As part of UK/Nigeria 2015–16, the British Council has brought together disabled and non-disabled artists for Dis Fix, a ground-breaking dance performance at Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island.
Led by popular British dance company Candoco and Nigerian choreographer Qudus Onikeku, the performances on the 16 and 17 of October are free to the public.
At the heart of the Candoco Dance Company’s work are their national and international productions, created by world class choreographers together with their cast of disabled and non-disabled dancers. Through the company’s educational projects and activities they also provide access to the highest quality of work for people participating in contemporary dance for pure enjoyment or as part of a developing career.
In May 2015, Candoco delivered a series of workshops in Lagos, Nigeria, collaborating with local Nigerian choreographers and dancers. Following this visit, Candoco have supported and mentored Qudus Onikeku to create a new dance piece with a company of local dancers.
Ojoma Ochai, Director Arts, British Council Nigeria said: “Dis Fix is a brilliant showcase of Nigerian and British creativity. These performances are the culmination of a hugely innovative project that has promoted inclusivity and excellence across the arts; the results are breath-taking and I hope as many people as possible come to experience them first hand.”
UK/Nigeria 2015–16 is a major season of arts in Nigeria aimed at building new audiences, creating new collaborations and strengthening relationships between the UK and Nigeria.
Programmed in association with a host of partners, it features more than 30 projects and more than 80 events in art, fashion, design, theatre, dance, music, literature and film throughout Nigeria and includes showcases of Nigerian arts and creative industries in the UK.
UK/Nigeria 2015–16 has a focus on creating access to art, new digital work, innovation, art in public spaces and working with young people.
Partnerships between Nigerian and British artists, institutions and organisations will be at the heart of the season which aims to develop skills and capacity across the creative industries.
The programme will run until April 2016 creating new connections in arts, education, innovation, trade and investment.
