Fabric

24/08/2026

24/08/2026

Cool Company is back this autumn! 🍂

If you're aged 55 or over, you are warmly invited to join this inclusive dance improvisation ensemble for the autumn term, with six sessions between Mon 21 Sep and Mon 14 Dec.

Based between The Space (our large downstairs event space) and Studio 1 at Fabric, Cool Company explores movement, visual art and mixed media, taking inspiration from our current exhibitions. Led by choreographer, director and Backlit Gallery studio artist Deane McQueen, each session blends creativity, collaboration and conversation in a relaxed, supportive environment. 💃🕺

Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, you'll find a friendly, established group where curiosity and connection are at the heart of every workshop.

✨ No previous dance experience is needed.

Places are now open, to find out more and to book your tickets visit:
https://www.nottinghamcontemporary.org/whats-on/cool-company-dance-and-movement-workshops-autumn-2026/

[ID: A group of 6 people mid movement as part of a dance improvisation group. They are in a gallery space and are moving between an installation of suspended bike helmets, bike seats and a delivery food bag positioned on the wooden floor. The walls in the background are white.]

19/08/2026

Explore groove, rhythm, freestyle and embodied movement in this energising House masterclass rooted in House and cypher culture.

Together, you'll explore foundations, musicality, freestyle, body awareness and confidence through movement, connection and shared energy.

What to expect:
• Immersive groove training
• House foundations
• Freestyle & cypher practice
• Musicality development
• Movement awareness
• Confidence-building
• Collective energy & community connection

Whether you're new to House or looking to deepen your groove, this is a grounded and welcoming space to explore movement with rhythm, presence and intention. ✨

📅 Sunday 19 September
⏰ 12:30 - 2:30pm
💷 £20/£5 (access for all tickets)*

*For anyone who may not otherwise be able to attend due to financial or personal circumstances. No proof needed, no questions asked — just please consider whether this ticket is right for you, so the support reaches those who need it most.

Book your space on our website: https://bit.ly/4zhvI0o

14/08/2026

SHE
The Live Experience

SYMPOSIUM
An open online conversation about skills, money, labour, power and decision-making in Women’s Artistic Leadership. How can we fill the cup of others whilst keeping our own cups full?

Thursday 20 August 6.30pm
Online via zoom | Free to attend

Curated By Keisha Grant, Artistic Director Of Keneish Dance

Panellists (Left to right):
Charlene Olaleye, Engagement Producer, FABRIC
Lauren Nicole Whitter - Artistic Director, Anansi Theatre Company
Shaline Manhertz, TEDX Speaker and Engagement Lead, Keneish Dance

RSVP: [email protected]

14/08/2026

We're delighted to invite you to an open sharing from our residency artist, Kali Chandrasegaram - Fascia in Faschion! Exploring South Asian dance through the lens of fascia.

This event offers an opportunity to explore Kali's research into fascia-informed movement practice and its potential to support the longevity and sustainability of an artist's practice, with a focus on South Asian classical dance.

Throughout the residency, Kali has worked alongside a focus group of South Asian classical dance practitioners, mentored by Balbir Singh and joined by Russell Maliphant, investigating new approaches to movement, connection and embodied practice.

Whether you're a dance artist, researcher, practitioner or simply curious about the creative process, this open sharing invites you to experience the research, engage in conversation and be part of the discussion.

When: Thursday 27 August, 4pm
Where: Fabric, Birmingham Hippdrome
Find out more and book your place here: https://bit.ly/4x3lhfA

14/08/2026

13/08/2026

✨Our brand-new website is here!

Fresh for autumn, our new website makes it easier to discover what we do, explore our work and find opportunities to get involved.

Getting ready for the new term? You can also book your dance classes online.

🔗 Have a wander around our new website and see what’s moving at Fabric: https://bit.ly/4fTBRIH

12/08/2026

30/07/2026

✨ The THIS IS DANCE Autumn Season is now live!

Get ready for an exciting season of powerful performances, fresh perspectives and unforgettable dance experiences across Birmingham.

From internationally acclaimed companies to bold new voices, this season brings together artists who are pushing boundaries, sharing stories and celebrating the power of movement.

Highlights include Matthew Bourne's, The Car Man at Birmingham Hippodrome, Faye Driscoll's, Weathering at Midlands Arts Centre, and three compelling performances in The Patrick Studio: The Dirty Work by Jo Bannon, Graces by Silvia Gribaudi, and Anatomy of Survival by Fauke Requardt & Vivienne Franzmann.

Whether you're a regular theatregoer or discovering dance for the first time, there's something waiting to inspire you.

Explore the full programme and book your tickets today: https://buff.ly/5lDKM1b

THIS IS DANCE partners are Birmingham Hippodrome, Birmingham Rep, Fierce Festival, Midlands Arts Centre (MAC), Sampad Arts and Fabric.

16/07/2026

Join us for Dancing the Land: RiDA Sharing, an open sharing from our Research in Dance Award (RiDA) residency artist, Mary Savva, at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. 🌿

Spend an afternoon experiencing a performance shaped by ecology, place and embodied research.

During her residency, Mary has invited a small group of artists to work alongside her, exploring how each person's inner environment and personal history shapes the way they encounter the Gardens and its plant life. This sharing offers a glimpse into that collaborative research and the ideas that have emerged.

🗓️ Friday 24 July
🕕️ 1.15 - 2pm
🎟 Free with Gardens Entry or Membership, book your day ticket: https://buff.ly/KModBJK