Brixton House Takeover is a bold celebration of movement, community and perseverance, presented in new collaboration between Dance Umbrella, Brixton House and CASA, Brixton House’s Associate Company. Honouring the spirit of resistance and unity that defines Brixton, this day of dance brings people of all ages together to move, create and connect. Experience energising events and workshops from groundbreaking artists, transforming Brixton House into a living, breathing space of joy and expression.
Whether you’re stepping on the floor for the first time or a seasoned dancer, this takeover is a call to come together — to honour the past, embrace the present and move into the future as Brixton House marks the 40th Anniversary of the 1985 Brixton uprising.
Line-Up includes:
For the Joy - Over 30s workshop with Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy
How to Build a Universe - open level workshop with Jamaal Burkmar
Caught Again in the Net of Rebirth - performance by Chandenie Gobardhan
Partnerwork for complete beginners with Queer Salsa
Dancing the Orishas - Afro-Cuban dance with Queer Salsa
DJ AUKA
Photo: Alice Underwood