Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage
We create and curate a programme of dance performances, films and experiences. So no matter where you are in the world, you can explore world-class dance online.
Well Seasoned on Digital Stage
A celebration of Black dance online in a specially curated programme featuring: world premiere screendance commissions, a new podcast exploring how Black culture influences contemporary life, stories of dance from around the world in a selection of short films by International artists of colour, and a series of ‘Guests Select’ where we invite leading Black Artists to share works they’re passionate about.
Ballo Arthur Pita’s
The Little Match Girl
Available to rent from Tuesday 1 November 2022 at 12:00 pm (noon) GMT
A festive tale to make you think. Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story is brought to life in an enchanting dance film for families.
Introducing the next generation of choreographers
These four movement portraits are an introduction to the unique creative perspectives of Sadler’s Wells Young Associates Olive Hardy, Vidya Patel, John-William Watson and Magnus Westwell.
Breathless Puppets
Choreographed by Akram Khan and directed by Naaman Azhari, this powerful short film uses rotoscope animation, created by hand-drawing over live action footage.
Taster Dance Workshops
Take part
Do you ever feel the urge to dance but don’t know where to start? This is a series of dance workshops that covers the basics in 5-minute sessions – no experience required.
Accessibility
We believe everyone should have access to dance. Audio described and captioned works are available.
Dancing Nation
12 dance works selected from Sadler’s Wells and BBC Arts’ acclaimed Dancing Nation series. Featuring Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures, Akram Khan, Candoco Dance Company and more.
Company of Elders - Relive
A film about how our relationships to memory and time tell a story of what matters most in life: the people we share it with. Presented by Company of Elders and choreographer Eleesha Drennan.
All these things we can make
Take part
Adventure from the comfort of your home. This specially commissioned audio work is designed for families to explore together. Created by Charlotte Spencer Projects.
Movement in still form
Explore the intimate moments of dance creation through an exhibition of photography by Camilla Greenwell.
Cuckoo
Time is passing. That, we can rely on. Time flies, drags, suspends. Cuckoo is a visually striking and playful dance film from Candoco Dance Company.
Our Bodies Back
Our Bodies Back stages the work of acclaimed American poet and performance artist jessica Care moore in a breathtaking dance film from Jonzi D.
Moving Through a Pandemic
How has coronavirus changed the way we move, touch and connect? Watch dancers around the world respond to the pandemic, in a film collaboration with Financial Times.
Dancing at Dusk
No longer available on Digital Stage.
Dancing at Dusk returns to Digital Stage to celebrate the live performances of The Rite of Spring at Sadler’s Wells Theatre from 7 – 11 June 2022. Delve into this stunning film, as Pina Bausch’s iconic choreography is danced in an extraordinary setting, on the beach in Toubab Dialaw, Senegal.
Feeling Thing
No longer available on Digital Stage.
This film by Jo Bannon and Candoco Dance Company invites us to pay attention to the objects around us and experience them as the dancing, feeling things they are.
Second Hand Dance's
Night Tree Films
No longer available on Digital Stage.
This pair of dance films for children aged 3 – 7 and their adults takes us on a wintery walk through the forest, exploring nature through movement!
Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Curated by Carlos
No longer available on Digital Stage.
Enjoy a triple bill of new work from one of the UK’s leading ballet companies, including the world premiere of a new duet performed by Carlos Acosta and Alessandra Ferri.
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