A day of dance celebrating movement, community and perseverance.

An event in collaboration with Dance Umbrella and Brixton House.

Description

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.

Event Schedule

WORKSHOP
Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy: For the Joy

Time: 1pm-2.30pm
Price: £5
Recommended age: Over 30s

A general level hip hop dance workshop for over 30s accompanied by a DJ. Come along and rediscover the joy of moving your body in a fun and relaxed space – no competition, just rhythm, flow and good vibes. This session is taught by award-winning choreographer and co-founder of the renowned Boy Blue company Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy.

WORKSHOP
Jamaal Burkmar: How to Build a Universe

Time: 2.45pm-5.45pm
Price: £10
Recommended age: All ages
Experience level: All levels

In this three-hour workshop, movement becomes a playful game of choices. Together, we’ll explore space, music, relationships and awareness, discovering how every decision shapes what we create.

Through instant composition, you’ll practice reading the room, responding in the moment and making bold choices that serve the group. By the end, we’ll have built something unique: a living universe made entirely from our shared decisions. The session ends with a public sharing in the theatre foyer of the material we have made together.

PERFORMANCE
Chandenie Gobardhan: Caught Again in the Net of Rebirth

Time: 6pm-6.30pm
Price: £8
Recommended age: All ages

Caught in the Net of Rebirth is a hypnotic journey through the paradox of time, inspired by Trimurti – a powerful symbol of creation, preservation and destruction. This extract, which is part of a longer work, will be followed by a Q&A with the choreographer.

Blending past, present and future into a single moment, the work traces shifting identities and timelines, where ego dissolves and transformation begins. It’s a meditation on death, rebirth and the mysteries of self.

In the womb of time, every ending holds the seed of a new beginning.

WORKSHOP
Queer Salsa: Partner work for Complete Beginners

Time: 7pm-8pm
Price: £5
Recommended age: All ages
Experience level: Beginners

Step into the joy of Salsa in a warm, inclusive space that celebrates Queer connection, care, and consent. In this one-hour beginner class, you’ll learn foundational footwork, playful styling, and the basics of leading or following, you choose your role. Through partner-swapping and connection exercises, you’ll explore tension, rhythm, and flow while picking up fun Salsa moves like the basic step, side step, right turn, and a 360 spin. Come solo or with friends and leave with the basics of Salsa partner work.

WORKSHOP
Queer Salsa: Dancing the Orishas—Afro-Cuban Dance

Time: 8pm-9pm
Price: £5
Recommended age: All ages
Experience level: All levels

Discover the African heartbeat of Salsa in this powerful, all-levels workshop with Cuban-born, Queer artist Tropicana Dance, part of Queer Salsa’s collective of practitioners. You’ll learn the story and movements of Oshun, the Orisha of love, beauty, and rivers, using traditional skirts (for anyone, regardless of gender) to embody the dance. Along the way, Tropicana Dance will share how Afro-Cuban dance preserves spiritual traditions born from resistance. We’ll close with a joyful group dance and a stunning solo from Tropicana Dance.

DJ SET
AUKA

Time: 9pm-11pm
Price: Free
Recommended age: All ages

Bass-heavy, percussive music celebrating the global underground. Practice your moves and dance to the rhythm of AUKA’s unique sound.