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How can culture and identity inspire choreography? #dance#choreography #choreographer
Get an exclusive insight into Marco da Silva Ferreira (@marcoy86) work CARCAÇA, shortlisted for The Rose International Dance Prize.
Marco da Silva Ferreira on choreographing CARCAÇA | Artists in-conversation
Choreographer Marco da Silva Ferreira talks on his dance piece CARCAÇA, which has been shortlisted for The Rose International Dance Prize. In this interview, Marco reflects on how the performance brings clubbing and street dancers in conversation with folklore concepts. Take a behind the scenes look at CARCAÇA and discover how Marco used the choreography to explore ideas of collective identity and the connection between past and present. Find out more about The Rose Prize: https://www.sadlerswells.com/the-rose-prize-2025/ 0:00 Introduction to Marco da Silva Ferreira 00:35 The themes behind CARCAÇA 2:35 The use of formations in the dance piece 3:09 The role of footwork in CARCAÇA 3:42 The connection between past and present explored in the piece 4:03 Marco's reaction to finding out he was nominated for The Rose Prize 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: What is the Rose Prize: https://youtu.be/1-YgMY9B77I Christos Papadopoulos on choreographing LARSEN C: https://youtu.be/qIpF0YpcCQ8 Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young in-conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsePqWix-Oc 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 – Marco da Silva Ferreira Camera Operator – João Cruz Editor – Helen Plumb #Dance #Choreography #RosePrize
Have you met the next generation of choreographers yet? #dance #choreographer
Meet Sadler's Wells Young Associates, BLUE MAKWANA, Roseann & Sula , Maiya Leeke and Elisabeth Mulenga, who are the next generation of choreographers and watch these exclusive films made by Camilla Greenwell for Sadler's Wells Digital Stage that explores their distinct and diverse creative worlds. https://www.sadlerswells.com/2023-2024-young-associates/
Get inspired by the kindness of others
Ever wondered what inspires world-renowned flamenco guitarist Paco Peña? Make sure to watch the full film on Sadler's Wells Digital Stage and get an exclusive glimpse into how he draws inspiration from the kindness of those around him. https://www.sadlerswells.com/memorias-paco-pena/
Ever wonder how pointe shoes are made?
Join @nationalballetcanada for an exclusive behind the scenes look into ballet dancer Miyoko Koyasu's trip to Freed London to see her pointe shoes being made. Did anything about the process surprise you? Let us know in the comments!
Signed up to The Little Match Girl teachers resource pack? Make sure to check your inbox
Did you sign up to The Little Match Girl teachers resource pack? We've sent over everything you need to get ahead for your Christmas term; from a live performance capture, teachers resource pack and a Special Edition Teaching Tips & Tricks pack. Check your inbox now to access! Or sign up here: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage/ballo-arthur-pitas-the-little-match-girl-2024/
How can natural laws guide choreography?
In this exclusive interview, find out how the natural laws of the universe have influenced choreographer Christos Papadopoulos in creating his piece LARSEN C, which is now up for the Rose International Dance Prize!
Christos Papadopoulos on choreographing LARSEN C | Artists in-conversation
Choreographer Christos Papadopoulos talks on his work LARSEN C, which has been shortlisted for The Rose International Dance Prize. Hear about the moment he was inspired to make the work and how he approached choreographing this dance piece. 0:00 Introduction 0:17 How LARSEN C was created 2:11 How icebergs inspired the piece 2:55 What choreography means to Christos Papadopoulos 4:10 The importance of letting go in dance 4:29 Finding out about the Rose Prize nomination Find out more about The Rose Prize: https://www.sadlerswells.com/the-rose-prize-2025/ 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: What is the Rose Prize: https://youtu.be/1-YgMY9B77I Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young in-conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsePqWix-Oc Tap dance workshop: https://youtu.be/xhgHulUGzck?si=OTPfWKGBe4lLvX0g 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 - Christos Papadopoulos Camera Operator - Patroklos Skafidas Editor - Helen Plumb #Dance #Choreography #RosePrize
You wanna guess the colour of my tutu is it pretty and pink
Can you guess which iconic show these tutus are from? Make sure you don't miss out on Chicos Mambo TUTU, a show that smashes stereotypes one bare-chested tutu-clad man at a time. https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/chicos-mambo-tutu/
What does choreography mean to you? Check out what choreographer Akram Khan thinks #RosePrize
The Rose International Dance Prize celebrates choreography of different styles from all over the world. We got to speak to the amazing Akram Khan, creator of @akramkhancompany on how he views choreography and the importance of the rose prize in its celebration of dance. #dance #choreography
What is the Rose Prize? | Celebrating international dance
In its inaugural year, find out why The Rose International #Dance Prize was created. Hear from Sadler’s Wells Artistic Director Sir Alistair Spalding, choreographer Akram Khan and designer of the prize Es Devlin. They talk on why the prize is important for the international dance landscape and how it celebrates choreography. Find out more here: https://www.sadlerswells.com/the-rose-prize-2025/ Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more behind-the-scenes looks at dance, as well as dance films and documentaries: https://www.youtube.com/@UCA9CPXDU8Pnp2f9kQG8TX8w WATCH MORE: Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young in-conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsePqWix-Oc Tap dance workshop: https://youtu.be/xhgHulUGzck?si=OTPfWKGBe4lLvX0g Memorias, featuring Paco Peña: https://youtu.be/1-VzBjGpI1A?si=sLvFopLkohbfvHG4 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/
How does each cast make the performance feel brand new? Stay till the end for an onstage surprise!
@englishnationalballet lead principal Erina Takahashi explores how each cast member brings unique energy to Akram Khan’s reimagined Giselle, showing how no two performances are ever the same. Stay till the end to journey from an intimate behind-the-scenes rehearsal to a breathtaking on-stage moment." #dance #ballet #giselle
Tap: Close Work & Basic Rhythm | Taster Dance Workshop
Try this beginner level tap dance workshop for anyone seeking the rhythmic joy of lively and empowering movements. Dancer, teacher and creative Beaux Harris shares some beginner tap moves, alongside participants Louis and Mary. Close work refers to tap movements that happen in close proximity to the floor. Basic rhythm is the pulse and timing that underlines all movements and steps. In this workshop we will learn about even and accented rhythm while being introduced to close work taps. No need to own tap shoes to take part, you can simply wear hard soled shoes or trainers! Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more dance workshops, as well as dance films and documentaries. WATCH MORE: Tap Routine | Taster Dance Workshop https://youtu.be/PGo0UBeo8pI Afro Fusion | Taster Dance Workshop https://youtu.be/U7efKgrCWmA Commercial | Taster Dance Workshop https://youtu.be/Eo7hXVuvrTQ 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/
Pendulum, shuffle and repeat - can you unlock these two-sounded tap steps? #dance #tap #tapdance
Bring the beat with the amazing Beaux Harris as she breaks down the iconic two-sounded tap steps in this beginner friendly workshop. You can find more of Beaux's work over at https://www.instagram.com/beauxharris/
The boys are back in town! #Dance #Ballet #Giselle
@englishnationalballet cast flawlessly execute the ceremony sequence in Akram Khan's reimagining of Giselle. Make sure you don't miss out seeing this on stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/english-national-ballet-akram-khans-giselle/ Dancers: Ken Saruhashi, Erina Takahashi and Artists of English National Ballet
London City Ballet brings elegance with this stunning ballet sequence
Enjoy this sneak peek into London City Ballet's stunning resurgence rehearsals - currently at Sadler's Wells https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/london-city-ballet-resurgence/
Flamenco footwork is helping us to stamp away the grey clouds ☀️
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. @magdalenamannion5652 @NoemiFlamenco @dotdotdotdance8798
Did you hear that Widening Circles has been selected for Exeter Dance International Film Festival?
Don't miss out on watching Widening Circles, a vibrant film on one of the greatest South Asian dancers of her generation, Aditi Mangaldas. The film will be screened at Exeter Dance International Film Festival later this year!
Can you master this elegant ballet arm sequence?
Been stuck at your desk today? Why not give this seated beginner ballet arm sequence ago and get your body flowing.
ZYC & Company of Elders got together for an intergenerational collab, check out what happened next
Get a candid behind the scenes look into the dance collaboration between @ZooNationTube and Sadler's Wells Company of Elders filmed by @monkeyflipmedia and get to witness dance uniting different generations. #dance
Auditioning for A Chorus Line Part Two - Kanako Nakano on how she got the role of Judy Turner! ✨
Kanako Nakano who plays Judy Turner in A Chorus Line tell us about how empowering getting this role has been for her. ❤️ #achorusline #auditions
Auditioning for A Chorus Line Part One - Kanako Nakano takes us behind the scenes!
Kanako Nakano, who plays Judy Turner in A Chorus Line, shares her audition experience of writing her first monologue. What would you include in your monologue? Let us know in the comments below! #achorusline
Anyone have auditions coming up? Carly Mercedes Dyer has some great advice for you! #beyourself
Broadway and West End sensation Carly Mercedes Dyer shares her top tips for auditions. Just be yourself!
What empowers West End Sensation Carly Mercedes Dyer?
We got the chance to sit down with the iconic Carly Mercedes Dyer, who plays Cassie in A Chorus Line, to learn about what fuels her performances.
How does music move you?
We love hearing how music moves renowned Flamenco guitarist Paco Pena. Tell us how music moves you!
Breaking is essential therapy #dance #breaking
B-Boy Samuka shares the importance of breaking and how it saved and changed his life.
Inspired to break? B-Girls Terra & Eddie share their wisdom! #Dance #breaking
@BGirlTerraBGirlEddie share their advice for aspiring breakers! You're never too young to follow your dreams.
Can you speak the language of Breaking?
Celebrate the first year of Breaking in the Olympics by learning more about the language of this iconic dance style
Inspired by the Breaking Olympics? Try breaking yourself with our beginner-friendly workshop!
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll master the basics of breaking with a focus on knee drops and corkscrews. This quick tutorial will guide you through essential techniques to elevate your dance game. #breaking
It's a hat canon sensation from the 'A Chorus Line' cast
Hats off to our glamorous and golden 'A Chorus Line' cast for this fantastic hat canon!
Dance and poetry creating rhythms of resistance #dance
Our Bodies Back presents a powerful rendering of Black women’s voices; speaking out against the realities of anti-Black racism, misogynoir and sexual violence, while uplifting and honouring in full the Black lives and memories lost, in a stunning ceremony of dance, spoken word and visual art.
Rotoscope animation is created by hand-drawing over live action footage #akramkhan #danceclip
Choreographed by Akram Khan and directed by Naaman Azhari, this powerful short film, Breathless Puppets tells the story of two men with a passion for dance who reconnect through the tragedy of the pandemic. Watch now on our Digital Stage: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage/breathless-puppets-akram-khan-naaman-azhari/
What element influences your movement? #dance #breaking #paris2024
Are you grounded like Earth? Do you float like air? Can you bring the heat like fire? Or do you flow like the Waterbrothers do?
We love it when dance makes childhood dreams come true! #dance #melc
We also love being able to make your dreams come true and have extended how did we get here? until the 25 August!
Melanie C on making music and making movement #dance #melc #spicegirl
How is doing contemporary dance similar to making an album? Make sure you catch Melanie C's contemporary dance debut available until 25 July.
On the hunt for hope in the most unlikely places #dance #choreographer
This award-winning solo performance choreographed by Oona Doherty bursts with fury, swagger and humanity. Play the full excerpt here: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage/dancing-nation-hope-hunt-and-the-ascension-into-lazarus-excerpt-oona-doherty/
Your daily reminder than you’re never too young to follow your passions #youngdancers #NYDC
This documentary film celebrates the amazing achievements from the first decade of the National Youth Dance Company (NYDC) and the far-reaching impact on all those involved.
How does dance inspire you? #dance
We love hearing how dance inspires these young people from our Making Moves project! How does dance inspire you?
Why Making Moves, makes us moved
From personal growth to new found friendships, find out what makes 'Making Moves' a transformative experience for everyone involved.
Find the joy in Making Moves | Dance Documentary
In this film, go behind the scenes with school students and youth groups as they take part in Making Moves. This new choreography and performance project saw young people across England connect with some of the world’s most exciting choreographers: Oona Doherty, Jordan Douglas, Dannielle ‘Rhimes’ Lecointe and Alesandra Seutin. Watch their journey as they learnt to choreograph and find the joy in making moves. Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more behind-the-scenes looks at dance, as well as dance films and documentaries: https://www.youtube.com/@UCA9CPXDU8Pnp2f9kQG8TX8w WATCH MORE The Exchange: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nN_Ba9hmUq4&t=3s Remember to Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeJ27y-IWNU&t=1s Choreographer Conversations with Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsePqWix-Oc&t=121s 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/ CREDITS Film director and editor: Paul Burt Producer, Digital Stage & Studio: Ciara Lynch Animator: Jenny Jokela Camera Operator at Northern School of Contemporary Dance: Nick Turner Camera Operator at Pavillion Dance South West: Oscar Oldershaw Digital & Content Apprentice: Emma Cosgrove Director of Learning & Engagement: Joce Giles Project Manager, Making Moves: Elaine Foley Senior Projects Officer, Making Moves: Nancy Turner Dance Education Consultant: Lucy Muggleton Projects Coordinator: Zeynep Gunaydin Producer, Learning & Engagement: Christopher Haddow Workshop leaders: Vidya Patel, John William-Watson, Bethany Edwards. Production Manager and Lighting Designer: Millie Hawkes Company Stage Manager: Emily Palmer & Lydia Wainwright Deputy Stage Manager: Helen Lainsbury Director of Digital Stage & Studio: Bia Oliveira Senior Content Manager, Digital Stage & Studio: Jen Richards Digital & Content Officer: Angharad Mainwaring Alessandra Seutin Toolkit dancer: Rose Sall Sao Alessandra Seutin Toolkit dancer: Isaac Ouro-Gnao Toolkit videographer: David Kaplowitz Full credits: https://www.sadlerswells.com/digital-stage/making-moves/
Are you missing the sun and Flamenco Festival as much as we are? ☀️
Wishing for the sun to come back is making us reminisce on the amazing Flamenco Festival!
Melanie C proving you can do anything you put your mind to! #dance #spicegirl #contemporarydance
Did you know Spice Girls own Melanie C did her contemporary dance debut last year at Sadler's Wells? Don't miss out on watching how did we get here? available until 25 July on our Digital Stage.
You can take the man out of Cuba, but you can’t take Cuba out of the man #carlosacosta #classiccars
“Just a simple Cuban guy”, Carlos Acosta has journeyed from the streets of Havana to international stardom.
Happy Summer Solstice ☀️ #dehli #kathak
In this vibrant portrait of one of the greatest South Asian dancers of her generation, Aditi Mangaldas unveils a poignant portrait of herself as a dancer, a woman and a human being.
Juggling cacti, do not try at home! #worldjugglingday #juggling
This World Juggling Day, improve your juggling skills with Sean Gandini's Juggling Tips & Tricks!
Lose yourself in the fiesta and fire of the fandango #flamenco #london
We borrowed Flamenco duo choreographer David Coria and singer David Lagos to show us some moves and grooves outside Sadler's Wells Theatre, where Flamenco Festival is in full force!
Audio Described: Crossing The Bar, featuring Men! Dancing!
In this audio-described film, Men! Dancing! gather on a deserted beach to explore what it is to be human. Inspired by Tennyson's poem of the same title, this film looks at life's beginning, with the creation and formation of cells, organs and consciousness, to the inevitability of our own mortality. Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more behind-the-scenes looks at dance, as well as dance films and documentaries: https://www.youtube.com/@UCA9CPXDU8Pnp2f9kQG8TX8w WATCH MORE AUDIO-DESCRIBED FILMS Widening Circles, Aditi Mangaldas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7t6UFAki44&t=6s Memorias, featuring Paco Peña: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJsZE8v7IUU Minutes Through the Afternoon, featuring Louise Lecavalier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZJkGIACWNU&t=3s 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/ Credits: Choreography by Jennifer Hale and Men! Dancing! Music written by Rani Arbo Sung by The Spooky Men’s Chorale Musical arrangement by Stephen Taberner with thanks to Craig Morgan Robson Poem by Alfred, Lord Tennyson Directed and edited by Tim Brunsden Filmed by Peter Carr and Tim Brunsden Audio description by Amanda Bright Men! Dancing! are: Mark Allerton Chris Ball Tim Brunsden Peter Gommon Trevor Hood Glen Jones Robert Marten Nigel Robinson Paul Whelan Filmed in New Brighton, Merseyside November, 2023
Crossing The Bar, featuring Men! Dancing! | Dance Film
Against the background of a cityscape and sea wall, Men! Dancing! gather on a deserted beach to explore what it is to be human. Inspired by Tennyson's poem of the same title, this #dance film looks at life's beginning, with the creation and formation of cells, organs and consciousness, to the inevitability of our own mortality. Subscribe to Sadler's Wells for more behind-the-scenes looks at dance, as well as dance films and documentaries: https://www.youtube.com/@UCA9CPXDU8Pnp2f9kQG8TX8w WATCH MORE Widening Circles, Aditi Mangaldas: https://youtu.be/R7ukL-nm1R8 Memorias, featuring Paco Peña: https://youtu.be/1-VzBjGpI1A Minutes Through the Afternoon, featuring Louise Lecavalier: https://youtu.be/QGxxPDtkRmw 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/ Credits: Choreography by Jennifer Hale and Men! Dancing! Music written by Rani Arbo Sung by The Spooky Men’s Chorale Musical arrangement by Stephen Taberner with thanks to Craig Morgan Robson Poem by Alfred, Lord Tennyson Directed and edited by Tim Brunsden Filmed by Peter Carr and Tim Brunsden Men! Dancing! are: Mark Allerton Chris Ball Tim Brunsden Peter Gommon Trevor Hood Glen Jones Robert Marten Nigel Robinson Paul Whelan Filmed in New Brighton, Merseyside November, 2023
A Flamenco Frenzy at Sadler's Wells!
From the staircases to the stage, Flamenco has taken over Sadler's Wells. Make sure you don't miss out on the fun and book in for a Flamenco Festival show here: https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/, and if you're feeling inspired make sure to try out our Flamenco Taster Workshop!
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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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