Candoco Dance Company

Sarah Howard Named Disability and Access Ambassador for Arts and Culture - Candoco

We're thrilled to announce that last week, our Board Member Sarah Howard has been appointed as the Government’s Disability and Access Ambassador (Arts and Culture) - a role that sits within the Disability Unit of the Office for Equality and Opportunity!

From our friends at @weareunlimited.bsky.social - A wonderful funding opportunity for disabled artists in England, Scotland and Wales! 🎉 Read the post below for more details👇

Deadline for applications: Monday 29 September 2025

Photography: Hugo Glendinning

Close-up of a dancer under a spotlight, captured mid-performance while leaning to one side with one hand raised. In the background, a group of dancers move closely together in soft focus, adding depth and energy to the stage scene.

Over and Over (and over again) was also recently featured in Dance Takes (June 2025) - a monthly YouTube series by Dance Dialogues and Dance Art Journal, offering informal, conversational reviews of dance.
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Candoco’s ‘Over and Over (and over again)’ is a fanfare for rave culture and the disabled body - Disability Arts Online 'Over and Over (and over again) is a new co-production by Candoco Dance Company and Dan Daw Projects. Colin Hambrook argues that it is above all a reminder of the joy that dance, and rave culture in p...

Read Colin Hambrook’s latest review of Over and Over (and over again), published on Disability Arts Online: disabilityarts.online/magazine/rev...

A person wearing a black vibrating vest dances joyfully, smiling widely.

A person wearing a black vibrating vest dances joyfully, smiling widely.

A DJ stands behind a DJ station in front of a large glass window, smiling and giving a thumbs-up toward the camera.

A large group of people, gathered in smaller clusters, chat and enjoy drinks in a spacious indoor venue.

From pre-show moments of meaningful connection to an epic after-party with Deaf Rave, our opening night of Over and Over (and over again) at Sadler’s Wells East was truly special - a celebration of dance and community that marked the London debut of our latest commission with Dan Daw CP.

A promotional poster announcing Bath Lewis - a new member joining Candoco’s Board. The design features a black background with white text: the word ‘Appointed’ appears in the top left beside a white Candoco logo. Centred in the poster is a circular headshot of Beth with straight blonde hair styled in a sleek bob cut, smiling gently at the camera. White text reading "Beth Lewis Board Member" appears at the bottom. Bold orange forward slashes reflect the company’s branding.

Beth Lewis is an experienced HR and leadership development professional, executive coach, and former HR Director. Passionate about inclusion and equity, Beth supports individuals and organisations to thrive through purposeful people practices.

A promotional poster announcing Niranjan Mendonca - a new member joining Candoco’s Board. The design features a black background with white text: the word ‘Appointed’ appears in the top left beside a white Candoco logo. Centred in the poster is a circular headshot of Niranjan - A person with short white hair, wearing a white shirt with blue and white patterns, gently smiling at the camera. White text reading "Niranjan Mendonca Board Member" appears at the bottom. Bold orange forward slashes reflect the company’s branding.

Niranjan Mendonca is a banking and financial services professional who works with charities and institutions that support the disabled community, education, and youth development.

A promotional poster announcing Maria Anastase - a new member joining Candoco’s Board. The design features a black background with white text: the word ‘Appointed’ appears in the top left beside a white Candoco logo. Centred in the poster is a circular headshot of Maria - a person with long, straight brown hair, wearing a grey jacket and a matching top, smiling gently at the camera. White text reading "Maria Anastase Board Member" appears at the bottom. Bold orange forward slashes reflect the company’s branding.

Maria Anastase is a passionate supporter of the arts, a mentor and culture champion with an extensive career leading Risk Management, Sustainability Strategy, and Corporate Social Responsibility functions in the international corporate and investment banking sector.

A promotional poster announcing three new members joining Candoco’s Board. The design features a black background with white text: the word ‘Appointed’ appears in the top left beside a white Candoco logo, and the phrase ‘new board members’ appears at the bottom. Bold orange forward slashes reflect the company’s branding. Centred in the poster are three headshots displayed side by side.

We’re delighted to welcome Maria, Niranjan and Beth to our Board of Trustees. Each brings a distinctive perspective & a breadth of expertise that will enrich our governance and support our mission.

Welcome to Maria, Niranjan, and Beth - we're really excited to have you on the team ✨

Two Candoco staff members give a live presentation on the inclusive practices developed during the creation of Candoco’s latest work, Over and Over (and over again). They stand in front of an audience, whose backs face the camera. Behind the presenters, two large screens display slides with text and images from the production.

Six panelists seated on stage engage in a discussion in front of a live audience, whose backs are facing the camera. Two large screens behind the panel display a presentation featuring Sadler's Wells East's festival logo ‘YFX.’

Feeling uplifted after a fantastic day at Sadler’s Wells East’s first Symposium yesterday, part of YFX - a festival of young dance.

We shared insights into the inclusive practice behind Over and Over (and over again) and explored practical ways to build more inclusive spaces.

Black text highlighted in yellow reads 'Barriers to Progression and Employment in Dance for Disabled People'. Logos for Stopgap Dance Company, TIN Arts, People Dancing, Candoco Dance Company, Corali Dance Company and Arts Council England are shown below the text.

The full research findings from ‘Barriers to Progression & Employment in Dance for Disabled People’ are now live!

The research reports are available below in full and short lengths & in a range of accessible formats - including video, audio, and BSL: beyondbarriersindance.info/reports-and-resources

Collage featuring Raquel Meseguer Zafe and Dominic Mitchell, including headshots (one facing the camera, one in profile - facing each other), and images of them leading events individually and together.

Read the full announcement below:
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Photo credits: Roswitha Chesher, Sophie Bradbury & The Capsule London, Jasmin Fiori.

"Their vision for disabled leadership continues to influence our thinking as we plan for the future and our commitment to creating more opportunities for disabled artists and creatives."

"We're grateful for Raquel and Dominic's contributions to Candoco's artistic and inclusion journey," said Sharon Watson, Chair of Candoco's Board.

Their collaboration with Dan Daw Creative Projects on Candoco's current show Over and Over (and over again) exemplifies their commitment to centring disabled artists' lived experiences in contemporary dance.

During their time with Candoco, Raquel and Dominic championed disabled leadership and brought fresh perspectives to the company's artistic vision.

Candoco Dance Company announces that Co-Artistic Directors Raquel Meseguer Zafe and Dominic Mitchell have concluded their tenure with the company.

Thank you for joining us @kenneththarp.bsky.social! 💜

How to wrap up our Over and Over (and over again) London Premiere week at Sadler’s Wells East! 💜

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Wonderful to be featured by @aaaprods.bsky.social alongside other amazing disabled artists!

Join us live tonight for the London premiere of Over and Over (and over again)!

Tickets for 2–4 July are available now via Sadler’s Wells:
www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/can...

2-4 July: Audio Description and Touch Tour on the 3 July and BSL interpretation on the 4 July.

🎟️ Book now: www.sadlerswells.com/.../candoco-...

Expect a fun-filled evening exploring rave culture and the freeing power of dance from a disability perspective, with an after-show DJ set by Deaf Rave to keep the vibes going!

🎟️ Book now: www.sadlerswells.com/.../candoco-...

A group of performers on stage, with three dancers in the spotlight at the front, captured mid-movement. Above them, a green caption screen reads: “I want to feel everything,” highlighting the emotional intensity of the scene.

TOMORROW IS THE NIGHT! 🎉
Our London Premiere of Over and Over (and over again) hits the stage at 7:30 PM at Sadler’s Wells East tomorrow, 2 July 2025 – and there's still time to join us!

Black text highlighted in yellow reads 'Barriers to Progression and Employment in Dance for Disabled People'. Logos for Stopgap Dance Company, TIN Arts, People Dancing, Candoco Dance Company, Corali Dance Company and Arts Council England are shown below the text.

The full research findings from ‘Barriers to Progression & Employment in Dance for Disabled People’ are now live!

The research reports are available below in full and short lengths & in a range of accessible formats - including video, audio, and BSL: beyondbarriersindance.info/reports-and-resources

Book your tickets to the upcoming London Premiere of Over and Over (and over again) next 2 July 2025!

candoco.co.uk/events/over-...

A group of dancers performing in a line on a stage platform. The background features vibrant green projections, casting dynamic patterns that enhance the visual energy of the performance.

In 2015, Candoco was invited to the Festival de Marseille to challenge perceptions of dance and explore new possibilities for movement. Now, nearly a decade later, we return - with renewed energy, a bold new cast, & a powerful new work.
2 days to Festival de Marseille!
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Online Adult Class 2025 - Spring Term - Candoco Join our weekly online dance class led by our Co-Artistic Director, Dominic Mitchell and our Candoco Teaching Artist, Paulina Porwollik.

Just 1 online adult class left this spring! Join us, next Wednesday at 6:30pm, as we wrap up the term with a final session. Expect a flexible, welcoming space that blends contemporary & modern dance principles with mindfulness and improvisation.
candoco.co.uk/events/online-adult-class-spring-2025/

Over and Over (and over again) - Candoco Experience a beat-driven, joyful journey to the perfect rave with Candoco Dance Company and Dan Daw Creative Projects.

Book your tickets our upcoming 'Over and Over (and over again)' performances - including the London Premiere at Sadler's Wells East (2-4 July) below:

Online Adult Class 2025 - Spring Term - Candoco Join our weekly online dance class led by our Co-Artistic Director, Dominic Mitchell and our Candoco Teaching Artist, Paulina Porwollik.

🚨 Last two online adult classes of the term!
Tickets are nearly gone - if you haven’t booked yours yet, don’t miss out! Reserve your spot now at: candoco.co.uk/events/online-adult-class-spring-2025