- Ticket price:
- From: £20
- Age range:
- Matinee - All ages / Evening - 12+
The groundbreaking festival of hip hop dance theatre from around the world, and around the corner.
Breakin’ Convention is coming back to Poole in 2026! Prepare to be blown away by high-energy, world-class performances from celebrated poppers, lockers, b-boys and b-girls.
This year’s line-up features Femme Fatale (France/Mexico/South Korea), a mesmerising female trio known for their precision and musicality, and a performance from ILL-Abilities b-boy Redo, an all-star crew of differently abled b-boys. All this, plus incredible local talent from Poole.
Joining for the evening performance is 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.
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 trailblazing artists and connecting communities through the power of dance, music, and storytelling.
Note: TRAPLORD, which carries an age guidance, will not be performed during the family matinees.
Image credit: Furmaan Ahmed
“A thrilling fusion of street energy and theatrical finesse, Breakin’ Convention redefines the boundaries of hip-hop dance.”Theatre Weekly, 2025
“It was a captivating, absorbing piece of art, that I was glad I’d been there to witness, and be part of in some small way. Yet another triumph for Breakin’ Convention’s team.”I Am Hip-Hop Magazine, 2025
“So much more than party entertainment.”The Stage, 2025
