SU Performing Arts Showcase 2026: A Celebration of Dance

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The event will be held between: Doors open 19:15, Performance starts at 19:30
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A group of ballet dancers performing on stage

Join us for the Students' Union Performing Arts Showcase 2026: A Celebration of Dance.

Mark your calendars for an exciting evening full of music, dance and pure joy! Featuring an outstanding lineup of our different dance societies with the performances choreographed by students and teachers. This is a family-friendly event designed to inspire, entertain, and bring our community together. Expect an evening brimming with creativity and talent as each group takes the stage to share what they've been passionately working on.

Why you Don't Want to Miss It:

  • A Range of Diverse Performances: Captivating dance numbers with styles such as contemporary, jazz, heels, ballet, street, commercial, gymnastics, tap, and latin & ballroom.
  • Good vibes all around: An event where everyone is welcome; a perfect evening to spend with friends, family and fellow art lovers.
  • Exciting Raffle Prizes: A chance to purchase a raffle ticket at the event, where you will be entered into our raffle with potential of winning some interesting prizes. (all raffle proceeds go to the charity CoppaFeel).

Whether you're after a local treat or a unique experience, you're bound to leave with a smile.

Celebrate the arts and be part of a truly magical experience!

Tickets and booking information:

  • £10 full price
  • £8 for Falmouth University and University of Exeter students
  • Tickets on sale from 9am on Friday 16 January

Contact us:

T: +44(0)1326 259349

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