Exhibition: Jazz Dance in British Culture

An exhibition exploring the influence of African Diasporic Jazz dance on British culture from the 18th century to the present day.

This exhibition is the first of its kind in Britain to focus on dance rather than music. It traces the evolution of jazz dance, from early tap dance and the Cakewalk to contemporary street dance. The exhibition highlights how Black performers and dancers challenged ideas of race and identity while shaping Britain's dance identity.