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Line Dancing Beginners - Summer
Led by Julie Antonsen.
Line Dancing is a mix of dance styles ranging from Waltz and Cha Cha to Irish Dancing. We use a variety of music to accompany these styles such as Shania Twain and Keith Urban (country) to Rebecca Ferguson and Megan Trainer (pop) with everything in between. No partner necessary. Ticket holders for either class are welcome to stay/warm-up in either class, space permitting.
Sun 4 Jun – 9 Jul (exc 18 Jun) and 16 Jul – 20 Aug
Beginners 6.15pm – 7.15pm
£7 per class or £42 for 6 week course
Line Dancing Improvers - Summer
led y Julie Antonsen.
Line Dancing is a mix of dance styles ranging from Waltz and Cha Cha to Irish Dancing. We use a variety of music to accompany these styles such as Shania Twain and Keith Urban (country) to Rebecca Ferguson and Megan Trainer (pop) with everything in between. No partner necessary. Ticket holders for either class are welcome to stay/warm-up in either class, space permitting.
Sun 4 Jun – 9 Jul (exc 18 Jun) and 16 Jul – 20 Aug
Intermediate 7.30pm – 8.30pm
£7 per class or £42 for 6 week course
Bollywood Dance
Led by Geeta Rai
An energetic modern Indian dance style. These classes are a fusion of Indian and western styles with Latino and Arabic influences. All terms are 10 weeks long and suitable for all abilities.
Suitable for ages 6+ years.
From Tues 25 Apr
4.30pm – 5.30pm
£67 per term
- 27 Jun
- 4 Jul
- 12 more dates...
Youth Dance
Norden Exposure led by Becky Hinton.
A lively fast paced class to a soundtrack of current music. This is contemporary dance smashed up and easy to learn!
All terms are 10 weeks long and suitable for all abilities.
Suitable for 9+ years
From Tues 25 Apr
5.45pm – 7pm
£67 per term
- 27 Jun
- 4 Jul
- 10 more dates...
Swing Crazy (June-July): 1930s-Style Dance
Led by John and Debra Scanlon.
Learn to Lindy Hop with a couple who have danced, performed and taught together since meeting on the dance floor in 1996. Lindy Hop is the great partner swing dance from New York's Savoy Ballroom. From exuberant and light-hearted to laid back and smooth, Lindy Hop is an expressive dance that puts a smile on every face. Join us for some beginner classes and you will soon be dancing to some of the greatest music ever.
No previous experience needed - come ready to have bags of fun. Bring a partner or come alone - it's up to you.
Tues 16 May – 19 Sept (exc 30 May, 1, 8, 29 Aug)
7.30pm – 8.40pm
£7 per class or £30 for block of 5
Offers applied in basket
You should wear comfortable clothes that leave you arms free and do not restrict movement. Layers are a good idea as you will be exercising indoors. Your shoes should be comfortable, flexible and secure. Smooth soles are highly recommended so that you can easily turn on the ball of the foot. Heavy shoes, raised soles or high heels are very much to be avoided.
Click here to visit the Swing Crazy Website
Jive Cats (June-July): 1950s-Style Dance
Led by John and Debra Scanlon.
Often wished that you could get up and jive in a 1950s-style when you hear that music? Well now you can learn with a couple who have performed and taught together since 1996.
Great fun, excellent for body and mind, our beginner classes can get you on the floor dancing authentic free-style jive to classic Rhythm & Blues and Rock 'n' Roll.
No previous dance experience – no problem. Bring a partner or come alone. Discover the great social jive scene in the area where you can use you moves, hear live music and practice with new friends.
Tues 16 May – 19 Sept (exc 30 May, 1, 8, 29 Aug)
8.45pm - 10.15pm
£8 per class or £35 for block of 5
Offers applied in basket
You should wear comfortable clothes that leave you arms free and do not restrict movement. Layers are a good idea as you will be exercising indoors. Your shoes should be comfortable, flexible and secure. Smooth soles are highly recommended so that you can easily turn on the ball of the foot. Heavy shoes, raised soles or high heels are very much to be avoided.
Click here to visit the Jive Cats Website
Fit Steps
Led by Julie Antonsen.
An energetic, upbeat dance workout mixing the graceful steps of Ballroom and the up-tempo steps of Latin dances. Transform your body and have fun dancing to music that will get your heart pumping!
Sat 6 May – 17 Jun (exc 3 Jun)
Sat 24 Jun – 5 Aug (exc 15 Jul)
10.15am – 11am
29 Jul 11:30am - 12:30pm
£5 per class
Friday Night Flamenco
Led by Leticia Iglesias.
Start the weekend with the rhythm and passion of Flamenco! Step into the atmosphere of Andalusia – its movements and music. Start by learning the basic steps and progress through the courses, in a relaxed and fun environment!
Summer
9 June 8pm-9.30pm
16 June 8pm-9.30pm
23 June 8pm-9pm
14 July 8pm-9pm
21 July 8pm-9pm
£42 per term
For 18+ years.
- 14 Jul
- 21 Jul
Next Steps: Dance Intensive
Led by Charlie Dixon
Experience being an A-Troupe dancer in a real dance studio for three jam packed days. No audition necessary. Work with a professional dancer to develop your technique, learn routines and create your own choreography.
Suitable for ages 8+ years.
Tues 15 - Thur 17 Aug
10am - 4pm
£85 (£75 Advantage Card)
Make the most of your time here and book in to see a film at the end of the session. Screenings start at 4.15pm, under 16s tickets £5.
Tues 15 Aug 4.15pm - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul(U)
Wed 16 Aug 4.15pm - Inside Out (U)
Children will be seated in the balcony, accompanied by a chaperone.
Swing Crazy (August-September): 1930s-Style Dance
Led by John and Debra Scanlon.
Learn to Lindy Hop with a couple who have danced, performed and taught together since meeting on the dance floor in 1996. Lindy Hop is the great partner swing dance from New York's Savoy Ballroom. From exuberant and light-hearted to laid back and smooth, Lindy Hop is an expressive dance that puts a smile on every face. Join us for some beginner classes and you will soon be dancing to some of the greatest music ever.
No previous experience needed - come ready to have bags of fun. Bring a partner or come alone - it's up to you.
Tues 16 May – 19 Sept (exc 30 May, 1, 8, 29 Aug)
7.30pm – 8.40pm
£7 per class or £30 for block of 5
Offers applied in basket
You should wear comfortable clothes that leave you arms free and do not restrict movement. Layers are a good idea as you will be exercising indoors. Your shoes should be comfortable, flexible and secure. Smooth soles are highly recommended so that you can easily turn on the ball of the foot. Heavy shoes, raised soles or high heels are very much to be avoided.
Click here to visit the Swing Crazy Website
Jive Cats (August-September): 1950s-Style Dance
Led by John and Debra Scanlon.
Often wished that you could get up and jive in a 1950s-style when you hear that music? Well now you can learn with a couple who have performed and taught together since 1996.
Great fun, excellent for body and mind, our beginner classes can get you on the floor dancing authentic free-style jive to classic Rhythm & Blues and Rock 'n' Roll.
No previous dance experience – no problem. Bring a partner or come alone. Discover the great social jive scene in the area where you can use you moves, hear live music and practice with new friends.
Tues 16 May – 19 Sept (exc 30 May, 1, 8, 29 Aug)
8.45pm - 10.15pm
£8 per class or £35 for block of 5
Offers applied in basket
You should wear comfortable clothes that leave you arms free and do not restrict movement. Layers are a good idea as you will be exercising indoors. Your shoes should be comfortable, flexible and secure. Smooth soles are highly recommended so that you can easily turn on the ball of the foot. Heavy shoes, raised soles or high heels are very much to be avoided.
Click here to visit the Jive Cats Website
Hundred Watt Club
Hundred Watt Club return with a glittering, sublime and ridiculous evening of good old fashioned burlesque and cabaret entertainment.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of award winning burlesque artists, nail biting vaudeville thrills, rib tickling comedy and our soul soothing chanteuse.
Ages 18+ years.
WHY? A real ‘dress up and sit down’ evening of vintage inspired entertainment
Courtyard Theatre
£16
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Salsa at The Farm with Son Yambu
A thrilling night of authentic music and salsa, on our dance floor!
Son Yambu play Cuban son – the intoxicating fusion of Spanish and African rhythms that gave rise to salsa. They give this irresistible music a contemporary edge, bringing their audiences a truly, sensational, authentic Latin music experience.
WHY? Join us for a free salsa workshop before the event, spaces are limited so don’t miss out!
Courtyard Theatre
£15, Supporters £13 | This is a standing event with some allocated seating
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Kathakali
Presented by The Kala Chethena Kathakali Company.
Celebrating 30 years of touring the UK and the success of the 2015 UK Tour The Kala Chethena Kathakali Company is back in Britain in 2017 - direct from Kerala, with unforgettable Kathakali performances performed by top international performers, superb singers, rhythmic drummers and highly skilled make-up artists.
Kathakali is the classical dance drama of Kerala. It embraces drama, dance, music, visuals and ritual to create the most exotic, visually exciting and powerful forms of theatre. Colourful costumes and elaborate three dimensional make up magically transforms the actors into gods, kings, devils and princesses. They tell universal stories from the Hindu epics.
WHY? 'They perform with amazing grace and dignity. Intense, hypnotic and spectacularly beautiful' The Daily Telegraph
Courtyard Theatre
£12 (£10 conc), Family & Friends £32
Click here to visit the Kala Chethena Kathakali Company website