative Support Artist – Corinne Meredith (Head), Nya Bardouille, Maiya Leeke Company Support – Jo Beattie (Head), Ruben Brown, Beth Emmerson, Grace Ford, George Frampton, John William Watson Company Wellbeing – Anna Brodrick (physiotherapist), Dr Lucie Clements (dance psychologist) With thanks to Kathleen Murphy, Associate Producer for Boy Blue, and the wider Boy Blue Team Film Commissioned and Produced by Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage & Studio Director of Digital Stage & Studio – Bia Oliveira Senior Content Manager – Jen Richards Producer – Eithne Kane Digital & Content Apprentice – Emma Cosgrove Digital & Content Officer – Ella Murphy-O’Neil Video & Digital Specialist – Sarah Vaughan-Jones Marketing Consultant – Izzy Madgwick Photo © Richard Lakos #hiphop #dance #boyblue
BalletLORENT showing that ballet is for everybody
Geoff Hopson recently returned to stage after 20 years in @balletlorent's adaptation of the classic tale Snow White, performing as the older king. Find out about why he loves working with Liv Lorent, the founder of balletLORENT, and how shows like this one prove that ballet is and always should be for every body.
Who is your Flamenco idol?
In this exclusive interview with free-spirited Flamenco dancer Jesús Carmona, get an insight into why he idolises onstage performers and how to channel emotion into movement. Who is your onstage idol?
'The sea only spits out what she cannot hold'
Watch this cinematic dance film AIR DE TEMPS, created by choreographer Alesandra Seutin and filmmaker Ben Williams. The film tells of the urgent need to speak out and delve into lost dreams. Watch the full film on our YouTube channel
How does discipline benefit artistic expression?
In this episode of Confessions of a Ballet Star get an exclusive look into how American ballet dancer Precious Adams perfects her craft through dedication and discipline. Now a First Soloist for @englishnationalballet Precious shares how seeing an end goal aids in staying motivated and how technique allows for more creative freedom. Let us know in the comments what motivates your creative practice?
'For me it’s enough that people should feel' - Eva Yerbabuena #flamenco #dance
We're celebrating flamenco dancer Eva Yerbabuena recent Olivier win for her performance in Yerbagüena at Sadler’s Wells ⭐️ Congratulations on such an incredible achievement! You can watch her in action here ⭐️
What happens when skating meets dance?
You feeling inspired to hit up your local skatepark yet? Because we sure are! Meet Fleur and Nick, two East London skaters defying the limits of what dance and skating can be in Mette Ingvartsen's Skatepark. Get an exclusive insight into their thoughts and feelings around this boundary breaking show and how skating allows your mind and body to become one. Catch the show at Sadler's Wells on 12 April https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/mette-ingvartsen-skatepark/
Learning pantsula is helping us step into spring!
Buru, Artistic Director of dance company Via Katlehong, gives us a taste of pantsula, a dance style created in South Africa’s township of Katlehong during the apartheid era. Try the style for yourself in this Taxi! workshop. You can watch all our Pantsula dance workshops on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAC0ZTI5pkuyezpAuapzTnaEHYbpszTna
Congratulations to Olivier winners Crystal Pite & Jonathon Young
Learn about the making of the Olivier-winning show Assembly Hall in this Choreographer Conversations episode with Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young. Watch the full in-depth discussion on our YouTube channel!
The beauty of Bharatanatyam dance
Bharatanatyam is a classic Indian dance form known for its precise movements, sharp edges, and expressive body language. Mythili Prakash is a part of the new generation of Bharatanatyam dancers and has bought Bharatanatyam dance to theatres across the globe.
Ever wondered why ballet dancers use shellac on their pointe shoes?
Join @scottishballet Principal Dancer Roseanna Leney as she goes through her shellac pointe shoe process. Have you ever tried shellac pointe shoes?
Finding joy in your hobbies
In this exclusive behind the scenes interview, find out about the talented ballet dancer Precious Adams, and her advice for younger dancers. What hobbies have kept you grounded? You can watch the full film on our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8a9M4LEwCco
Go behind the scenes with Making Moves
Making Moves is an exciting new choreography and project performance that Sadler's Wells launched last year. It gives young people across England the chance to connect with some of the world’s most exciting choreographers through specially designed dance toolkits. This documentary takes you behind the scenes of the first year of Making Moves and shows the emotional and positive impact projects like this have on youth groups and schools. You can watch the full film on our YouTube channel!
Precious Adams | Confessions of a Ballet Star
Hear from ballet dancer Precious Adams on how she first became interested in ballet and what keeps her motivated. Precious is a Soloist for English National Ballet and has performed in roles including Cinderella, Nutcracker and The Rite of Spring. In this interview, she reflects on her career and the importance of her wearing brown, skin-coloured tights and shoes that match her skin tone. 00:00 Introduction 00:17 Precious' earliest memory of ballet 1:16 Where did Precious train? 1:37 Where Precious finds her discipline within dance 2:26 The history of ballet shoes and tights being pink 3:10 The importance of Precious wearing tights and shoes that match her skin tone 3:59 What inspires Precious? 4:32 The advice Precious has for younger dancers Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more interviews with dancers, as well as dance films and workshops: https://www.youtube.com/@sadlerswells?sub_confirmation=1 WATCH MORE Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young in-conversation: https://youtu.be/RsePqWix-Oc Aṁṁonia: https://youtu.be/kHuPlxjDnFE Confessions of a Ballet Star, Tiler Peck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJebAfmHZAo ABOUT SADLER'S WELLS At Sadler’s Wells we strive to make and share dance that inspires us all. On our Digital Stage and YouTube, we share dance films, documentaries, workshops, podcasts and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadlers_wells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadlersWells/ Watch more on Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage CREDITS Featuring: Precious Adams DOP / Filmmaker: Sarah Vaughan-Jones Editor: Helen Plumb Commissioned by Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage & Studio Director of Digital Stage & Studio: Bia Oliveira Senior Content Manager: Jen Richards Producer: Ciara Lynch Digital & Content Apprentice: Emma Cosgrove Digital & Content Officer: Ella Murphy-O’Neil Video & Digital Specialist: Sarah Vaughan-Jones Marketing Consultant: Izzy Madgwick. #dance #ballet #balletdance
Moving into the light ✨ #dance #choreography
This dance film, Optics, explores our complex relationship with being seen and social worth, and how we can discover our own light. Choreographed by Anjana Bala, a dancer based at the Rose Choreographic School at Sadler's Wells East, you can watch the full film for free on our YouTube channel.
'Which teacher inspired you to find your own voice?
In this exclusive interview with iconic Flamenco dancer Sara Baras, find out how the Flamenco masters she learnt from inspired her to find her own voice. Let us know in the comments if you've ever had a teacher inspire you to find your voice.
When the space you're in becomes a part of the performance
Find out from one of the National Youth Dance Company (NYDC) dancers about how the spaces they performed in impacted the choreography and how you have to adapt a routine to become one with the space you're in. You can watch the full film here: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage/documentaries/national-youth-dance-company-the-wall-tour
How we're moving into the weekend ✨ #dance #dancing
We're matching Irish dancer Michael Roberson's vibe as we head into the weekend! Join Michael and the rest of the WAKE cast and experience the ultimate celebration of life with wild acrobatics, heart-thumping variety acts and outrageous cabaret. Join us for joy, connection and glitter at the Peacock Theatre this April
The power of finding peace within your body #dance #MelanieC
Ahead of performing at Sadler's Wells, Melanie C reflects on finding peace within the limitations of our bodies as we get older. You can watch her perform in 'how did we get here?', a contemporary dance piece by Jules Cunningham & Company, now available on Digital Stage. Watch the performance capture for free until 31 March 2025: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage/how-did-we-get-here/
Apply now to The Floor is Yours
Following the success of The Classics ReFramed, we’ve launched our next film commissions! The Floor is Yours is open to artists of all dance styles and we’re asking you: what space is your personal dance floor? Maybe you fell in love with dancing after your first club night out or got inspired to create whilst dancing around your kitchen. Whether you find joy dancing with your community or peace dancing alone, we’re looking for films that celebrate what dance means to you. You can find out more here: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage/commission-the-floor-is-yours/
The power of dance as an engine for change, togetherness and joy #dance #dancefilm
Watch The Lions are Coming, a dance film by Director and Choreographer Folu Odimayo. Inspired by ideas of rebirth in The Rite of Spring, this film explores the resilience of marginalised communities and the power of dance. Watch the full film, which is part of Digital Stage's The Classics ReFramed commissions, on our YouTube channel.
The Lions Are Coming | Dance Film
_Content Warning: Recommended for ages 12+. This film contains flashing lights, smoking, and some graphic imagery. The film features the artist’s personal views on geopolitical issues and conflicts._ Set in a decaying nightclub, The Lions are Coming follows three individuals trapped in the aftermath of an invasion by a group of land-hungry dogs. Once a central place for their community, they find their home reduced to a wasteland and on the verge of redevelopment. Inspired by the ideas of rebirth in the classic dance piece The Rite of Spring, Director Folu Odimayo uses the setting of a queer club to look at wider themes of gentrification and colonialism. The film explores the resilience of marginalised and oppressed communities in their fight for reclaiming their spaces and lands, and the power of dance as an engine for change, togetherness and joy. Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more dance films, as well as documentaries and workshops: https://www.youtube.com/@sadlerswells?sub_confirmation=1 WATCH MORE: Aṁṁonia: https://youtu.be/kHuPlxjDnFE Eastbound: https://youtu.be/ZipjL4It8Nw Mollika: https://youtu.be/k0z6hge5TgU ABOUT SADLER'S WELLS At Sadler’s Wells we strive to make and share dance that inspires us all. On our Digital Stage and YouTube, we share dance films, documentaries, workshops, podcasts and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadlers_wells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadlersWells/ Watch more on Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage CREDITS Director and Choreographer: Folu Odimayo Writer and Narrator: Folu Odimayo Producer: Jahmarley Bachelor DOP and Colourist: Anibal Castaño Set and Costume Designer: Fanette Perrineau Costume Designer and Wardrobe Assistant: Holly Holburn Composer: Harvey Causon Rehearsal Director: Maya Milet 1st AD: Genevieve Reeves Gaffer: Sam Moss 1st AC: Will Brown Production Assistant: Luigi Nardone BTS Photography: Camilla Greenwell Catering: Emily Perry Editors: Sarah Vaughan-Jones and Genevieve Reeves Witch: ELLE FIERCE Faun: Natnael Dawit Snake: Emma Belabed Corporate Dogs: Bea Calzado Angus Bartlett Paris Fitzpatrick Spring Ravers: Imogen Alvares Euan Garrett Sophie Ormiston William James (JJ) Hugh Nianias Elisabeth Mulenga Yilin Kong Artemis Stamouli Emily Mytton Commissioned by Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage & Studio Director of Digital Stage & Studio: Bia Oliveira Senior Content Manager: Jen Richards Producer: Ciara Lynch Digital & Content Apprentice: Emma Cosgrove Digital & Content Officer: Ella Murphy-O’Neil Video & Digital Specialist: Sarah Vaughan-Jones Junior Videographers: James Hedgecock & Pearl Salamon-White Marketing Consultant: Izzy Madgwick Venue support from Candid Arts Trust #dance #dancefilm
Audio Described: The Lions Are Coming
_Content Warning: Recommended for ages 12+. This film contains flashing lights, smoking, and some graphic imagery. The film features the artist’s personal views on geopolitical issues and conflicts._ This audio-described film is set in a decaying nightclub, following three individuals trapped in the aftermath of an invasion by a group of land-hungry dogs. Once a central place for their community, they find their home reduced to a wasteland and on the verge of redevelopment. Inspired by the ideas of rebirth in the classic dance piece The Rite of Spring, Director Folu Odimayo uses the setting of a queer club to look at wider themes of gentrification and colonialism. The film explores the resilience of marginalised and oppressed communities in their fight for reclaiming their spaces and lands, and the power of dance as an engine for change, togetherness and joy. Watch the film without audio description: https://youtu.be/r8dlmrxhIVA Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more dance films, as well as documentaries and workshops: https://www.youtube.com/@sadlerswells?sub_confirmation=1 MORE AUDIO-DESCRIBED FILMS Aṁṁonia: https://youtu.be/KG0aNG_nAeE Widening Circles, Aditi Mangaldas: https://youtu.be/E7t6UFAki44 Memorias, featuring Paco Peña: https://youtu.be/qJsZE8v7IUU ABOUT SADLER'S WELLS At Sadler’s Wells we strive to make and share dance that inspires us all. On our Digital Stage and YouTube, we share dance films, documentaries, workshops, podcasts and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadlers_wells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadlersWells/ Watch more on Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage CREDITS Director and Choreographer: Folu Odimayo Writer and Narrator: Folu Odimayo Producer: Jahmarley Bachelor DOP and Colourist: Anibal Castaño Set and Costume Designer: Fanette Perrineau Costume Designer and Wardrobe Assistant: Holly Holburn Composer: Harvey Causon Rehearsal Director: Maya Milet 1st AD: Genevieve Reeves Gaffer: Sam Moss 1st AC: Will Brown Production Assistant: Luigi Nardone BTS Photography: Camilla Greenwell Catering: Emily Perry Editors: Sarah Vaughan-Jones and Genevieve Reeves Audio Describer: Amanda Bright Witch: ELLE FIERCE Faun: Natnael Dawit Snake: Emma Belabed Corporate Dogs: Bea Calzado Angus Bartlett Paris Fitzpatrick Spring Ravers: Imogen Alvares Euan Garrett Sophie Ormiston William James (JJ) Hugh Nianias Elisabeth Mulenga Yilin Kong Artemis Stamouli Emily Mytton Commissioned by Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage & Studio Director of Digital Stage & Studio: Bia Oliveira Senior Content Manager: Jen Richards Producer: Ciara Lynch Digital & Content Apprentice: Emma Cosgrove Digital & Content Officer: Ella Murphy-O’Neil Video & Digital Specialist: Sarah Vaughan-Jones Junior Videographers: James Hedgecock & Pearl Salamon-White Marketing Consultant: Izzy Madgwick Venue support from Candid Arts Trust #dance #audiodescription
Moments of inspiration are forever memories
Memorias gives an exclusive look into the incredible life and inspirations of renowned Flamenco guitarist, Paco Peña. Find out all about the moment Paco Peña knew he was destined to be a guitarist. Let us know in the comments if you've ever been this inspired by music or dance?
This is Aṁṁonia, choreographed & danced by Emma Farnell-Watson & Kieran Lai ❣️ #dance #choreography
Aṁṁonia is part of The Classics ReFramed, a series of dance films commissioned by Sadler's Wells Digital Stage and Studio. The film, directed by Joe Connor, draws inspiration from Pina Bausch’s work, exploring the hidden power dynamics within society. Watch the full film on our YouTube channel
Have you watched Eastbound yet?
Eastbound features 50+ community participants from across East London dancing in iconic locations around Stratford and east London. We're celebrating how East London moves in our brand new venue, Sadler's Wells East, where You Are Welcome!
Three generations, bound by rhythm, memory and love ❤️ #dance #dancefilm
Be transported into this intergenerational dance story with our latest Classics ReFramed film commission, Mollika
How do you find your way into creativity? #dance #choreographer
In this exclusive interview with Sir Wayne McGregor find out about his creative teaching process and how speed and freedom have a positive impact on tapping into creativity. You can access the full interview on our Digital Stage here: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage/choreographer-conversations-wayne-mcgregor. Catch Company Wayne McGregor at Sadler's Wells 27 Feb - 2 Mar: https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/company-wayne-mcgregor-deepstaria/
Mollika | Intergenerational Dance Film
Mollika reflects on the ephemeral nature of time through the dancing body and the power of intergenerational relationships. This poignant dance film is inspired by Rabindranath Tagore’s song Amar Mollikaa Bone about the fragrant jasmine flower that blooms at night and wilts by morning. Directed by Pratyusha Gupta and Mythili Prakash, the film features dancer and choreographer Mythili Prakash alongside her mother and fellow dancer, Viji Prakash, and daughter, Rumi Prakash-Gollapudi, with music arranged and performed by Sushma Soma. Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more dance films, as well as documentaries and workshops: https://www.youtube.com/@sadlerswells?sub_confirmation=1 WATCH MORE: Aṁṁonia: https://youtu.be/kHuPlxjDnFE Eastbound: https://youtu.be/ZipjL4It8Nw Widening Circles, Aditi Mangaldas: https://youtu.be/R7ukL-nm1R8 ABOUT SADLER'S WELLS At Sadler’s Wells we strive to make and share dance that inspires us all. On our Digital Stage and YouTube, we share dance films, documentaries, workshops, podcasts and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadlers_wells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadlersWells/ Watch more on Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage CREDITS Dancers (in order of appearance): Mythili Prakash Viji Prakash Rumi Prakash-Gollapudi Directed by: Pratyusha Gupta & Mythili Prakash Choreographed by: Mythili Prakash Music by: Sushma Soma Director of Photography: Yashas Chandra Edited by: Hashim Zain Production Coordinator: Harini Aiana Filmed at: Panchavati | Courtesy Raman Research Institute Trust, Bangalore Commissioned by Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage & Studio Director of Digital Stage & Studio: Bia Oliveira Producer: Ciara Lynch Senior Content Manager: Jen Richards Digital & Content Apprentice: Emma Cosgrove Digital & Content Officer: Ella Murphy-O’Neil Video & Digital Specialist: Sarah Vaughan-Jones Junior Videographers: James Hedgecock & Pearl Salamon-White Marketing Consultant: Izzy Madgwick #dance #dancefilm #BharataNatyam
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Singin' in the Rain
Singin' in the Rain Don Lockwood is a silent movie star with everything he could want – fame, adulation and a well-publicised ‘romance’ with his co-star Lina Lamont. But Hollywood is about to change forever. There is rumour in the studio of a new kind of film, where the actors actually talk … and sing … and dance. Can Don and the uniquely voiced L...
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Adam Cooper returns to the role of Don Lockwood when Singin’ In The Rain has London season in summer 2020
When the Chichester Festival Theatre production of Singin’ in the Rain transferred to the West End in 2012 it went on to be a hit with audiences and receive four Olivier nominations. Now it’s back for a five-week summer season at Sadler’s Wells with Adam Cooper returning to the role of Don Lockwood, made so famous by Gene Kelly in the MGM movie. We think the show will make quite a splash.
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