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* This event has been cancelled following the announcement of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II *

Two extraordinary days of discovery and dance transform the piazzas, parks and waterfronts of Canary Wharf into Dancing City.

Discover a spectacular mix of international and UK dance, from afrobeats to ballet, stilt-walking to traditional Indian dance. 

Programme:
Flagrant Délire presented By Compagnie Yann Lheureux
- A contemporary reimagining of the myth of Icarus that defies gravity and expectation
Venue: Canary Wharf Riverside

Migrare Presented By Cia Maduixa
- Four migrant women fight for a new place to call home.
Venue: Canary Wharf Riverside

Crowd_Ctrl presented By AndroidX + MHz
- Afro street moves collide with tech and LED visuals.
Venue: Jubilee Plaza, Canary Wharf

Get Lost presented By Joe Garbett Dance
- Help two happy hikers on their way and dive into a wholesome, high-energy dance adventure, where tents can dance and massive maps swamp the land.  
Venue: Wren Landing, Canary Wharf

Four Seasons presented By James Wilton Dance
- Fusing capoeira, acrobatics, martial arts and classical dance, this uplifting performance is characterised by intense physicality and driving energy.  
Venue: Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf

The Album: Live presented By SAY
- In an explosive mix of fast-paced, slick dance routines and incredible music tracks, SAY celebrate the joy and innocence of making up dances to your favourite music.  
Venue: Jubilee Plaza, Canary Wharf

Sleepwalker presented By The Royal Ballet with Joe Powell-Main
- A contemporary reimagining of La Sonnambula (The Sleepwalker), this new piece challenges traditional perceptions of ballet, movement and form in a captivating performance with music by Sophie Cotton.
Venue: Columbus Courtyard, Canary Wharf

Knot presented By Motionhouse
- Extreme physicality, awe inspiring lifts and contact choreography come together in this emotional duet that explores the twists and turns of relationships.
Venue: Crossrail Place, Canary Wharf

Deva presented By Pagrav Dance
- Playfully questioning perceptions, Urja Desai Thakore and Hetain Patel put classical Indian dance right in the heart of the city, reframing movement with sound and text to reveal insights and surprises at every turn. 
Venue: Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf

Vivace presented By Centre Chorégraphique National de Caen en Normandie
- In music Vivace means lively.
Venue: Columbus Courtyard, Canary Wharf

Ding Dong presented By New Adventures
- An unexpected friendship unfolds in this joyful and theatrical dance duet as a set of parcel deliveries breaks down social barriers and preconceptions. 
Venue: Jubilee Place Shopping Centre Canary Wharf

High Tide presented By New Adventures
- Set against the backdrop of Canary Wharf’s South Dock, this London premiere follows the surprising journey of 5 individuals on their voyage to find happiness.
Venue: Harbour Quay Gardens Canary Wharf

* Part of Greenwich+Docklands International Festival 2022

* Supported by Canary Wharf Arts + Events