DanceXchange (dx), in partnership with Birmingham Hippodrome, delivers an International Dance Festival for Birmingham, a major biennial event, with the first to take place in April/May 2008. A month of world class live performance from every corner of the globe. From a shop window to the Hippodrome stage, from ballet to bollywood; whether you want to watch or join in, Birmingham becomes the city that doesn't stand still.

“Birmingham takes centre stage for an international dance festival, showcasing global talent from every corner of the world. Through collaborative spirit and powerful performance, this event will take dance to the people and create a buzz of festival fever never experienced in the city before." David Massingham, Festival Co-Director

The Festival has a world-class programme that encompasses all styles of dance and expresses the youthful, diverse and energetic spirit of Birmingham and the West Midlands. The Festival plays a significant role in supporting Birmingham’s profile as a major cultural city and international dance destination, coming at a time when there is a new-found confidence in celebrating the city’s arts and culture.

Venues across the city: Birmingham Hippodrome, The Patrick Centre, Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Town Hall and IKON Eastside, as well as public spaces in the city centre

Companies & Choreographers include:

• Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan
• The Kirov Ballet from Russia
• Dancers from National Ballet of China & Akram Khan Company in a new piece by acclaimed choreographer Akram Khan
• Australian choreographer Garry Stewart (Artistic Director, Australian Dance Theatre), International Artist in Residence for the Festival
• Japanese choreographer Saburo Teshigawara
• Aracaladanza from Spain
• Cas Public from Québec
• Robyn Orlin, one of South Africa's most provocative choreographers
• Birmingham-based rising star Rosie Kay
• Havana Rakatan from Cuba
• … and more!

Images and text courtesey of International Dance Festival Birmingham

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