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Dance Umbrella is a renowned dance company based in London, offering a diverse range of dance performances and activities. With a passion for promoting the arts, Dance Umbrella brings together talented dancers and choreographers from around the world to showcase their innovative works.
Each year, Dance Umbrella organises the highly anticipated Dance Umbrella Festival, a month-long event that takes place across various locations in London as well as online. The festival features an exciting lineup of performances, workshops, and collaborations, offering audiences a unique and immersive dance experience.
Dance Umbrella's commitment to inclusivity is evident through their call-outs for participants. They actively seek dancers of all ages and backgrounds, bridging generational gaps and inviting the community to be a part of the festival. Through initiatives like the Family (dys)Function participant call-out, young dancers aged 12-18 and older participants aged 55+ from the Croydon area have the opportunity to showcase their talent on the Dance Umbrella stage.
Support from patrons and donors is essential in making Dance Umbrella Festival a success, and the company appreciates any contributions to help them continue to bring great dance to London. From small donations to larger gifts, every contribution is valued and goes towards supporting talented dancers, facilitating workshops, and organising future festivals.
Located at Somerset House in the West Wing, Dance Umbrella is easily accessible for audiences and participants alike. Their dedicated team is passionate about creating memorable dance experiences and is always ready to assist with any inquiries or information.
To stay updated on the latest news, events, and opportunities from Dance Umbrella, visitors can join their mailing list. Regular newsletters are sent out to keep subscribers informed and engaged. In addition, Dance Umbrella can also be followed on social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube, where they share behind-the-scenes glimpses, videos, and highlights from their performances.
Dance Umbrella is a registered charity and operates with the aim of promoting and celebrating dance as an art form. With their commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement, Dance Umbrella continues to leave a lasting impact on the dance scene in London and beyond.