News & Events
2024
Dance Community Meetings
LDF24 Artist Q&A by Jason Sunio (Artists L to R: Priya Shashadri, Teagan Ariss, Newton Moraes, Aiyana Ruel, Bizz Varty, Luna We want to hear what you hope to…
New LDF Tshirts!
LDF T-shirts are not just an average t-shirt; this cool new logo design incorporates dancers’ silhouettes from actual LDF photos taken over the years. Do you…
LDF24 Sept 14: Community Showcase
Celebrate the art of dance with the London Dance Festival. COMMUNITY SHOWCASE**Saturday September 14, 2024 2-5pm Ivey Park, 331 Thames St. FREE Performances &…
LDF24 Sept 15: Moving in Earnest
Newton Moraes by Birgit Rhode At XUUX Artists Studio (4-7pm) Sunday September 15, 2024 455 Horton Street E (limited parking available onsite) 4-5pm FREE…
Dance Mob ‘24
For the festival’s 10th anniversary, Festival Director Bizz Varty will be your choreographer. She created the first dance mob back in 2015 and it has become a…
LDF 2024 10th Anniversary
Celebrate the art of dance with the London Dance Festival. We’ve got something for everyone! See London’s talented dance artists perform in two locations, plus…
Ahead by a Century - Doors Open 2024
2024 Festival
Celebrate the art of dance with the London Dance Festival. We’ve got something for everyone! See London’s talented dance artists perform in two locations, plus…
Fall Festival Call to Artists LDF 2024
Hey dancers! The London Dance Festival is excited to announce that we're looking for local talent for our 2024 Festival, happening on September 14-15. We're…
Fall Festival Call to Artists LDF 2024
Improv Jam with Isabella di Liello, Photo by Jason Sunio The London Dance Festival is pleased to announce a call to local artists for the 2024 Festival, taking…
June 30 Festival Preview
Join us for a fun Festival Preview at the London Heritage Council’s Night Market event and get a taste of what’s to come at the September Festival! Try an…
Doors Open '24
We are pleased to be partnering with the London Heritage Council to present Ahead by A Century: a London Childhood 100 Years Ago , an exciting, family-friendly…
June 30 2024 LDF Preview
Join us for a fun Festival Preview at the London Heritage Council’s Night Market event and get a taste of what’s to come at the September Festival! Try an…
PointeTango in town Aug 1!
Our friends PointeTango are presenting a full-length show at the Grand Theatre this summer. Get your tickets now before they sell out! Direct from Buenos…
Festival Manager Call
UPDATED April 2024 Bizz Varty leading 2015 Dance Mob - Photo by Mark Spowart A message from Bizz Varty, London Dance Festival Founder & Director: The 2024…
Call to Artists for June 30
Photo by Jason Sunio, Brandon Clarke leading the 2024 Dance Mob. The London Dance Festival is pleased to announce the first call to local artists for the 2024…
Call for Expressions of Interest - Festival Management
UPDATED April 2024 Bizz Varty leading 2015 Dance Mob - Photo by Mark Spowart A message from Bizz Varty, London Dance Festival Founder & Director: The 2024…
2023
July 15 event cancelled due to rain
JULY 15 UPDATE: We are very sad to inform you that due to rain and thunderstorms, today’s event is cancelled and we won't be rescheduling again. We’d like to…
July 15 - RESCHEDULED Community Celebration
UPDATE - Unfortunately rain has once again cancelled this event. We’ll see you next year! July 2 festival events have been rescheduled for July 15, 2023, form…
July 15 - Community Celebration
UPDATE - Unfortunately rain has once again cancelled this event. We’ll see you next year! July 2 festival events have been rescheduled for July 15, 2023, form…
LDF Fundraisers 2023
We’re only days away from the festival, and we’d like to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU to our funders, sponsors, volunteers, and especially, YOU, our…
LDF 2023 is almost here!
DISCLAIMER- Due to heavy rain and thunderstorms, today's event is postponed. We'd like to thank everyone for their patience and support, please stay tuned for…
July 2: Workshops & Performances
This event had been RESCHEDULED for July 15, 5-7pm more details here Nicolas Noguera's "Starfish" | Photo by Jason Sunio | Dancers: Vivian Noguera, Connor…
2023 Dance Mob
We are thrilled to be partnering with our friends at Simple Reflections for Artists to bring you this year’s dance, set to the perfectly named “Forest City…
2023 Festival: June 30-July 2
All Events are FREE but donations are gratefully accepted! Friday, June 30th- Dundas Place (King & Talbot) In partnership with the London Heritage Council…
Dance Mob @ Latin Street Party
Join the London Dance Festival at the first-ever FCLMA Latin Street Party! Come out and jam with us at the FCLMA’s Latin Street Party on June 15 from 6-9pm.…
June 30: Preview Performance
July 2: Community Celebration- Workshops and Performance
DISCLAIMER- Due to heavy rain and thunderstorms, today's event is postponed. We'd like to thank everyone for their patience and support, please stay tuned for…
June 30: Dance Mob and Preview Performance
Friday, June 30- Dundas Place 7pm-9pm In partnership with the London Heritage Council Night Market FREE but donations are gratefully accepted! Download the…
CMA Internship Opportunity
The Centre of Movement Arts is hiring two interns to join the 2023 London Dance Festival team. This is a short-term, temporary contract (with the possibility…
LDF 2023: Call to ALL Dance Artists
Photo by Jason Sunio. We are encouraging all local dance artists to send their submissions for this year's festival, taking place between June 30-July 2. Dance…
LDF 2024: Call to Artists for June 30
Photo by Jason Sunio. The London Dance Festival is pleased to announce the first call to local artists for the 2024 Festival preview on June 30th at the Night…
2023 Festival
July 2 event RESCHEDULED for JULY 15! Celebrate the art of dance with the London Dance Festival. We’ve got something for everyone! See London’s talented dance…
2022
Call for Dancers
CMA Director Bizz Varty is looking to hire local dancers for upcoming gigs with London Arts Live. Performances will take place at various times and locations…
2022 Dance Mob
The annual dance mob is a fun & easy dance that anyone can do! Learn the moves in one of our workshops, then join us on stage for a performance. This year's…
Giveaway: Win $50 downtown dollars to spend at your favourite store!
\*\***GIVEAWAY ALERT**\*\ We're excited to partner with Downtown London for a giveaway! Five lucky winners will receive a $50 gift card to spend in-store, or…
July 2: Workshops & Dance Map
Saturday, July 2 – Ivey Park**, workshops for all levels Location: Ivey Park, 331 Thames St. FREE but donations are gratefully accepted. 4pm Workshop with…
The Countdown is ON! LDF 2022
Celebrate the art of dance with the London Dance Festival. We’ve got something for everyone! See London’s talented dance artists perform on two stages in the…
LDF 2022 - Volunteers Needed!
If you are looking to volunteer for a couple of hours, but also have fun while helping those in the community, then we have a spot for you! The London Dance…
July 3: Family Dance Party
Movement Fair 2019 by Andrew Clark Sunday, July 3 – ReImagine Space (206 Picadilly St.) 11am-1pm All ages Dance Party with Live DJ FREE but donations are…
July 2: Live Performances
Saturday, July 2 – Ivey Park Location: Ivey Park, 331 Thames St. FREE but donations are gratefully accepted! Register at the bottom of this page or click…
June 30: Dance Mob & Preview Performance
Thursday, June 30 – Dundas Place 7pm-9pm In partnership with London Heritage Council Night Market FREE but donations are gratefully accepted! Register at the…
2022 Festival
All Events are FREE but donations are gratefully accepted! Register at the bottom of this page or click here**. - - - - - - Thursday, June 30 - Dundas Place…
2022 LDF Call to Artists
Photo by Jason Sunio. LDF 2021 Windows of Time The London Dance Festival is pleased to announce a call to local artists for the 2022 Festival, taking place…
2022 LDF Call to Artists
Photo by Jason Sunio, Dancers: Kevin Clements and Nicole Barnes. LDF 2021 Windows of Time The London Dance Festival is pleased to announce a call to local…
This Saturday April 30!
- Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason…
CMA x SHH Battle
We’ve teamed up with 519 School of Hip Hop to bring you a Battle and Jam event. It will include workshops for all levels, a community check-in session, a live…
YBAC 2022
The Centre of Movement Arts is seeking BIPOC dance artists ages 16-25 to join a new mentorship and creation initiative called the 2022 Young BIPOC Artists…
April 2022 Dance Month
Cleanse, Heal, Bookend. screening
- Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason Sunio - Photo by Jason…
Dance Month April '22
International Dance Day is approaching (on April 29th), and we love dance so much we're going to celebrate with activities all through the month of April!…
2022 Call for Board Members
The Centre of Movement Arts is looking for new members to join our Board of Directors. We are seeking individuals of all ages\ and diverse backgrounds with a…
Call for Dance Month Proposals
Los Aires by Jason Sunio, Dancer: Larissa Medeiros Call for Dance Month Proposals Want to offer a workshop, performance, artist talk, or other event for Dance…
February Community Check-In & Restorative Class
School of Hip Hop, 760 Little Simcoe St. (Free Parking, wheelchair inaccessible) THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED Please stay tuned for a new date Join us for a…
Windows of Time film premieres
Windows of Time: London Short Film The short film will get another screening at Museum London**’s open house event. See it on the big screen in the lecture…
Breath Workshop
Breath Workshop Photo by François Bergevin Wednesday February 23, 2022 5-5:45pm FREE Open to all ages and experiences on Zoom Please pre-register here Time for…
Monthly Check-In & Class
Monthly Dance Community Check-In & Class Join us for a casual chat about the state of dance in London. We’ll start with a movement session to get grounded and…
Joy of Movement Class
Joy of Movement returns this year**! Every Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Location: 1444 Glenora Drive (Free Parking, Wheelchair accessible)…
2021
December 19: Event Cancelled
We regret to inform that due to the new COVID-19 restrictions we will be postponing tomorrow’s workshop and community check-in event at O.N.E. Stay tuned for…
Fall 2021 Classes & Workshops
We're excited to launch a series of workshops exploring different ways dancing bodies can move. We’ve deconstructed the “typical” dance class into three…
Giveaways
Do you want to shop at your favourite local store or take the family to a local restaurant in the city's core? Here's your chance to supportlocal in ldnont The…
Dance Films
We're presenting a series on film premieres online as part of the 2021 Festival. PDA - Public Display of Arts Augmented Spaces 1 2021 LDF Commission…
2021 Festival
Sept 18: Workshops & Dance Map
Saturday September 18 4-6pm Workshops for all levels 6pm Live Performance Location: Ivey Park, 331 Thames St. FREE but donations are gratefully accepted. This…
Sept 18: Live Performance
Saturday September 18 4-6pm Workshops for all levels 6-7:30pm Performance All Day: Interactive Dance Map and Pop-up Performances Location: Ivey Park, 331…
Sept 17: Dance Mob
Here's the 2021 Dance Mob Performance! https://youtu.be/ofWTiVWDVH4 Choreographers: Nick Gordon and Elizabeth Morgan Music: "As A Crew" by Big Lou Performers:…
Andrea Nann Project
WINDOWS OF TIME London Dance Network Edition August 31-September 4, 2021 with choreographer Andrea Nann and video artist Henry Mak Reflection. Separation.…
Andrea Nann Project
WINDOWS OF TIME London Dance Network Edition August 31-September 4, 2021 with choreographer Andrea Nann and video artist Henry Mak Reflection. Separation.…
Annual London Dance Festival is Back!
Join us for an exciting, free, LIVE dance event in Ivey Park. Learn new moves in all-levels workshops, then see London’s talented dance artists perform on…
2021 Festival
The Centre of Movement Arts presents the 2021 London Dance Festival Friday September 17 5-6:30pm Dance Mob Workshop & Performance\ Location: Dundas Place in…
LDF 2021 Call to Artists Deadline
The London Dance Festival is pleased to announce we have a date and venue for an outdoor performance and workshops: September 18 in Ivey Park. The workshops…
LDF Countdown to Summer '21
Join us virtually from June 26-30 for FREE DANCE FUN! Groove with us as we count down the last 5 days until summer vacation with 4 cool dance things to watch…
LDF Countdown to Summer '21
Join us virtually from June 26-30 for FREE DANCE FUN! Groove with us as we count down the last 5 days until summer vacation with 4 cool dance things to watch…
LDF 2021 Call to Artists
The London Dance Festival is pleased to announce we have a date and venue for an outdoor performance and workshops: September 18 in Ivey Park. There will be a…
Dance Week 2021
International Dance Week 2021: April 24-30 CLASSES & WORKSHOPS**Anyone can learn new moves in all-levels workshops in Flamenco and Philippine Folk Dance**.…
Community Round Table Meetings
Our winter Round Tables were a big success! We so enjoyed talking with our community that we're going to start doing this every month. Our next meetings will…
Spring Showcase '21: VIRTUAL VARIATION
Today's the day!! 2021 Spring Showcase: Virtual Variation happens Saturday, April 24 at 6 p.m. right here. Tickets: Pay-what-you-can, suggested donation $15…
Dance Week 2021
SPRING SHOWCASE: VIRTUAL VARIATION Today's the day!! 2021 Spring Showcase: Virtual Variation happens Saturday, April 24 at 6 p.m. right here**. Tickets:…
Technique Tuesdays
Weekly Technique Class for Experienced Dancers Tuesdays 12:15-1:30pm on Zoom Photos clockwise: Priyanka Tope by Nachiket Deshpande, Isabella di Liello by Alvin…
Technique Tuesdays
Weekly Technique Class for Experienced Dancers Tuesdays 12:15-1:30pm on Zoom Photos clockwise: Hannah Elias by BeanBot Photography, Patricia Vasconcellos by…
2020
Tell us what you think!
London Dancers, Teachers & Dance Professionals: Let your voice be heard! What does the London dance community want and need? We have some big questions to…
Artist Survey 2021
London Dancers, Teachers & Dance Professionals: Let your voice be heard! What does the London dance community want and need? We have some big questions to…
Let's Connect London: We're back for you
We’re Back London Dancers and Dance Fans! With funding from the London Arts Council, we are pleased to be getting back to work at the CMA/LDF! Before planning…
2020 FESTIVAL UPDATE
| | | --- | | Dear Dancers and Dance Fans, Thank you for your patience while we navigate this strange new world. I’m sure you will share in our sadness, but…
Dance Mob 2020
Join our Dance Mob! The Dance Mob is a fun and easy dance created by local artists and performed by the community. No dance experience is required and all ages…
Dance Week 2020
Dance Week Virtual Stage Replays Find descriptions and artist bios below! - Flamenco Dance Lessons for Beginners and Intermediates with Patricia Medeiros…
Dance Week 2020
Call for Virtual Dance Submissions We’re looking forward to celebrating International Dance Week April 17-26, and we want to see YOU on our virtual stage! We’d…
Open Letter to the Dance Community
Dear dancers and dance lovers, I hope you are well in these strange times! First, let me say that I have been thoroughly amazed by all the dance classes and…
2020 Festival
Dear Dancers and Dance Fans, Thank you for your patience while we navigate this strange new world. I’m sure you will share in our sadness, but expect you will…
2019
Festival survey and raffle prizes
Fill out our 2019 survey online or at any of our events this weekend. Then get a FREE ballot for a chance to win awesome raffle prizes such as: \*London Dance…
LDF Rain or Shine!
A little rain won't stop us! Festival performances will happen rain or shine. We have rain plans in place, so come out no matter the weather - but do bring…
Get your Awaken Summer tickets today
Photo by Tasha Hamilton An exciting evening of dance works by emerging artists and special guests from London and beyond. This performance will take place on…
The 2019 Festival Guide is Here!
Pick up your physical copy at local libraries and downtown businesses, or click here to download the PDF**.
2019 Festival Guide
Pick up your physical copy at local libraries and downtown businesses, or click here to download the PDF**.
June 30: CMA Movement Fair
Sunday June 30, 12-4pm CMA Movement Fair Ivey Park, 331 Thames St 12-4pm Vendors, Food, Demonstrations & Workshops 3-4pm Dance Mob Performance & Family Dance…
June 29: Community Showcase
Slow Me Down by Young Company of NLDC - Photo by Park Spowart Saturday June 29, 5 - 7 p.m. FREE Community Showcase & Dance Mob performance Ivey Park, 331…
June 28: Awaken Summer
Hannah Granite - Saturday Sun - Dancers Hannah Granite, Reagan Rudddock, Madason Hale, Thi Nguyen, Meghan Byloo, and Nayli Deleon Kantule - Photo by Tasha…
LDF 2019 est un événement bilingue!
Nous sommes fiers de présenter le 2019 Festival de Danse de London dans les deux langues officielles. Notre tutoriel vidéo et nos ateliers de la Danse Mob 2019…
2019 Dance Mob Workshop Tour
The Dance Mob choreographers Cynthia Nakeyar & Codie Primeau will be touring the city in June teaching the dance to Londoners of all ages. Want them to stop at…
Dance Mob 2019
Cette page est en français ci-dessous. Join our Dance Mob!**The Dance Mob (formerly known as the Flash Mob) is a fun and easy dance created by local artists…
Call to Community Artists
THE DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO TUESDAY, JUNE 3 We are seeking dances of approximately 2 to 6 minutes, in any style. Choreographers ages 13 and up are…
Sponsor a Dance Mob Workshop
2018 Dance Mob by Kat McCormack & Sam Sendas. Photo by Mark Spowart We are looking for sponsors to help us bring dance to more people and places. For a…
Watch, Donate, Share: Thanks
Thank you to our generous donors and to everyone who watched and shared our videos! Donation rewards will be available until May 15***. Stay tuned for more…
Watch: 2017 Community Showcase
Check out the Community Showcase from June 29, 2017**, featuring Tentacle Tribe at Ivey Park…
Watch: 2017 Spring Showcase
Check out the Spring Showcase from March 10, 2017**, held at Wolf Performance Hall https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1tQ3T8fEFRLVbPLK5hP6gc5mWLfBOLOL…
Watch: Canada Day 2018
Check out the Canada Day Celebration from July 1, 2018**, presented in partnership with Eldon House, and featuring Tori Kuhn & Anahata Acro…
Watch: 2018 Spring Showcase
Check out the**Spring Showcase from March 24 2018**, featuring PointeTango**, presented at Wolf Performance Hall.…
Watch: 2017 Canada Day Celebration
Check out the Canada Day Celebration that happened at Harris Park on July 1, 2017 featuring Ill At Will and Breath in Mvmt.**, presented in partnership with…
Watch: Emerging Artists
- - Check out the Emerging Artist performances! (click these links for the entire playlists) July 2, 2017: Wolf Performance Hall, featuring Spotlight Artist…
Watch, Donate, Share: LDF 2018 Community Showcase
Check out theLDF Community Showcase from June 30, 2018 at Ivey Park featuring Spotlight Artist Sound in Motion.…
Watch, Donate, Share!
Celebrate National Dance Week 2019 from April 22-29 with the London Dance Festival presented by the Centre of Movement Arts Watch videos of amazing dances from…
Watch, Donate, Share! Fundraiser
Thank you to our generous donors and to everyone who watched and shared our videos! Donation rewards will be available until May 15*. Stay tuned for more…
2019 Festival
"Splintered" by Breath in Mvmt. Photo by Mark Spowart Friday June 28, 7pm Awaken Summer Emerging Choreographer Showcase Eldon House, 481 Ridout St North…
2019 Call to Emerging Artists
Calling All Emerging London Choreographers Dancer: Tori Kuhn. Photo by Mark Spowart The festival is seeking dances of 3 to 15 minutes by emerging artists in…
March 9: Dance Walk at St. Julien Park
Satur day March 9 @ 2:30-3:30pm There’s no right or wrong way to dance walk. For this winter walk, we’ll add a little extra movement to keep us warm. Bizz…
2020 Job Posting: Dance Mob Choreographers
2019 Dance Mob by Cynthia Nakeyar and Codie Primeau. Photo by Sidney Siu. Calling All Choreographers! The London Dance Festival is inviting choreographers to…
2018
2019 Summer Festival Call to Professional Artists
Centre of Movement Arts Presents the 2019 London Dance Festival Breath in Mvmt by Mark Spowart Calling All Professional Dance Artists! The festival will take…
Dance Walk Saturday December 8 @ 2:30-3:30pm
Saturday December 8 @ 2:30-3:30pm Dance Walk - Killaly Meadows There’s no right or wrong way to dance walk, just get outside and groove, strut, shimmy and…
2019 London Dance Festival
Save the date! The 2019 London Dance Festival will happen June 28-30. Breath in Mvmt by Mark Spowart
Fall Nature Walks: Saturday October 13 Yoga Walk at Kilally Meadows
Take deep breaths of fresh air as we move and stretch our bodies and tune into the natural world. Find stillness both inside and out by combining walking and…
London Dance Festival participating in Doors Open Event at Eldon House
Nature Walks Series with Nina Sampson & Bizz Varty
Next Nature Walk... Thursday August 23, 7 pm – Springbank Park Meet: Near the entrance to Storybook Gardens. Free parking available. Terrain: All paved trails,…
House Dance Workshop Cancelled
PLEASE NOTE! Due to the heat the Beginner House Dance Workshop at 4pm will be CANCELLED, as we are unable to run the projector. The Dance Mob and Bellydance…
2018 Festival Guide
Click the image below to download the 2018 festival guide. Or pick up a copy at local libraries and downtown businesses.
2018 Festival Guide
Click the image below to download the 2018 festival guide. Or pick up a copy at local libraries and downtown businesses.
Emerging Artists Performance tickets 30% OFF
SPECIAL TICKETS OFFER!! Receive a 30% OFF when purchasing Emerging Artists tickets $18 online (currently) before event at…
Movement Workshops 2018
Movement Workshops (FREE) Beginners Welcome! Inclusive Chair Yoga with Bizz Varty June 29, 10am - Eldon House A gentle and energizing yoga class for disabled…
Garden Yoga at Eldon House
PLEASE NOTE: Garden Yoga will be cancelled as of August 5th due to low attendance. The final class will be Saturday August 4th. Join Bizz Varty, director of…
June 29-July 1: Spotlight Performances
See brilliant performances from some of the brightest lights in Canada’s dance scene at each festival event. Learn about these stellar companies and check out…
July 1: Canada Day Celebration
Sunday July 1: Canada Day Celebration**12-4pm, Location: Eldon House We are celebrating Canada’s birthday in partnership with Eldon House. See Spotlight…
June 30: Community Showcase
Community Showcase with Dance Mob Performance Ivey Park at 6 pm**. Admission is by donation**4-6pm All-Ages Workshops 6:00 pm Dance Mob & Community Showcase…
June 29: Emerging Artists Performance
Friday June 29: Emerging Artists Performance June 29, 10 am - Eldon House: Inclusive Chair Yoga with Bizz Varty (FREE Workshop) June 29, 5:30 pm - Eldon House:…
Nature Walks
Nature Walks with Nina Explore London's many walking trails while learning about the physical and mental health benefits of walking as a regular movement…
Dance Mob 2018
Join our Dance Mob!**The Dance Mob (formerly known as the Flash Mob) is a fun and easy dance created by local artists and performed by the community. No dance…
2018 Festival dates
JUNE 29 to JULY 1, 2018 Friday June 29: Emerging Artists Performance Location: Eldon House, 7 pm Tickets: $18 online before the event or $20 at the gate. Get…
2018 Call to Artists
Centre of Movement Arts Presents the 2018 London Dance Festival CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Calling All Dance Artists! The London Dance Festival is inviting all dance…
Thanks to all for making the Spring Showcase possible
The Centre of Movement Arts and the London Dance Festival would like to thank all the artists, choreographers, dancers, companies, volunteers and audience…
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Contest closes March 21 and winners will be announced March 22
Workshops with Sharon B. Moore
We are now booking choreography workshops for schools, studios and the public with the incredible Sharon B. Moore, who will be sharing her vast knowledge of…
Spring Showcase 2018
Centre of Movement Arts & London Dance Festival present Spring Showcase 2018**Date: Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 7pm Location: Wolf Performance Hall, 251 Dundas…
CMA Spring Showcase 2018
Advance Tickets: $18 adults, $15 children. Purchase tickets at www.onstagedirect.com/londondancefestival or from one of our performers. Tickets at door: $20,…
2018 Spring Showcase: Call For Submissions
2018 SPRING SHOWCASE CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Calling All Local Dance Artists! The Centre of Movement Arts, in partnership with London Dance Festival, is inviting…
2018 Festival
JUNE 29 to JULY 1, 2018 Friday June 29:Emerging Artists Performance 7pm, Eldon House Tickets: $18 before (online) or $20 at the gate. Get tickets here. An…
Live Streaming: DO DanceWeekend 2018
Once again we’ll be live streaming the Dance Ontario Dance Weekend performances on Sunday January 21**. DanceWeekend is a veritable feast of globally inspired…
Call for submissions: Spring Showcase 2018
2018 SPRING SHOWCASE CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Calling All Local Dance Artists! The Centre of Movement Arts, in partnership with London Dance Festival, is inviting…
DO DanceWeekend 2018
2017
LDF 2017 - Throwback to July 2 Emerging Artists
Feb 26 Choreographer & dancer: Carley Stastny (Toronto/London) Inspired by the events of 26/02/17. Simple solo incorporating multimedia elements and text based…
LDF 2017 - Throwback to July 1 Canada Day Celebration
Padmavathi Pravesa Daruvu Choreographer: Padmasri Dr. Sobha Naidu Dancer: Yamini Kalluri Young princess Padmavathi is with friends in her garden. She is yet to…
LDF 2017-Throwback to July 2 Emerging Artists
Young Choreographer: Ashlyn Carwana (London) Dancers: Sydney Ross, Aly McKone, Mackenzie Adams, Adrienne Pepper, Ashlyn Carwana A piece about wanting to run,…
LDF 2017 - Throwback to June 30 Community Day
Eternally Young Choreographers: Julie Mytka & Melisa Boose Dancers: Clare Bennett, Nayli Deleon Kantule, Amber Graham, Hannah Granite, Madason Hale, Maya…
LDF 2017 - Throwback to July 1 Canada Day Celebration
LDF 2017 - Throwback to July 1 Canada Day Celebration. Great & supportive audience at the Flash Mob performance. The dance community joyfully dancing under the…
LDF 2017-Throwback to July 2 Emerging Artists
Aftershock Choreographer: Abbey Richens (London) Dancers: Abbey Richens, Gwen Logan, Jenna Hills and Dharby Harrison It’s the moment when you are in between…
LDF 2017-Throwback June 30 Community Day Workshops
June 30 Community Day Contemporary workshop with Julie Mytka. The public explored the rise and fall of the breath inspiring natural movement. A fun and…
LDF 2017 - Throwback July 1 Canada Day
At London Salsa Dance Company (LSDC)**, we strive to develop four fundamental attributes – creativity, passion, confidence, and the building of community. We…
LDF 2017 – Throwback June 30 Community Day Workshops
June 30, 2017: Community Day. The dance community enjoyed learning this fascinating Indian classical dance workshop. TBLDF2017#LoveDance
LDF 2017 - Throwback June 30 Community Day
Choreographer: Kristen Carcone and dancers Dancers: Adrianna & Isabella Di Liello This piece is a conversation between two sisters and a celebration of their…
September 9: Western Fair Community Showcase
Photo by Mark Spowart Centre of Movement Arts & London Dance Festival present: Western Fair Community Showcase Date: Saturday September 9 Time: 12:00-12:30pm…
With Gratitude
Before we sign off for the summer and start preparing for our next season, I'd like to share my gratitude for the hard work and dedication of our staff and…
Survey
Take our survey and be entered to win a gift basket! You must enter your name and an email or phone number to be entered in the draw. You have until midnight…
LDF in Our London June 22 - page 19
Check out Festival Director Bizz Varty and Flash Mob Choreograpers Greg Thane and Ken Pham in this week's edition of Our London, page 19.
2017 Flash Mob Workshop Tour Schedule!
2017 Flash Mob Workshop Tour**The Flash Mob choreographers will be touring the city teaching the dance to Londoners of all ages. Want them to stop at your…
Emerging Artists Workshop with Sharon B. Moore
Date: Sunday July 2, 10-11:30am Location: 236 Dundas, 3rd floor (ONE studio) Cost: $15 Come and let your imagination soar in this workshop that integrates…
The 2017 Festival Guide is here!
The Festival Guide is here! Click the image below to download the PDF, or stop by downtown retailers or participating studios to pick up a copy (paper copies…
2017 Festival Guide
The Festival Guide is here! Stop by downtown retailers or participating studios to pick up your paper copy. Click the image below to download the PDF,
June 30: Community Day
Friday June 30 - Ivey Park 12pm All-Ages Workshops 5:30pm Arts Networking Hour 7pm Showcase Performance We've got something for everyone! Try out new moves in…
July 1: Canada Day Celebration
In partnership with London Celebrates Canada Saturday July 1–Harris Park 3pm & 4:30pm Flash Mob and Multi-Cultural Performances Celebrate Canada’s 150th…
July 2: Emerging Artists
Sunday July 2-Wolf Performance Hall 10am Emerging Artist Workshop with Sharon B. Moore 4pm Red Carpet Reception (FREE) 6pm Performance An exciting evening of…
July 2: Emerging Artists
Sunday July 2 – Wolf Performance Hall 10am Emerging Artist Workshop with Sharon B. Moore ($15) 4pm Red Carpet Reception (FREE) 6pm Performance ($15-$20) An…
July 1: Canada Day Celebration
In partnership with London Celebrates Canada*Saturday July 1 – Harris Park 3pm & 4:30pm Flash Mob and Multi-Cultural Performances Celebrate Canada’s 150th…
June 30: Community Day
Ivey Park – Friday June 30 12-5pm All-Ages Workshops - schedule and details below 12-5pm Artist Q&As, vendors and Art Service organizations in the Networking…
June 30-July 2: Spotlight Performances
See brilliant performances from some of the brightest lights in Canada’s dance scene at each festival event. Learn about these stellar companies and check out…
2017 Festival
2017 London Dance Festival: June 30 to July 2 Spotlight Performances See brilliant performances from some of the brightest lights on Canada’s dance scene at…
2017 Festival coming soon!
We've got tons of great stuff coming your way June 30-July 2! Click the image above for details.
June: Youth Composition Workshop with Hannah Goldberg
Photo: Hannah Goldberg by BeanBot Productions Youth Composition Workshop with Hannah Goldberg Artistic director of the Elias Movement Project Dates & times:…
Summer Submission Deadline Extended til May 6!
Application deadline extended until May 6, 2017!**We're giving you five more days to apply to be part of the 2017 festival. There are many opportunities! Apply…
International Dance Week Virtual Celebration
Happy International Dance Week! We are celebrating with you by showing a selection of performances from the Spring Showcase 2017 held at Wolf Performance Hall…
Flash Mob & Workshop Tour
Join our Flash Mob The Flash Mob is a fun and easy dance created by local artists and performed by the community. No dance experience is required and all ages…
2017 Festival
2017 London Dance Festival: June 30 to July 2 Spotlight Performances See brilliant performances from some of the brightest lights on Canada’s dance scene at…
Summer Festival Application Tutorial
Do you want to perform in the 2017 summer festival?**Join us as we take you step by step through the process of how to apply for the summer festival events.…
2018 Job Posting: Flash Mob Choreographers
2018 London Dance Festival Call for Flash Mob Choreographers The London Dance Festival is inviting all London dance artists to apply for the job of Flash Mob…
Call for Summer Submissions
2017 London Dance Festival CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Calling All Dance Artists! The London Dance Festival is inviting all dance artists, whether amateur, emerging…
Summer Call For Submissions
2017 London Dance Festival CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Calling All Dance Artists! The London Dance Festival is inviting all dance artists, whether amateur, emerging…
London Dance Festival Spring Showcase 2017
Join us in celebrating the diverse talents of London’s dance community! The Spring Showcase will present dance works created and performed by London artists in…
Events
- Live Streaming: DO DanceWeekend Sunday, January 21, 2018. - Spring Applications deadline Thursday, February 8, 2018: - Spring Showcase Saturday, March 24,…
Live Streaming Dance Ontario DanceWeekend 2017
Live streaming of Dance Ontario DanceWeekend 2017 January 22, 2017 Doors open at 12:30pm Performances from 1-5pm London Fringe Playground, 207 King Street…
2016
Spring Showcase Call for Submissions
2017 SPRING SHOWCASE CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Calling All Local Dance Artists! The London Dance Festival is inviting all London dance artists, whether amateur,…
Job Posting: General Manager
General Manager-job information London Dance Festival seeks General Manager Application Deadline: January 31, 2017 To Apply: Send resumé and cover letter to…
London Dance Festival seeking General Manager
General Manager job information London Dance Festival seeks General Manager**Application Deadline: January 31, 2017 To Apply: Send resumé and cover letter to…
2017 Spring submissions
The London Dance Festival invites all local dance artists to apply for the Spring Showcase which will take place on March 10th at Wolf Performance Hall. We are…
Bizz Varty Executive Director
Photo by: Deborah Zuskan Elizabeth "Bizz" Varty is a dance artist, educator and administrator. She earned a BFA in Dance at York University and a post‐graduate…
Introducing the new London Dance Festival!
The London Dance Festival is a three day community festival where dancers gather to expose local audiences to original and innovative dance pieces. From June…