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Sharing our work with MA dance students at Trinity Laban

Today a group of SLiDE dancers went to Trinity Laban (in Deptford) to share our workshop methods with masters students. We introduced some ‘tried and tested’ dance games, creative tasks and sequences. We explored layering, agency and leading. Feedback from the dance students: ‘I enjoyed dancing and connecting with people in different ways’ ‘It wasContinue reading “Sharing our work with MA dance students at Trinity Laban”

Unexpected Item 2023!

We’ve been sliding back lately, celebrating our 10 years of creating! Now we get to slide back and forwards all at the same time. Woahhhhhhhh. NEXT Thursday we bring a reworked BUMPER version of Unexpected Item that we first made back in 2013. Think dancing barcodes, a wedding in reverse, basket wars, catalogue ripping, angryContinue reading “Unexpected Item 2023!”

Oozing joy at Liberty Festival

We have received some great feedback for our performance at the Liberty Festival on 3rd September: “The performers showed real confidence and creativity, as well as oozing joy and energy. Outdoor arts can be a challenging environment but there was a real robustness to the piece which filled the outdoor space and engaged a lotContinue reading “Oozing joy at Liberty Festival”

The Liberty Festival has landed

The Mayor of London’s flagship disability arts festival heads to Croydon and kicks off today at 6.30pm. The events run throughout Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday with plenty of free stuff happening….including a SLiDE performance in the Queen’s Gardens at the following times: 12.45-1pm1.30-1.45pm3.15-3.30pm Full programme:

Resolution reviews!

Crosswor(l)ds was a resounding hit at Resolution, the audience were captivated and the piece really communicated what SLiDE is trying to achieve: “They are worlds colliding on stage, and what happens here is a true collaboration, a showcase of their individualities as they take inspiration from one other…..the performers are really going for it, occupying the space, andContinue reading “Resolution reviews!”

Resolution Festival: 2022

SLiDE dancers Aaron and Will present Crosswor(l)ds their new duet, which explores their quest for solutions in an ever-changing world. Wednesday 25th May, 7.30pm. The Place Theatre, King’s Cross: Tickets Two young male performers, from their unique perspectives, attempt to discover the rules of the game moving from meticulous planning to improvised chaos and everythingContinue reading “Resolution Festival: 2022”

Bookings open: Easter dance intensive for young people

SLiDE is running an Easter holiday dance intensive for people aged 11-25 with a learning disability, autism or support needs. The emphasis is on fun, creativity and making new friends through dance. Running 11th – 14th April the sessions will take place in the dance studio at Coombe Wood School in South Croydon. Participants canContinue reading “Bookings open: Easter dance intensive for young people”

Spotlight: Andrea Swainson

Andrea leads our Wednesday afternoon sessions and is a specialist in inclusive dance practice: ‘My Wednesday sessions with SLiDE are the highlight of my week. We have been exploring some of the SLiDE’s value’s this term and looking at connections, togetherness and empowerment. I’m always amazed at the groups willingness to give everything a tryContinue reading “Spotlight: Andrea Swainson”