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English National Ballet: Swan Lake

Written by: Derek Deane

Choreographer Derek Deane's highly dramatic version of the Tchaikovsky ballet is performed in the round, featuring 60 swans which glide across the arena floor. Artist director Tamara Rojo performs the role of Odette/Odile in some performances.

Royal Albert Hall, London SW7

Wed 12 Jun

£19.50–£65; £19.50–£59.50 / 0845 401 5045

19:30

Thu 13 Jun

£19.50–£65; £19.50–£59.50 / 0845 401 5045

19:30

Fri 14 Jun

£19.50–£65; £19.50–£59.50 / 0845 401 5045

19:30

…and 8 more dates until 23 Jun

Afrostars Family Presents

Afrobeat, Zimbabwean and Latin dance music courtesy of Thomas Mapfumo and Nox.

The Coronet, London SE1

Fri 24 May

£10 adv / 020 7701 1500

22:00 – 04:30

Baby Loves Disco

Baby Loves Disco is a chance for kids aged six months–seven years (and their parents) to get their respective grooves on, alongside the chance to sample the delights of bubble machines, instruments and a Gymboree chillout zone, with face-painting and healthy snacks included.

Audio, Brighton

Mon 27 May

£8 / 08444 999990

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

12:00 – 14:00
15:00 – 17:00

Electric Circus, Edinburgh

Sun 26 May

£8 / 08444 999990

14:00 – 17:00

Sun 30 Jun

£8 / 08444 999990

14:00 – 17:00

Sun 28 Jul

£8 / 08444 999990

14:00 – 17:00

…and 5 more dates until 29 Dec

Mansion House, Glasgow

Sun 2 Jun

£8 / 08444 999990

14:00 – 17:00

Sun 7 Jul

£8 / 08444 999990

14:00 – 17:00

Sun 4 Aug

£8 / 08444 999990

14:00 – 17:00

…and 4 more dates until 1 Dec

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Mariinsky Ballet: Swan Lake

The company's performance of Swan Lake, screened in 3D.

Cineworld Aberdeen Union Square

Thu 6 Jun

3D

0871 200 2000

18:15

Cineworld Aldershot

Thu 6 Jun

3D

0871 200 2000

18:15

Cineworld Ashford

Thu 6 Jun

3D

0871 200 2000

18:15

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…and at 101 other places

Catherine Gallagher: Queen Of The Dance

Sensational and breathtaking solos from this ex-Riverdance star, bringing to stage an electrifying performance of world class dancing with a new theatrical extravaganza of Irish Dance accompanied by beautiful live music.

Baths Hall, Scunthorpe

Fri 24 May

£16–£22.50 / 0844 854 2776

19:30

Belgrade Theatre, Coventry

Sat 25 May

£17.50–£24.75 (£15.50–£22.75) / 024 7655 3055

19:45

Middlesbrough Theatre

Tue 21 May

£20 (£18) / 01642 815181

19:30

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Sway Break Dance (Ages 6-16)

Learn techniques including popping and locking.

Winter Gardens, Weston-super-Mare

Mon 20 May

£3.50 per week / 01934 417117

18:15 – 19:00

Mon 27 May

£3.50 per week / 01934 417117

18:15 – 19:00

Mon 3 Jun

£3.50 per week / 01934 417117

18:15 – 19:00

…and 8 more dates until 29 Jul

Ballet Theatre UK: Alice In Wonderland

Written by: Christopher Moore

A ballet choreographed by the company's artistic director Christopher Moore, based on Lewis Carroll's novel and set to music by Tchaikovsky.

Assembly Rooms, Tamworth

Sat 15 Jun

£15 (£12) / 01827 709618

19:30

Beck Theatre, Hayes

Sun 19 May

£19 (£17.50; Children £14; £62) / 020 8561 8371

19:30

Corn Exchange, Dorchester Arts Centre

Wed 5 Jun

£15; £13 members (£11) / 01305 266926

19:30

Thu 6 Jun

£15; £13 members (£11) / 01305 266926

19:30

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…and at 1 other place

Bright Night International Workshops

Young people (aged 16–25) can get a little taster in circus skills, urban dance, and performance with a tryout workshop with Bright Night International. From this, there is the chance to be a part of a 12-week training programme and the opportunity to perform at Edinburgh Mela.

Duncan Place Resource Centre, Edinburgh

Wed 22 May

Free

17:30 – 20:30

North Edinburgh Arts Centre

Sat 25 May

Free / 0131 315 2151

11:00 – 14:00

Chinese State Circus: Yin Yang

A brand new show from the Chinese State Circus suffused as always with mind blowing acrobatics and dance.

Palace Theatre, Mansfield

Sun 19 May

£20.50 (£19.50; £76) / 01623 633133

17:00

Little'uns Dance: Workshop

Dance and exercise using props and music, for toddlers and their carers.

The Riverfront, Newport

Fri 24 May

Dance Studio

£2.75 per session (1 adult & 1 child) / 01633 656757

09:45 – 10:25
10:30 – 11:10

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2013 Southampton Stage Dance Festival

Young people are given the opportunity to participate in a friendly environment, in solo and group dances in ballet, tap and modern, presided by a professional dance adjudicator.

The Point, Eastleigh

Sat 25 May

£8 per day; £3.50 per session (3 sessions) / 023 8065 2333

09:00

Sun 26 May

£8 per day; £3.50 per session (3 sessions) / 023 8065 2333

09:00

Mon 27 May

£8 per day; £3.50 per session (3 sessions) / 023 8065 2333

09:00

…and 4 more dates until 31 May

4Motion Dance Theatre Company: The Kiosk

A modern dance piece inspired by the fast-disappearing sight of old-fashioned red telephone boxes. The work considers how methods of communication have changed and the social impact of this.

The Hope, Brighton

Tue 28 May

£8 (£5) / 0844 999 6146

16:00
18:30
20:45

Wed 29 May

£8 (£5) / 0844 999 6146

16:00
18:30
20:45

Thu 30 May

£8 (£5) / 0844 999 6146

16:00
18:30
20:45

Boston Ballet: 50th Anniversary Season Programme A (Serenade/Afternoon Of A Faun/Plan To B/Symphony In Three Movements)

Written by: Jorma Elo

The first of two programmes from the American company, led by the artistic director Mikko Nissinen, which showcases the range of the company's repertoire. Included is the resident choreographer Jorma Elo's work, Plan to B.

London Coliseum, WC2N

Wed 3 Jul

£10–£75 / 020 7845 9300

19:30

Thu 4 Jul

£10–£75 / 020 7845 9300

19:30

Sat 6 Jul

£10–£75 / 020 7845 9300

19:30

Sun 7 Jul

£10–£75 / 020 7845 9300

14:30

An Evening Of Dirty Dancing, The Tribute Show - A Sexy Song And Dance Spectacular

The film and stage musical is celebrated in this song and dance show, featuring a number of West End performers showcasing well-known tunes including Do You Love Me, Big Girls Don't Cry and I've Had The Time Of My Life.

Baths Hall, Scunthorpe

Sat 8 Jun

£17 / 0844 854 2776

19:30

Corn Exchange, King's Lynn

Sun 16 Jun

£18; £15 early bird / 01553 764864

19:30

The Elgiva, Chesham

Sat 1 Jun

£17.50 (£16.50) / 01494 582900

20:00

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Fanti Acrobats International

Award-winning traditional African acrobats from Ghana, West Africa. A breathtaking performance, not to be missed. A family friendly event (i.e. suitable for all ages).

Thistle Hotel, Brighton

Sun 19 May

£6 (£3) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

18:00 – 19:00

Wed 22 May

£6 (£3) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

18:00 – 19:00

Thu 23 May

£6 (£3) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

18:00 – 19:00

…and 8 more dates until 2 Jun back to top

Fiery Feet Dance Studio: Best Of British

From rock to pop, come and see the fantastic students dance their socks off.

Bridge House Theatre, Warwick

Fri 24 May

£9 (£8) / 01926 776438

19:00

Sat 25 May

£9 (£8) / 01926 776438

14:00
19:00

Sun 26 May

£9 (£8) / 01926 776438

14:00
19:00

Five

Chart pop by the now reconstituted boy band from London.

Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea

Mon 25 Nov

£27.50–£37.50 / 01702 351135

19:30

HMV Hammersmith Apollo, London W6

Wed 4 Dec

£27.50–£37.50 / 0844 249 1000

19:00

Motorpoint Arena Cardiff

Fri 22 Nov

£27.50–£37.50 / 029 2022 4488

18:30

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New Theatre, Oxford

Learn To Jive: Class

Ludlow Assembly Rooms

Tue 21 May

Phone for prices / 01584 878141

19:30 – 20:30

Tue 28 May

Phone for prices / 01584 878141

19:30 – 20:30

Tue 4 Jun

Phone for prices / 01584 878141

19:30 – 20:30

…and 8 more dates until 30 Jul

Michelle Ahern’s School Of Dance: Time To Shine

A dance school showcase.

Abbey Theatre, Nuneaton

Sun 2 Jun

£4–£9 / 024 7632 7359

16:00

Salsa Sabrosa on Fridays

Salsa dancing with live percussion and tapas to start your evening off in suitably hot and spicy style.

La Bodega Tapas Bar, Glasgow

Fri 24 May

Free / 0141 581 3401

19:30 – 00:00

Fri 31 May

Free / 0141 581 3401

19:30 – 00:00

Fri 7 Jun

Free / 0141 581 3401

19:30 – 00:00

…and 34 more dates until 31 Jan 2014 back to top

Spin

The collective performs funk inspired indie-rock and dance-pop.

Ypres Castle Inn, Rye

Fri 24 May

Free / 01797 223 248

21:30

Fri 6 Dec

Free / 01797 223 248

21:30

Tea Dancing

A traditional dance session for all ages.

The Public, West Bromwich

Wed 22 May

£1 / 0121 533 7161

13:00 – 16:00

Wed 5 Jun

£1 / 0121 533 7161

13:00 – 16:00

Wed 19 Jun

£1 / 0121 533 7161

13:00 – 16:00

…and 13 more dates until 18 Dec

St George's Hall, Liverpool

Tue 21 May

Great Hall

£5 inc refreshments / 0151 709 3789

13:30 – 16:00

Wed 19 Jun

Great Hall

£5 inc refreshments / 0151 709 3789

13:30 – 16:00

V4: The Seasons

Written by: Henri Oguike

Acclaimed choreographer Henri Oguike who renowned for his musicality, conjures up a baroque fantasy with six dancers who blend theatricality with ultra-cool groves of modern seduction.

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Fri 24 May

£15 / 0116 242 3595

19:45

Sat 25 May

£15 / 0116 242 3595

19:45

Vincent Simone And Flavia Cacace: Midnight Tango

Written by: Vincent Simone

A dance-narrative set in a Buenos Aires bar, co-created and performed by the popular professional dancers from BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, who are joined by the tango band, Tango Siempre, featuring the vocalist Miguel Angel. Russell Grant co-stars exclusively during the show's London run.