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DDF is a vibrant hub of contemporary dance, supporting artists and presenting a dynamic festival of Irish and international performances each year in May.

Discover more at www.dublindancefestival.ie

01/09/2026

A moment with Mufutau Yusuf at the world premiere of The Fifth Sun at Samuel Beckett Theatre, presented by Luail (LuailDance) as part of DDF2026.

A deeply moving piece, merging dance, ritual and lament to unfold as both a eulogy and a renewal, creating a space to sit with grief, reflect on the present and imagine what might come next.

A truly powerful piece.

27/08/2026

Alice Ripoll and Hiltinho Fantástico brought the rich inheritance of passinho, samba and capoeira to the stage Project Arts Centre in a magnetic performance that explored how culture adapts, persists and refuses to disappear.

We were mesmerised to have them with us at DDF 2026, and delighted to have Alessandra, our Board member, lead and host a special Q&A with the artists, giving audiences the chance to hear more about their work and the ideas behind the performance. ✨

More in our DDF Blog, linked in bio.

25/08/2026

Our Fringe Picks for Dance Fans 💃

Dublin Fringe Festival is back this September, and there’s plenty for dance and movement lovers to get excited about.

We’ve picked five shows to have on your radar, from contemporary dance and physical theatre to interdisciplinary work, with a few familiar faces from the DDF community along the way.

Head to the link in bio to read our full picks and find out more about each show.

📍 Dublin Fringe Festival Dublin Fringe
📅 5–20 September

22/08/2026

A warm welcome to Shona McCarthy, who has been appointed the new Director of the Arts Council of Ireland.

At Dublin Dance Festival, we look forward to working with Shona and the Arts Council as we continue to champion dance and its place within Ireland’s vibrant arts landscape.

Congratulations, Shona, and best wishes for the new role! 🌟

Read the full announcement from the Arts Council. Link in bio & Stories.

📷 The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon

20/08/2026

How lucky we were to welcome Christos Papadopoulos back to Dublin Dance Festival this year with 'My Fierce Ignorant Step'.

Beyond the powerful performances, Christos generously shared more of his creative process through an immersive masterclass Dance Ireland and the Interspaces Artist Talk Abbey Theatre, offering us a deeper insight into the ideas and inspirations behind the work. It added something truly special to this year’s festival.

👉 If you’d like to revisit the conversation, you can read the Q&A with Christos on our blog via the link in our bio. It’s well worth a read!

Thank you, Christos, for joining us and for sharing your remarkable work with Dublin audiences.

ONASSIS STEGI

18/08/2026

Our new partnership with invited audiences to explore their bodies, minds and wellbeing through movement, curiosity and connection 🤍

At the heart of this collaboration was a simple idea: people are more than diagrams in a textbook. Dance offers a unique way to understand ourselves – not only through movement, but through feeling, listening and connecting with our own rhythms and with one another.

Together, we created a space where visitors could engage, reflect and leave with a deeper appreciation of their bodies, their health and their wellbeing.

🫀 A joyful experience, a moment of connection and an invitation to stay curious.
And the good news? Humanarium’s exhibition and café are open to the public, so you can continue the journey beyond the Festival.

📍 Humanarium, RCSI, St Stephen’s Green

🔗 Read our blog, link in bio

12/08/2026

DANCE AT DUBLIN THEATRE FESTIVAL 💙

Get your fix of dance with two standout shows coming to Dublin Theatre Festival this autumn – and here’s what the festival has to say about what to expect:

→ TANZ – Florentina Holzinger
“Bloody, bold, and thrilling.” The enfant terrible of the international performance scene makes her Dublin debut with a spectacular, boundary-pushing work exploring ballet, tradition and the female body.

→ Rebellious Hope – Philip Connaughton
“Joy in movement that aches with longing, memory and mischief.” Seven dancers aged 46–86 come together with composer-musician Mel Mercier in a powerful exploration of memory, desire, endurance and what compels us to carry on.

Two very different visions of dance, both coming to Dublin stages soon. ✨

Check out the full programme Theatre Festival

It’s well worth a look. 💙

28/07/2026

Take us back to FREQUENCY 🔥
Dublin Dance Festival closed the right way 🥵

Huge love to everyone who pulled up to Bewley's Grafton Street, danced with us and made DDF Lates so special. Curated by ONAI, FREQUENCY brought artists, audiences and friends together for one unforgettable night of dance, music and community.

Until next time... keep moving. ✨

Head to our latest 'DDF News' for more photos → link in bio.

📸 Jimmy Hawkshaw

22/07/2026

A look back at TRACES ✨

Our first DDF Lates at transformed one of Dublin’s most iconic spaces into an immersive playground of movement, live electronic music and connection.

Curated by , the night invited audiences to experience dance in a whole new way, taking over every corner of the beloved historic café.

Everyone who joined us made the very first edition of DDF Lates so special ❤️

14/07/2026

DDF x Humanarium in pictures 🤍

As part of our DDF × Humanarium () workshop series, we were delighted to welcome participants to a thoughtful and engaging programme exploring movement, wellbeing and heart health at RCSI, St Stephen’s Green.

It was a joy to witness such a warm and open response throughout the series.

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