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Rambert

Featuring exciting dance performances, fun family workshops, and live music to keep you moving.

A dancer captured mid-motion against a pale blue background, her pose expressing dynamism and grace. She is dressed in a pastel pink sports bra with a white long-sleeved shirt flowing behind her.

Booking and details

River Stage: Friday 19 - Sunday 21 July
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Event times:

Friday: 7pm – 11pm
Saturday: 1pm – 11pm
Sunday: 12.30pm – 5pm

The brilliant Rambert dance company returns to curate another memorable weekend at River Stage.

Join their talented teachers and diverse, inspiring artists for an unforgettable weekend.

Experience awe-inspiring dance performances, exciting special guest announcements, and the chance to learn new moves, suitable for all ages.

It’s your move.

 

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Friday 19 July

A drag performer with a blue curly wig, glittery gloves, and a sparkly outfit strikes a dramatic pose with their hands framing their face in a dimly lit lounge.

Rhys' Pieces

Host

One of London’s most-loved drag divas, Rhys’ Pieces will be bringing sass, panache and insane looks to the River Stage. They’ll see us through the entire weekend.

 

A group of dancers perform under dramatic red lighting, with one dancer prominently stretching and balancing in the center. The scene is set against a dark background, accentuated by a horizontal red line.

Rouge by Marion Motin

7pm – 7.10pm

Rambert presents an excerpt of Rouge by Marion Motin (Christine and the Queens, Dua Lipa). Rouge is what happened when we invited pop’s coolest choreographer to work with Rambert’s daring dancers.

A man and woman embrace closely, both wearing white shirts, in an intimate, dimly lit setting. The man has his eyes closed, conveying a deep sense of emotion and connection.

Us by Benoit Swan Pouffer

7.15pm – 7.40pm

Me, you, them, us. A series of duets choreographed for Rambert by their Artistic Director. With spoken word by Future Movement, Rambert’s creative youth programme.

Two dancers perform a contemporary piece in an industrial setting, with one dancer draped over a bench while the other supports them, creating an intricate and expressive pose. The scene is lit with cool tones, emphasising the stark concrete walls.

Where to Start? by Liam Francis

7.45pm –  8pm

Former Rambert dancer Liam Francis rejoins the company, this time as choreographer for a new short dance piece. “An itch, a shuffle and readjustment of the jumper.”

A black-and-white portrait of a woman with long dark hair, looking directly at the camera with a calm, serious expression. The background is plain, drawing focus to her expressive face and subtle features.

Tension Funfair by Aishwarya Raut

8.10pm – 8.30pm

Rambert’s Aishwarya Raut creates a new dance piece for her friends and fellow Rambert dancers. “To see, to hold, to lift each other up.”

A DJ is focused on mixing music at a lively indoor party, with people dancing and vibrant pink and purple decor in the background. Large green plants are in the foreground, adding a touch of greenery to the scene.

DJ Tim Garcia

8.35pm – 10.45pm

London native Tim Garcia is a DJ, Broadcaster and record Label Owner. He’ll be seeing us into the weekend with some deep, soulful house.

Saturday 20 July

A drag performer with a blue curly wig, glittery gloves, and a sparkly outfit strikes a dramatic pose with their hands framing their face in a dimly lit lounge.

Rhys' Pieces

Host

One of London’s most-loved drag divas, Rhys’ Pieces will be bringing sass, panache and insane looks to the River Stage. They’ll see us through the entire weekend.

A woman with curly blonde hair, dressed in black, smiles brightly while posing playfully against a plain white background. She leans forward with her arms behind her, exuding a cheerful and dynamic energy.

Creative Dance Workshop with Amy Toner

1.05pm – 1.50pm

A family dance workshop led by Amy Toner. Fun with props, rhythm and shapes, taking inspiration from the world around us. Suitable for families with children up to 8 years.

A black-and-white split portrait features a woman and a man, each in a casual pose. The woman, wearing a white tank top, crosses her arms and looks confidently at the camera. The man, in a sleeveless shirt, leans slightly forward with a thoughtful expression. Both are set against a plain grey background.

Contemporary Groove with Naya Lovell and Jonathan Wade

2pm – 2.45pm

Rambert dancers Naya Lovell and Jonathan Wade will lead you in an energetic warm up and guide you through different rhythms as you create some contemporary grooves. Open to all.

Two dancers perform a contemporary piece in an industrial setting, with one dancer draped over a bench while the other supports them, creating an intricate and expressive pose. The scene is lit with cool tones, emphasising the stark concrete walls.

Where to Start? by Liam Francis

2.55pm – 3.10pm

Former Rambert dancer Liam Francis rejoins the company, this time as choreographer for a new short dance piece. “An itch, a shuffle and readjustment of the jumper.”

 

A black-and-white portrait of a woman with long dark hair, looking directly at the camera with a calm, serious expression. The background is plain, drawing focus to her expressive face and subtle features.

Tension Funfair by Aishwarya Raut

3.15pm – 3.35pm

Rambert’s Aishwarya Raut creates a new piece for her friends and fellow Rambert dancers. “To see, to hold, to lift each other up.”

A woman in a white lace dress lies on a sandy beach, surrounded by small shells and starfish. She gazes towards the camera, her expression serene, as sunlight glints off the sand and water nearby.

Nali

3.40pm – 4.15pm

Swoon and sway for Nali, a Swiss born, Cape Verdean singer who blends vulnerable lyrics with elements of jazz and dancehall.

A man and woman embrace closely, both wearing white shirts, in an intimate, dimly lit setting. The man has his eyes closed, conveying a deep sense of emotion and connection.

Us by Benoit Swan Pouffer

4.20pm – 4.45pm

Me, you, them, us. A series of duets choreographed for Rambert by their Artistic Director, Benoit Swan Pouffer. With spoken word by Future Movement, Rambert’s creative youth programme.

 

A theatrical scene featuring seven performers dressed in early 20th-century attire, standing in front of carousel horses. The stage is enveloped in mist, creating a dramatic and atmospheric setting. The performers strike various poses, with one smoking and others gazing intently forward.

Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby

4.55pm – 5.10pm

By order of the Peaky Blinders, enjoy an excerpt of Rambert’s thrilling stage adaptation, written by Steven Knight, creator of the original TV series, and performed by Rambert’s dancers. Choreographed and directed by Benoit Swan Pouffer.

A man in a green long-sleeved shirt laughs heartily in a brightly lit room. The background is blurred, suggesting a casual or rehearsal setting, with light streaming through a window.

Soca Workshop with Paradigmz

5.15pm – 6pm

Hip Hop, Contemporary and Theatre artist Paradigmz guides you through a Soca workshop. Open to everyone, dance to popular songs and try out moves like Follow the Leader and Balance.

A woman with blonde braids, dressed in a long-sleeved crop top and black pants, strikes a confident pose in a dance studio. She smiles with one hand on her hip and the other behind her head, in front of a mirrored wall with ballet barres.

K-Pop Workshop with Coco

6.05pm – 6.50pm

K-Pop artist Coco brings the latest K-Pop dances and music trends in this workshop. Open to all.

Dancers perform in a dimly lit space with arches in the background. A woman in a white shirt strikes an expressive pose with her arms extended in the foreground, while other dancers are visible behind her.

Analogue by Jill Johnson

6.55pm – 7.25pm

Who would you like to remember today?

Fresh from its premiere at London’s Stone Nest, catch Rambert’s brilliant dancers performing this new piece in collaboration with Jill Johnson.

A drag performer with a blue curly wig, glittery gloves, and a sparkly outfit strikes a dramatic pose with their hands framing their face in a dimly lit lounge.

Rhys' Pieces

7.30pm – 7.55pm

One of London’s most-loved drag divas, Rhys’ Pieces will be bringing sass, panache and insane looks to the River Stage.

A person wearing a white shirt and gold hoop earrings is captured in a close-up profile, with their eyes closed and hands clasped together in a contemplative or prayerful pose. The background is softly blurred, emphasising their serene expression.

Jamming with Benoit Swan Pouffer and Rambert Dancers

8pm – 8.10pm

It’s a Rambert dance-off, enough said.

A man wearing sunglasses and black clothing dances energetically in a vibrant, crowded space. The audience around him, also dressed in dark outfits, cheers and takes photos, creating an enthusiastic and lively atmosphere.

Vogue Workshop with Jay Jay Revlon

8.15pm – 8.45pm

As Father of the ‘UK House of Revlon’ and founder of the ‘Kiki House of Tea’, Jay Jay is a leading authority of Ballroom in the UK. Learn some Vogue fundamentals with Jay Jay, ready to put to use on the dancefloor.

A DJ wearing sunglasses and a bandana, dressed in a white tank top, performs at a mixing console. The black-and-white image captures their expressive movement and long nails, with a dark background and some people faintly visible in the shadows.

Jay Jay Revlon - DJ Set

8.45pm – 10.45pm

Jay Jay will bring his signature mix of House, Afro House, Classics and Ballroom beats to the River Stage. You better get ready…

Sunday 21 July

A drag performer with a blue curly wig, glittery gloves, and a sparkly outfit strikes a dramatic pose with their hands framing their face in a dimly lit lounge.

Rhys' Pieces

Host

One of London’s most-loved drag divas, Rhys’ Pieces will be bringing sass, panache and insane looks to the River Stage. They’ll see us through the entire weekend.

A man in a red shirt and dark pants performs a yoga pose on a mat in a brightly lit studio. He stands in a wide-legged stance with arms extended, smiling confidently. Yoga blocks are placed on the floor beside him.

Family Yoga Workshop with Eryck Brahmania

12.05pm – 1.05pm

Suitable for all, this session will see us move through the animal shapes (asanas). Swing your trunks and stomp your feet to the elephants’ parade, let your inner wild donkey be free and journey into mysteries of the aquarium.

A woman in a grey shirt and black leggings dances with a joyful expression, her hair swinging as she moves. She stands against a plain white background, exuding happiness and confidence.

Line Dance Workshop with Emma Weir

1.15pm – 2pm

Hold ‘em like they do in Texas with simple line dance routines to Country & Western tunes. Heel tapping, thigh slapping and suitable for all.

A group of dancers perform energetically on stage, each striking expressive and varied poses. The scene is warmly lit, highlighting their coordinated yet individual movements. The background features musicians adding to the live performance ambiance.

Goat by Ben Duke

2.05pm – 2.15pm

Goat is darkly funny, and packed with originality. It’s inspired by the music and spirit of Nina Simone, including her iconic songs Feelings, Feeling Good and Ain’t Got No/I Got, Life.

A woman with colorful hair styled in two buns smiles brightly while sitting at a drum set. She wears a light purple shirt and is positioned against a backdrop of light blue curtains, exuding joy and energy.

Band with Sheree Dubois

2.15pm – 2.45pm

Sheree and the band will be treating us to more jazzy tunes, with Romarna Campbell on drums, Dave Manington on bass and Gemma Hawkins on the piano.

A group of dancers perform under dramatic red lighting, with one dancer prominently stretching and balancing in the center. The scene is set against a dark background, accentuated by a horizontal red line.

Rouge by Marion Motin

2.50pm – 3pm

Rambert presents an excerpt of Rouge by Marion Motin (Christine and the Queens, Dua Lipa). Rouge is what happened when we invited pop’s coolest choreographer to work with Rambert’s daring dancers.

A theatrical scene featuring seven performers dressed in early 20th-century attire, standing in front of carousel horses. The stage is enveloped in mist, creating a dramatic and atmospheric setting. The performers strike various poses, with one smoking and others gazing intently forward.

Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby

3.05pm – 3.20pm

By order of the Peaky Blinders, enjoy an excerpt of Rambert’s thrilling stage adaptation, written by Steven Knight, creator of the original TV series, and performed by Rambert’s dancers. Choreographed and directed by Benoit Swan Pouffer.

A woman dressed in white poses energetically against a plain white background, her arms raised and mouth open in an enthusiastic expression. She exudes joy and vitality, captured mid-movement.

Caribbean Dance Workshop with Sheba Montserrat

3.30pm – 4pm

Caribbean dance with Sheba Montserrat journeys through the music genres of Reggae, Ska, Soca and Dancehall to nourish your body and satisfy your soul. Suitable for all.

A woman wearing a bright orange top and yellow earrings sits comfortably on a mustard-colored couch. She is surrounded by patterned cushions and an orange wall, creating a warm and stylish setting.

Seduction City – DJ set

4pm – 5pm

It’s a feel good Sunday vibe with Seduction City. Let us ease you into Sunday evening with some carnival classics, reggae and soul music.

Access

Our Customer Service Assistants (CSAs) in black t-shirts with the River Stage logo are here to help.

Access Provisions: 

  • Ear defenders are available upon request.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome, with water bowls available on-site.
  • There are accessible toilets on-site at the National Theatre.
  • Step-free access areas.
  • Free parking is available in the National Theatre Car Park for Blue Badge holders.

You can find information about transport routes, parking spaces for Blue Badge holders, and our car park on our Getting here page.

Resources

You can find out more information about Rambert’s performances at River Stage, including credits and a list of the creative team and cast, by downloading the Free Sheet.

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