Welcome to Wandsworth have now released details of the launch of celebrations and events relating to Wandsworth, London Borough of Culture, including the launch event on Saturday 26th April 'Strictly Wandsworth' and we proud to announce that our 'Action for Autism' group of young people will be taking part in the biggest dance spectacle the borough has ever seen.

This performance piece is bringing together 200 dancers from 22 local organisations. Created by world-renowned choreographer Jeanefer Jean-Charles (London 2012 Olympics), the event will feature various groups including Tavaziva Dance and London Children’s Ballet, culminating in a mass dance finale led by Patience J ( accomplished dancer, choreographer and TikTok star), where everyone can join in.

You can watch the BBC News report of the launch here

ABOUT THE EVENT
The event host is Oti Mabuse
She is best known for being a professional dancer on the British television series Strictly Come Dancing, which she won in 2019 and 2020, and its German equivalent, Let's Dance. She was a Dance Captain on The Greatest Dancer. Between 2021 and 2022, and a panellist on The Masked Dancer, and since 2022 is one of the judges on Dancing on Ice

Also Featuring...
Gok Wan DJ set - Bolly Flex - Gully LDN - The Country Roses - The Lindy Hop Dance Company - Let's All Dance Presents Fairytale Ballet - Big Pink Silent Disco Tent - Interactive Tent

There will also be other workshops, performances, and interactive activities throughout the day. Designed for all ages, abilities, and interests; because no matter if you have two-left feet, dance is for everyone to enjoy!

For further information including booking, FAQ's  and the latest news, schedules and travel information -
please visit the Welcome to Wandsworth event page

BOOKING / TICKETS
The FREE tickets are available from Wednesday 2nd April
A ticket is required by all those attending, including children (with the exception of babes in arms).

• Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult 21 or over with ID required on request
• Tickets are not permitted for resale. Any tickets found for resale will be automatically cancelled without notice and will no longer be valid at ticket scanning points
• All those attending the event will be subject to a bag search, plus a personal search at the discretion of security

The Organisers advise that you should sign up to their mailing list to ensure that you are first to hear when the tickets are released

Note: Booking links are correct at time of publishing.
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