Body Politic will be celebrating its 10-year anniversary with theDECADE – a one-night only hip hop dance and theatre showcase at Pegasus Theatre on Saturday September 10.
theDECADE will feature a restaging of Body Politic’s dance film BREEZEBLOCKS, and a bespoke production created with young dancers from Oxford.
The evening will also feature fun and energetic performances from London’s renowned Impact Youth dance company; Oxford’s street dance specialist Step 2 Dance; multi competition-winning The Movement Initiative; and many more.
“I can’t believe that Body Politic has been running for 10 years. I feel really proud of what a huge milestone this is”
Body Politic’s Artistic Director Emma-Jane Greig said: “I can’t believe that Body Politic has been running for 10 years. I feel really proud of what a huge milestone this is.
“It’s been an incredible journey. And it feels really special to be able to come back to Pegasus Theatre, the heart of where it all started. It’s where my inspiration and ultimately where Body Politic was born.
“I hope that many people can join us in celebrating the community, the place, and the people who have contributed to such a unique and special organisation that prioritises the creativity and empowerment of young people and their experiences.”
The audience will be invited to the post-show Q&A with Emma-Jane with drinks and a live set by DJ SPINADA.
As a flagship female-led organisation, Body Politic launched at Pegasus in 2012. Since then, its work has empowered young people from under-represented communities through dance, on and off the stage. read about it here. Young people’s wellbeing and growth has always been at the forefront of the organisation.
Georgia Bradley of Pegasus Theatre said: “Our partnership with Body Politic feels so special. We’ve been working with them for 10 years and it’s been amazing seeing what this partnership has produced. They are such a key part of Oxford’s dance community and we’re proud to have them as our company-in-residence. We can’t wait to see what they’ve created this time!”
Book theDECADE at Pegasus Theatre on Saturday September 10 here: https://pegasustheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873634959?_ga=2.227209816.499912379.1658157390-389830078.1654521757
