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Breakin' Convention

Fri 15 May 2026 and Sat 16 May 2026
Fri 15 May 2026
and
Sat 16 May 2026

The groundbreaking festival of hip hop dance theatre from around the world, and around the corner.

Breakin’ Convention is returning to Nottingham in 2026! Prepare to be blown away by high-energy, world-class performances from celebrated poppers, lockers, b-boys and b-girls. 

Get ready for the mighty TRAPLORD, the Olivier Award-winning creation from Ivan Michael Blackstock – a visionary creative behind choreography for Beyoncé and other global names. Exploring masculinity and mental health, TRAPLORD is a powerful fusion of movement and storytelling which challenges racial stereotypes of Black men. Femme Fatale (France/ Mexico/ South Korea), a mesmerising female trio known for their musicality, precision and technique. You’ll also experience some members of the trailblazing ILL-Abilities (Netherlands/Brazil), an all-star crew of differently abled b-boys. All this, plus incredible local talent from Nottingham. 

Curated and hosted by UK hip hop theatre legend and Breakin’ Convention Artistic Director Jonzi D, this dynamic celebration of hip hop culture will fill the entire venue from stage to foyer with live DJs, graffiti artists, freestyle dance sessions, and much more.

Since 2004, Breakin’ Convention, based at Sadler’s Wells Theatre in London, has led the global hip hop theatre movement, showcasing leading artists and connecting communities through the power of dance, music, and storytelling.

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Age Guidance: 12+
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+

Breakin’ Convention Festival is recommended for children over 12+. This age guidance is at the discretion of the accompanying Parent/ Guardian. Above all, Breakin’ Convention Festival is a celebration of the best hip hop has to offer, highlighting incredible artists from all over the world and we look forward to welcoming you.

Content guidance: This production contains strobe lighting, vaping and strong language and themes of violence, identity and mental health

Age Guidance: 5+

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+

Running time: TBC. Doors: 6.30pm

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Members
All tickets £10 in the Stalls & Tier 1 on Friday 7.30pm performance.

Under 26s
All tickets £10 in the Stalls & Tier 1. To purchase these tickets you must be 26 or under at the time of booking. You may be asked to show your ID on doors to confirm your age. 

Family Ticket
£44 for 4 tickets (max. 2 adults) in the Stalls & Tier 1.  (Add two full price tickets and two under 26 tickets to your basket and the discount will automatically apply in the checkout)

Groups 8+
All tickets £10 in the Stalls & Tier 1.  Please email our Group Sales team on group.sales@nottinghamcity.gov.uk or call 0115 989 5555 to book.

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A person wearing a cap and glasses holds a microphone surrounded by a group of young people sat down. Zoom in A person breakdances whilst a group of young people try and emulate. Zoom in A person wearing a pink hat dances whilst a group of young people stand behind copying the moves. Zoom in A person does a breakdance move balancing on one hand with a group of young people surrounding in a semi circle. Zoom in A person wearing a purple tracksuit top uses the DJ decks. Zoom in A group of people use felt tip pens to colour in some artwork. Zoom in A person wearing a grey top and jeans bends both knees inwards and raises their right arm behind their head whilst being watched by a group of young people. Zoom in Three people dressed in neutral coloured suits lounge on three rectangle shaped boxes. Zoom in Three people dressed in neutral coloured suits raises both arms in a hanging postion. Zoom in Three people wearing neutral coloured trousers and white sleeveless collared shirts stand wide legged popping their right hip. Zoom in A person in captured mid back flip with their feet in the air. Zoom in An amputee is captured mid breakdance using both arms to balance. Zoom in A person is captured mid move balancing on both arms with their lower legs bent in a curved motion. Zoom in Two people in dark grey clothing dance on stage with one using crutches. Zoom in An person wearing grey clothing is mid move with their leg travelling in a circular motion around their body. Zoom in A person wearing grey clothing is mid backflip with their foot travelling in the air. Zoom in A hooded person crouches down surrounded by square red lighting. Zoom in A dark figure lit by two spotlights raises their left hand pointing two fingers. Zoom in

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