Strictly Wandsworth
The first major event of Wandsworth’s tenure as London’s Borough of Culture is set to be an electrifying celebration of dance and movement. Strictly Wandsworth is coming to Battersea Park on Saturday 26 April.
Dance is one of the most powerful forms of self-expression. Strictly Wandsworth will celebrate the powerful force of dance for mental and physical health, connection, and creativity.
Expect show-stopping performances, including the biggest dance spectacle the borough has ever seen, bringing together 200 dancers from 22 local organisations. Created by world-renowned choreographer Jeanefer Jean-Charles (London 2012 Olympics), the event will feature various groups including Tavaziva Dance and London Children’s Ballet, culminating in a mass dance finale led by Patience J ( accomplished dancer, choreographer and TikTok star), where everyone can join in.
There will also be other workshops, performances, and interactive activities throughout the day. Designed for all ages, abilities, and interests; because no matter if you have two-left feet, dance is for everyone to enjoy.
More information on the full programme of activities will be coming very soon, as well as how to get your hands on free tickets.
Strictly Wandsworth is a free event and will be open to all, but tickets are limited so make sure you are signed up to our mailing list to be the first to receive information.
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Creative Director: Jeanefer Jean-Charles MBE
Jeanefer Jean-Charles MBE is a globally respected Creative Director and Producer with over 20 years’ experience, specialising in large-scale performances, opening ceremonies, stadium events, outdoor spectacles, carnivals, and parades.
Career highlights include: the Coronation Festival at Buckingham Palace 2013, Artistic Director for The Rugby League World Cup Opening Ceremony 2013, Mass Movement Director for Roald Dahl’s City of the Unexpected 2016 and for The F.A. Cup Final Opening Ceremony at Wembley 2016. Choreographer for the award winning The Return of Colmcille, Derry-Londonderry City of Culture 2013, and the film Engineering Happiness for the Institution of Civil Engineers, The People’s Flag film for Liverpool’s Eurovision Festival and Movement Coordinator on all four of the London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremonies.
Her most recent work as Artistic Director and Choreographer are Black Victorians and Patois - both touring the UK and internationally with a cast of 5 dancers - Produced by festival.org and co-commissioned by Without Walls, Brighton Festival, Hat Fair and Norfolk & Norwich Festival.
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