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Expressions

Expressions - a celebration of inclusive dance

Returning to the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, Expressions showcases the exciting new work of inclusive dance groups from Yorkshire and beyond. Celebrating the talents of disabled dancers, this is the only event of its kind in Leeds.  

Candoco, the world’s foremost inclusive dance company perform I think we should start over.  Expect music from your favourite films and musicals, and all styles of dance from disco to contemporary. Described as ‘inspiring’, ‘moving’ and ‘fun’, Expressions will have you dancing in your seat.  

To be accessible for performers and audiences alike, all performances have a relaxed structure.

Ticket price: Pay What You Can 

The line-up will be announced here soon. 

Volunteer at Expressions

Two presenters are on stage at expressions. The woman on the left is in a wheelchair wearing a sparkly gold dress and red hair. The woman on the right is stood up with a walking stick, wearing a black top, gold sequin skirt and long black hair.

Vacancy: Expressions Presenter

We’re looking for an energetic, D/deaf or disabled presenter who can host our Expressions performances in July 2023.
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Vacancy: Volunteer at Expressions

Volunteer at Expressions, our celebration of inclusive dance.
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12 – 13 Jul 2023

Northern Ballet

Expressions

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14 Jul 2023

Expressions: Translating Classical Technique Workshop

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‘The facilities and the inclusivity of the event offers young people an unforgettable experience and an opportunity that is not widely available for Special Educational Needs groups’

Karen Williams, Greenacre School

‘The event is a brilliant performance opportunity, well organised and within great facilities. Our group wish to improve their performance skills and share their artistic practice widely. Expressions helps us to do this in a supported and trusted environment’

Ceri Brierley, Raised

Supported by
Yorkshire Charity Clay Days logo with an illustration of Duncombe Park house.
The Liz & Terry Brammall Foundation
The Keith Howard Foundation

I think we should start over is supported by Without Walls and commissioned by Brighton Festival. 

Upcoming

A girl in a pink jacket and black backpack in Northern Ballet's building foyer.

Volunteer at Expressions

Are you D/deaf or disabled and passionate about inclusive dance? Want to be a part of Expressions but being on stage isn’t for you? Meet like-minded people while supporting the eve
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Two presenters are on stage at expressions. The woman on the left is in a wheelchair wearing a sparkly gold dress and red hair. The woman on the right is stood up with a walking stick, wearing a black top, gold sequin skirt and long black hair.

Vacancy: Expressions Presenter

We’re looking for an energetic, D/deaf or disabled presenter who can host our Expressions performances in July 2023.
Read more
A purple background with 6 images in bubbles of people dancing on stage. There are green and blue swirls on the background of the image.

Expressions

Returning to the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, Expressions showcases the exciting new work of inclusive dance groups from Yorkshire and beyond. Celebrating the talents of dis
Read more
Joseph is sat in a wheelchair with his arms stretched on the left, and on the right he is lifting himself up on red crutches with both his legs swung behind him.

Expressions: Translating Classical Technique Workshop

Led by professional disabled dancer Joseph Powell-Main, the workshop will focus on how the classical technique can be approached to allow dancers with different needs to be able to
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