Candoco
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Candoco at 35

We expand what dance can be, who makes it and who experiences it. We believe dance is better when difference is celebrated.

Across Your Heart, 1996 by Emilyn Claid. Photo by Chris Nash

A group of performers, including wheelchair users, gathers in a warmly lit industrial setting. One performer reclines across another’s lap while others stand or sit nearby, creating a composed and theatrical ensemble scene.

Motion Shorts

New opportunities for dance and film makers!

As part of our Motion Shorts programme, we've got opportunities to show dance films and learn about making films with dance.
A group of performers, including wheelchair users, gathers in a warmly lit industrial setting. One performer reclines across another’s lap while others stand or sit nearby, creating a composed and theatrical ensemble scene.

Outside In

Our landmark film from 1994

See it as part of Dance Umbrella 2026!
Outside In

Applications now open!

Choreo Accelerator

What if someone backed your biggest choreographic idea?
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FROM THE ARCHIVE

Across Your Heart

Featured in the image at the top of this page, Across Your Heart (1996) by choreographer Emilyn Claid was one of Candoco's first productions.
A group of people wearing colourful, vibrant clothing are smiling joyfully as they dance together in a circle. The scene is set against a textured brick wall, adding a rustic backdrop to their cheerful movements and expressive energy. The photograph is taken from a slightly low angle, with the person in the foreground turned away from the camera - adding depth and perspective to the scene.

Our most recent creation

Over and Over (and over again)

Explore the making of Over and Over (and over again) and discover more about our collaboration with Dan Daw Creative Projects.
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For Artists

Discover our exciting new programmes for D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists.

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