London's international dance festival celebrating 21st century choreography across the capital. Founded in 1978, Dance Umbrella is internationally recognised for its annual festival which takes place each October. Alongside this, we offer year-round creative learning opportunities for all ages and help develop choreographic talent. Our aim is to entice audiences, nurture artists, innovate practice, and stimulate interest in the power of the body in motion. To date, Dance Umbrella has reached audiences of over one million people in London.