18th Gdansk Dance Festival

Main programme in September consists of performances and Solo Dance Contest / Platform, that brings together dancers to share their creativity, ideas and energy, being together for four days. The program is open to both stars of the European dance scene and young, emerging talents. This year we will focus on French Female Choreographers, featuring Leila Ka inter alia.

The Gdańsk Dance Festival is primarily a meeting of dancers and choreographers, bringing together local, national and international dance community to talk about art and exchange inspiration. It is known for its homely atmosphere and great organization. The first edition took place in 2009, but Klub Żak, the organizer of the Festival, has been supporting and promoting artists for over 60 years. The Festival offers also masterclass for professional dancers, lectures on history, tools and reception of dance, aftertalks and feedbacks.The festival is co-financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage and the City of Gdańsk.