Bolder not Older (Hammersmith & Fulham)

July 2016

In December 2015 DanceWest were awarded funding to deliver a programme of classes for older adults 70+. Since then DanceWest have delivered 25 free dance classes at Sycamore House, Hammersmith. The classes have been very popular from adults in the sheltered accommodation and from local residents. 

On Wednesday 27 July, the adults shared their work to friends and family and celebrated the end of term wth a tea party. The classes will resume in September, with support from Hammersmith United Charities and Open Age. 

Mr. Gaga

July 2016

As part of the Big Dance programme, DanceWest hosted two screenings of Mr Gaga a film about Ohad Naharin one of the most prominent and innovative choreographers in the world. We also arranged a live Q&A session with the Director Tomer Heymann. The screenings were so popular we hope to produce an event in September – stay tuned for more details. 

Ignition Dance Festival - Choreographers Platform

July 2016

DanceWest produced Ignition Dance Festival: Choreographers Platform. Selected from a national competition, six of the UK’s finest choreographers Salah El Brogy, Cindy Claes, Jane Coulston, Sally Marie, Estela Merlos and Thomasin Gulgec, premiered new work under the theme Dis-order. Over 650 people attended the performance on Saturday 2 July at Rose Theatre Kingston.