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A world-leading professional and inclusive dance company, continually expanding perceptions of #WhatDanceCanBe | candoco.co.uk
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Candoco Dance Company @candocodance.bsky.social · Oct 13
Company Class | 1 week to go! 🎉
Join us next Monday at Clod Ensemble for a 90-minute movement class inspired by Candoco's ongoing learning about inclusive practice!

For disabled & non-disabled dance practitioners with professional or vocational dance experience
➡️ candoco.co.uk/events/company-class/
Poster announcing company class reading 'Company Class 20 Oct - 28 Nov | 10.30 am - 12 pm | Clod Ensemble London'. A white Candoco logo features on the top right of the image with blue branding elements on the bottom right corner. In the background, two dancers perform on stage - one person stands at the front with hands raised and close together and one at the back lying on one side.
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Book your Inclusive Teacher Training and learn how to make your teaching practice more accessible, reaching a wider audience! ✨
▪ 1-Day Inclusive Teacher Training | 1 Feb 2026
▪ 90-Minute Inclusive Teacher Training | 26 Jan 2026

Book your tickets: candoco.co.uk/whats-on/
📸: Marie Von Krogh
A group of participants is engaging in a workshop. The focus is on two people writing on large sheets of paper on the ground. In the background, other participants observe whilst resting on bean bags. A large paper sheet reading participants' feedback around the question: "Why do I want to make my practice even more inclusive?". Answers include feedback like: "Because I see or I am more open to the diversity in my group" "Making dance more accessible - anybody is a dancing body" "This is a need" "Understanding of self and others" "So everyone can dance and feel their own power' "To contribute to a richer culture and society"
November 17, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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From our friends at The Place:

HOMECOMING performs today and tomorrow! 🎉

HOMECOMING blends storytelling, dynamic choreography, and cutting-edge technology to trace the journey of a woman searching for her lost sense of self.

Book your tickets: theplace.org.uk/events/autumn-25-homecoming
HOMECOMING | The Place
A journey back into oneself. What happens when your world falls apart? You descend into the underworld and reclaim your ruins, pick up your wrinkled though
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October 31, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Join James Olivo’s Company Class next Tuesday, 4 November, 10.30 am – 12 pm at Clod Ensemble. Explore improvisation, connection, and togetherness through movement. Classes run Monday – Thursday next week. £5 tickets - grab yours now!
candoco.co.uk/events/company-class/
Headshot of James Olivo, a person with a shaved bald head and wearing earrings and a black long-sleeve shirt. They are smiling and looking slightly to the side, away from the camera. James self-describes as: a Filipino-Chinese person in their late 20s, with a shaved head. A dancer moving flowingly on stage during a performance. Captured leaning their head on one side with arms raised and one leg pushed backwards.
October 31, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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CreativeLab is an intensive for young, disabled and non-disabled participants, aged 16-25 – designed to support them in developing their own choreographic voice.

Apply to join - limited spaces available:
candoco.co.uk/events/creativelab/

Applications will close Monday, 8 December, 5 pm (GMT).
Poster for CreativeLab, running Monday 16 to Friday 20 February 2026. The white Candoco logo appears in the top right corner. Text reads: “Develop your choreographic skills and take your creative practice to the next level with Candoco’s free, week-long intensive for young D/deaf, disabled, neurodivergent, and non-disabled participants (aged 16–25).” In the background, a group of participants in a dance class raise their hands above their heads.
October 24, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Temitope Ajose leads Company Class tomorrow - Thur, 23 Oct, 10.30 am–12 pm at Clod Ensemble. Temi’s class will explore proximity and the space in between.

Expect detail, flow & connection.
🎟️ £5 tickets→ bit.ly/CompanyClass25
Headshot of Temitope Ajose, a person with mid-length dreadlocks, wearing a bright silver jacket over a yellow top, and smiling warmly at the camera. Temi self-describes as: a tall black woman, in her mid-40s with mid-length, small sister locks. A dancer in a studio space, captured mid-movement with their body turned to the side, arms extended forward, and hair flowing through the air.
October 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Anna Seymour leads Company Class this Wed, 22 Oct, 10:30 am–12 pm at Clod Ensemble. Explore body, mind, & spirit connection through movement, imagery + somatic practice. Get £5 tickets via: candoco.co.uk/events/company-class/

This class will be delivered in BSL with spoken English voiceover.
Headshot of Anna Seymour, smiling with short curly brown hair. They are wearing an orange top with a black sports bra visible underneath. Anna self-describes as: a white woman in her 40s with dark curly hair that comes to just above the shoulder and a wavy fringe. They have a nose ring and freckles. They are Deaf and have a petite frame. A person dances in the foreground, supporting themselves on one hand with eyes closed, while two other dancers stand blurred in the background.
October 20, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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🎉 Join Annie Edwards’ Company Class!
Mon 20 Oct, 10.30–12 @ Clod Ensemble

You can expect ideas around repetition, continuous movement, rest, and exchange with others.

🎟️ £5 tickets → candoco.co.uk/events/company-class/
candoco.co.uk/events/company-class/
Headshot of Annie Edwards, a person with short, blonde curly hair, smiling at the camera. They are wearing a grey and purple top layered under a black gilet jacket, with their arms positioned behind their back. Annie self-describes as: a white woman of short stature (in her 20s) with short curly hair.
October 16, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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Company Class | 1 week to go! 🎉
Join us next Monday at Clod Ensemble for a 90-minute movement class inspired by Candoco's ongoing learning about inclusive practice!

For disabled & non-disabled dance practitioners with professional or vocational dance experience
➡️ candoco.co.uk/events/company-class/
Poster announcing company class reading 'Company Class 20 Oct - 28 Nov | 10.30 am - 12 pm | Clod Ensemble London'. A white Candoco logo features on the top right of the image with blue branding elements on the bottom right corner. In the background, two dancers perform on stage - one person stands at the front with hands raised and close together and one at the back lying on one side.
October 13, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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Want to build confidence in teaching inclusive dance?
Join us for our 1-Day Inclusive Teacher Training and deepen your teaching skills! Tickets are now live.

Learn more and apply for the event: candoco.co.uk/events/1-day-inclusive-teacher-training/
Two people dancing in a dimly lit indoor space, leaning to one side with one arm extended overhead. In the foreground, two blurred figures with their backs to the camera enhance the focus on a central dancer, in sharp detail, who smiles joyfully. Candoco's logo appears on the top right of the image. At the bottom, white text reads: '1-Day | Inclusive Teacher Training 1 February 2026 | 10 am - 5 pm Clod Ensemble, London'
October 10, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Excited to welcome Kirsten Vaughan and Rachel Evans to our Board of Trustees, bringing diverse experience from across the private, public, and charity sectors.

Learn more about our new Board Members via the link below:
candoco.co.uk/who-we-are/s...
A promotional poster announcing two new members joining Candoco’s Board. The design features a black background with white text: the word ‘Appointed’ appears in the top left beside a white Candoco logo, and the phrase ‘new board members’ appears at the bottom. Bold teal coloured forward slashes reflect the company’s branding. Centred in the poster are three headshots displayed side by side. A promotional poster announcing Kirsten Vaughan - a new member joining Candoco’s Board. The design features a black background with white text: the word ‘Appointed’ appears in the top left beside a white Candoco logo. Centred in the poster is a circular headshot of Kirsten - a person with short, blonde, curly hair, smiling gently at the camera. White text reads 'Kirsten Vaughan Board Member' appears at the bottom. Bold pink forward slashes reflect the company’s branding. A promotional poster announcing Rachel Evans - a new member joining Candoco’s Board. The design features a black background with white text: the word ‘Appointed’ appears in the top left beside a white Candoco logo. Centred in the poster is a circular black and white headshot of Rachel, a person with straight, mid-length hair, smiling joyfully at the camera. White text reads 'Rachel Evans Board Member' appears at the bottom. Bold green forward slashes reflect the company’s branding.
October 9, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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Just announced two exciting, new inclusive dance opportunities for dance practitioners & artists: Company Class (20 Oct–28 Nov) & ArtistLab (24–28 Nov) at Clod Ensemble.

Learn more about these events and book your tickets: candoco.co.uk/whats-on/

Photo credit: Camilla Greenwell.
A person with short brown hair dances joyfully in a bright indoor space, wearing dark blue joggers and a light blue long-sleeve cardigan, one arm extended and a hand on their chest.
October 6, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Great to see @candocodance.bsky.social's inclusion in this really interesting piece from Kate Wyver!

It dives into the threats the thriving disabled dance sector are facing, including the cuts to Access to Work grants.

Give it a read 👉 @thestage.co.uk www.thestage.co.uk/long-reads/d...
Disabled dance sector: Access barriers threaten innovation
The disabled dance sector is thriving in many ways but is also under threat from under-the-radar cuts to Access to Work grants. Kate Wyver investigates
www.thestage.co.uk
September 26, 2025 at 10:42 AM
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Ready to learn and develop choreographic skills in an inclusive environment?
Join CreativeLab – a dynamic, week-long intensive for young D/deaf, disabled, neurodivergent, and non-disabled participants aged 16–25!

Applications are now open! candoco.co.uk/events/creat...

Ph. Camilla Greenwell
Decorative image reading 'CreativeLab Mon 16-Fri 20 Feb 2026', 'Join Us!'. The background image shows a dance class taking place in a studio. Three class participants are standing still facing the same direction, with their arms raised in the air.
September 25, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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Meet our new Project Manager for CreativeLab, Lucy McCrudden!

Bringing 22 years of experience in learning and participation, Lucy joined us on an interim basis to support the delivery of key learning initiatives planned for early 2026.

Learn more about Lucy: candoco.co.uk/people/lucy-...
Lucy McCrudden - Candoco
Lucy McCrudden joins Candoco as project lead for CreativeLab 2026. Lucy is and award-winning advocate for dancing parents.
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September 13, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Over and Over (and over again), a co-production by @candocodance.bsky.social and Dan Daw Projects, is a fanfare for rave culture and the disabled body.

Read Colin Hambrook's review ⬇️
disabilityarts.online/magazine/rev...
Five diverse dancers pose together on a plinth, facing stage right, but turning towards the camera. Behind them is a shiny green curtain.
July 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Are you aged 16-25, passionate about dance, and interested in a Creative Lab and week-long intensive for D/deaf, disabled, neurodivergent and non-disabled participants?

Learn more below from @candocodance.bsky.social 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾
August 30, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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Are you aged 16-25? Passionate about dance and choreography? Based in Southwark, London?

Join CreativeLab (Feb 2026): A week-long intensive for D/deaf, disabled, neurodivergent, and non-disabled participants who are interested in choreography and inclusive dance!

candoco.co.uk/events/creativelab/
CreativeLab - Candoco
CreativeLab is a week-long intensive for disabled and non-disabled young people (16–25) to explore and grow their unique choreographic voice.
candoco.co.uk
August 30, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Read, watch, listen and digest the full research findings from 'Barriers to Progression & Employment in Dance for Disabled People' - a research study evidencing the barriers that disabled people experience when working in dance.

Full report: www.beyondbarriersindance.info/reports-and-resources
Black background with white text reading: “Beyond Barriers in Dance – Barriers to Progression and Employment in Dance for Disabled People.” The image reads "2025" and includes the names and logos of participating companies: Candoco Dance Company, Corali, People Dancing, Stopgap Dance Company, and TIN Arts.
August 14, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Welcome to Toni Adebajo, our new Volunteer Secretary on our Board of Trustees! 🎉 Toni is a freelance access consultant with an MA in Arts & Cultural Management from King’s College, combining legal and arts expertise with a strong commitment to accessibility, equity, and anti-colonial practices.
A promotional poster announcing Toni Adebajo - a new member joining Candoco’s Board. The design features a black background with white text: the word ‘Appointed’ appears in the top left beside a white Candoco logo. Centred in the poster is a circular headshot of Toni - a person with short, dark braided hair wearing a blue jumper, looking directly at the camera with a serious expression. White text reads "Toni Adebajo Volunteer Secretary" appears at the bottom. Bold orange forward slashes reflect the company’s branding.
August 13, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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We're thrilled to announce that last week, our Board Member Sarah Howard has been appointed as the Government’s Disability and Access Ambassador (Arts and Culture) - a role that sits within the Disability Unit of the Office for Equality and Opportunity!
Sarah Howard Named Disability and Access Ambassador for Arts and Culture - Candoco
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August 6, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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From our friends at @weareunlimited.bsky.social - A wonderful funding opportunity for disabled artists in England, Scotland and Wales! 🎉 Read the post below for more details👇

Deadline for applications: Monday 29 September 2025
weareunlimited.bsky.social Unlimited @weareunlimited.bsky.social · Aug 4
💥 Applications are now open for our Open Awards 2025/26! 💥

We’re offering £413k to disabled artists in England, Scotland and Wales.

Got a bold, brilliant idea that’s ready to shake things up? Applications are open now until Monday 29 September 2025.

Find out more and apply: bit.ly/4mHxqRZ
A graphic introducing our open call. Text reads 'Open Awards. Supporting bold creative visions from disabled artists.' Next to this is a photo of three performers in colourful costumes dance on a circular, illuminated stage under a large ring of lights suspended from the ceiling. The theatrical set resembles a futuristic nightclub or cabaret venue with neon signage, curved architectural elements, and vibrant purple and blue lighting throughout the space.
August 6, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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From pre-show moments of meaningful connection to an epic after-party with Deaf Rave, our opening night of Over and Over (and over again) at Sadler’s Wells East was truly special - a celebration of dance and community that marked the London debut of our latest commission with Dan Daw CP.
A person wearing a black vibrating vest dances joyfully, smiling widely. A person wearing a black vibrating vest dances joyfully, smiling widely. A DJ stands behind a DJ station in front of a large glass window, smiling and giving a thumbs-up toward the camera. A large group of people, gathered in smaller clusters, chat and enjoy drinks in a spacious indoor venue.
July 30, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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We’re delighted to welcome Maria, Niranjan and Beth to our Board of Trustees. Each brings a distinctive perspective & a breadth of expertise that will enrich our governance and support our mission.

Welcome to Maria, Niranjan, and Beth - we're really excited to have you on the team ✨
A promotional poster announcing three new members joining Candoco’s Board. The design features a black background with white text: the word ‘Appointed’ appears in the top left beside a white Candoco logo, and the phrase ‘new board members’ appears at the bottom. Bold orange forward slashes reflect the company’s branding. Centred in the poster are three headshots displayed side by side.
July 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Feeling uplifted after a fantastic day at Sadler’s Wells East’s first Symposium yesterday, part of YFX - a festival of young dance.

We shared insights into the inclusive practice behind Over and Over (and over again) and explored practical ways to build more inclusive spaces.
Two Candoco staff members give a live presentation on the inclusive practices developed during the creation of Candoco’s latest work, Over and Over (and over again). They stand in front of an audience, whose backs face the camera. Behind the presenters, two large screens display slides with text and images from the production. Six panelists seated on stage engage in a discussion in front of a live audience, whose backs are facing the camera. Two large screens behind the panel display a presentation featuring Sadler's Wells East's festival logo ‘YFX.’
July 25, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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The full research findings from ‘Barriers to Progression & Employment in Dance for Disabled People’ are now live!

The research reports are available below in full and short lengths & in a range of accessible formats - including video, audio, and BSL: beyondbarriersindance.info/reports-and-resources
Black text highlighted in yellow reads 'Barriers to Progression and Employment in Dance for Disabled People'. Logos for Stopgap Dance Company, TIN Arts, People Dancing, Candoco Dance Company, Corali Dance Company and Arts Council England are shown below the text.
June 27, 2025 at 11:56 AM