Breakin' Convention is the critically acclaimed powerhouse behind a hip hop theatre revolution.
Breakin’ Convention Festival 2025
The world’s BIGGEST festival of hip hop dance theatre is back, 2-5 May 2025.
Get bank holiday ready for jaw-dropping performances, live DJs, dance workshops, graffiti, emcees, and spontaneous cyphers all over Sadler’s Wells in an unforgettable experience.
Recruitment Day
We’re looking for passionate freelancers to lead workshops and projects for young people. If you're ready to make an impact and share your skills, apply now for the chance to be part of our Recruitment Day, taking place in the Lilian Baylis Studio on Friday 14 March, 11:00-16:00.
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Since 2004, Breakin' Convention has represented the origins and evolution of hip hop culture from around the world and around the corner. Working with the most respected, innovative and inspirational artists, Breakin' Convention is at the vanguard of the global development of the hip hop theatre genre, through its world-renowned festivals, international touring, professional development, youth projects and educational programme.
Find out more about our key projects:
[Back to the Lab] [Breakin’ Convention Festival] [Breakin’ Convention Presents] [Breakin’ Convention’s History] [Future Elements] [Open Art Surgery]
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Please help us to share and cultivate new and exciting hip hop theatre, inspire young people by supporting us via Sadler's Wells.