Join unapologetic Gujarati queer dancemaker Jaivant Patel for a movement workshop unpacking notions of gender and challenging heteronormative constructs in contemporary society.
Jaivant is the artistic director of the multi award-winning Jaivant Patel Company based in Wolverhampton. The company creates contemporary performances influenced by the myriad of South Asian Dance forms. A trailblazer in both the UK and international dance scene Jaivant is one of the leading voices amplifying LGBTQ+ South Asian narratives and exploring the intersections of race gender sexuality faith and spirituality.
Suitable for all levels of experience.
This is a Pay What You Can event as part of Collective Encounters a two-day festival of dance for LGBTQ+ folx and their allies.
Yorkshire Dance is opposite BBC Yorkshire and Leeds Conservatoire. There is step free access throughout the building and wheelchair spaces are available. Full access information for Yorkshire Dance is available on our website.
Book here: https://yorkshiredance.com/whats-on/event/exploring-gender-constructs-and-i/
Image: Boneshaker Photography
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Yorkshire Dance, 3 St Peter's Square, Leeds LS9 8AH, United Kingdom, Leeds
