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Contemporary dance company helping young adults reclaim identity, confidence and self-expression through movement.

Contemporary Dance Company

Each class is part of 1Syllable’s mission to empower underrepresented youth, communities and partners through bold, accessible dance programmes. We offer workshops, mentorship and performances that challenge Eurocentric norms and celebrate identity through a unified choreographic vision.

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Our Programmes

Discover our range of dance programmes designed to empower, inspire and connect communities through movement.

Corporate

Embodied Expression: Exploring Identity, Culture and Connection Through Movement

Purpose-driven dance programmes for corporate clients, blending movement, reflection and creative storytelling to support mental and physical wellbeing.

Universities / Higher Ed

Dance of the Self: Movement, Experience and Identity

Deep exploration of self through movement, identity and experience for academic audiences, connecting personal identity with creative expression.

Community Orgs (18+)

A Space for Self Expression: Movement, Identity and Connection

Quarterly community classes and events that celebrate identity, cultural diversity and human connection through accessible movement.

Our Core Company (Annual Programme)

Structured Pathway from Training to Professional Dance Career

12-month programme for dancers aged 18–25, bridging training and professional work through artistry, career development and wellbeing.

Public Dance Classes

Foundation, Progressive, Master/ Advanced

Open classes for all backgrounds and experience levels, rooted in contemporary dance and delivered in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

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Discover our journey through movement and connection, celebrating the stories and identities that make our community unique.

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Empowering underrepresented youth through bold, accessible dance programmes that celebrate personal identity.

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