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We are Britain’s leading dance theatre company working in the field of African & Caribbean dance fusion. Founded in 1985 by Beverley Glean with the principal aim of heightening the profile of Black dance in Britain, the company set out to create a repertory of works reflective of the African Caribbean influence on the Black British cultural experience.
Welcome to the UK's home of African & Caribbean Dance! Our vibrant community celebrates the rich cultural heritage of these dance styles, offering classes and performances for all levels. Join us and experience the joy and energy of African and Caribbean dance!
Upcoming Events
- Multiple DatesTue, Jan 14IRIE! dance theatreJan 14, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PMIRIE! dance theatre, Fordham Park, Angus St, London SE14 6LU, UKJan 14, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PMIRIE! dance theatre, Fordham Park, Angus St, London SE14 6LU, UKJoin us for our authentic West African Dance Class with Nii Boye. You will immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms and movements of Africa’s rich cultural heritage through the drum language of the dances and engage with others in a fun and welcoming space. Open to all abilities and ages.
- Multiple DatesWed, Jan 15IRIE! dance theatreJan 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM GMTIRIE! dance theatre, Fordham Park, Angus St, London SE14 6LU, UK
- Multiple DatesThu, Jan 16IRIE! dance theatreJan 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM GMTIRIE! dance theatre, Fordham Park, Angus St, London SE14 6LU, UKJan 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM GMTIRIE! dance theatre, Fordham Park, Angus St, London SE14 6LU, UKCynthia is a professional dancer from Paris based in London. She is part of Paradox Sal crew, with whom she has been travelling worldwide performing and leading workshops. Under the umbrella of street dance, she has focused on hip hop and house to express herself.
- Multiple DatesFri, Jan 24IRIE! dance theatreJan 24, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM GMTIRIE! dance theatre, Fordham Park, Angus St, London SE14 6LU, UKJan 24, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM GMTIRIE! dance theatre, Fordham Park, Angus St, London SE14 6LU, UKWe are looking for young people between the ages of 5-10yrs and 11-16yrs to join our youth company focusing on traditional West African dance. Our aim is to support and develop young people’s creative and cultural engagement. For more information on the session, please contact: info@iriedancetheatre
- Multiple DatesFri, Feb 28IRIE! dance theatreFeb 28, 2025, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM GMTIRIE! dance theatre, Fordham Park, Angus St, London SE14 6LU, UKFeb 28, 2025, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM GMTIRIE! dance theatre, Fordham Park, Angus St, London SE14 6LU, UKIn this series subtitled RE: CONNECTING TO SELF, we invite participants on a journey to re-discover and reaffirm their sense of self-awareness through reflection on ancestral modes of being and living. Featured artists include Vincent Mantsoe from South Africa and Nii Kwartey Owoo from Ghana.
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ADDRESS & OPENING HOURS
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IRIE! dance theatre
Moonshot Centre
Fordham Park
Angus Street
New Cross
London
SE14 6LU
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09:00 - 21:00
09:00 - 21:00
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09:00 - 13:00
Closed
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