LIBERATE DANCE PERFORMANCE COMPANY
Taking wheelchair dance beyond the studio.
A collaborative performance company for wheelchair dancers who want to create, develop and perform original work.
WHY WE CREATED LDPC
Because dance should belong to everyone.
At Liberate Dance, we’ve seen first-hand the confidence, friendships and joy that dance can create. Over time, some of our dancers began asking for more opportunities to perform, collaborate and develop their skills beyond weekly classes.
Liberate Dance Performance Company was created in response — a dedicated space for wheelchair dancers aged 16+ who want to explore performance, contribute creatively, and work towards public performances as part of a supportive ensemble.
While Liberate Dance continues to offer welcoming, accessible opportunities for all, LDPC creates a pathway for dancers who want to challenge themselves artistically and share their work with wider audiences.
WHAT WE DO
More than a performance company.
LDPC is a space where wheelchair dancers come together to create, collaborate and grow as artists. Every performance reflects the unique voices of the dancers involved — building confidence, teamwork and a sense of belonging that extends far beyond the stage.
Create together
Through weekly rehearsals and collaborative choreography, members shape original work inspired by their own ideas, experiences and creativity.
Perform widely
The company performs at festivals, community spaces, schools and care settings, sharing high-quality wheelchair dance with a wide range of audiences.
Engage audiences
Performances may be accompanied by workshops, talks and interactive experiences that invite audiences to connect with the work and the people behind it.
Rehearsal, performance and community in motion.
In rehearsal
In the community
On stage
TWO WAYS TO BE PART OF IT
Whether you dance or you host — there's a place for you.
For dancers
LDPC is for wheelchair dancers aged 16+ who are excited by creating and performing dance as part of a committed company. Bring your own ideas, experiences and creativity — through collaborative choreography, rehearsals and performances, you’ll develop new skills, build confidence and help shape original work.
One step first: to join, you’ll already attend at least one of our drop-in classes. Ongoing attendance keeps your skills developing — and helps us build a company that’s committed and settled.
For communities, venues & event organisers
Our performances celebrate creativity, connection and the unique perspectives of disabled artists. We work with festivals, care homes, schools, community organisations and local events to bring engaging performances — and meaningful conversations — to audiences of all ages.
Alongside performances, we offer interactive workshops and discussions that encourage participation, challenge assumptions and create opportunities for connection.
We currently focus on weekends, and potentially weekday evenings, to suit our dancers’ availability.
OUR IMPACT
Creating opportunity. Building connection.
LDPC exists to create opportunities for disabled dancers while building stronger, more connected communities. Through performance and participation, we aim to:
Develop artistic skills and creative confidence
Increase visibility for disabled artists
Build meaningful social connections
Encourage collaboration and teamwork
Challenge perceptions of disability and movement
Create joyful, memorable experiences for audiences
Every rehearsal, performance and conversation contributes to a future where disabled artists are visible, valued and celebrated.
JOIN US OR BOOK A PERFORMANCE
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you’re a wheelchair dancer looking for your next challenge, or an organisation interested in hosting a performance, we’d love to hear from you.
Interested in joining LDPC?
Get in touch to find out more about rehearsals, performances and upcoming opportunities.
Looking to book a performance?
We offer performances, workshops and interactive experiences for festivals, schools, care homes and community organisations.
