What will be happening?

There will be numerous opportunities to watch and participate in dance activity on the day. Passers-by in Leeds will be able to experience a range of dance styles from hip hop to contemporary, and from ballet to street.

Where can I see dance?

Catch dance performances at 7 different city centre locations on the day including:

1. Victoria Leeds – outside John Lewis
2. Victoria Quarter – near the Vicar Lane entrance
3. Trinity Leeds – Outside the Apple Shop and near the bridge
4. Brigatte – Near to Topshop
5. Lands Lane – Outside WHSmith
6. Dortmund Square – Outside Sainsbury’s
7. Leeds City Kirkgate Market – Event space and varied spaces throughout the market

Who will be performing?

We are excited to welcome a diverse range of professional dance companies and community groups to perform:

• Company Chameleon
• Hawk Dance Theatre
• Northern Rascals
• DAZL
• Kick off Boys
• Mind The Gap
• Northern Ballet Academy

Follow NSCD’s Learning and Participation team on Twitter and Instagram to see the full line up as the groups are announced.

Get involved!

4 workshops will take place in Kirkgate Market’s event space on the day:

• 11- 11.30 – DAZL presents a workshop fusing street and contemporary dance styles

• 12 – 12.30 –  Phoenix Dance Theatre’s ‘No Bounds’ group (for boys aged 8 – 12 years) holds a session for energetic and enthusiastic boys who want to develop and learn new dance skills.

• 1 – 1.30 – NSCD’s Saturday School (for boys aged 7 -12 years) leads a session all about having fun, developing confidence and channelling energy into creativity. The workshop introduces young boys to contemporary dance techniques and creative work.

• 2 – 2.30 – Kick Off Boys Dance Project (ages 12 – 18 years) delivers a workshop all about fusing different dance styles, from contemporary through to street; bring your energy with you!

Find out more:

On the day, visit our information hub at the event space in Kirkgate Market to find:

• Schedules for performances and workshops
• Information, advice and guidance on what dance is available for boys in Leeds

Follow:

Use #collideboys to join the conversation. Follow the day via Twitter and Instagram