BirdGang Ltd, the award-winning UK-based creative company specialising in hip hop dance theatre, proudly presents HATCHWORK ’26 – an evening of bold, experimental new work created by eight emerging Movement Architects. The public showcase marks the culmination of an intensive two-week artistic residency at Stanley Arts, offering audiences the first opportunity to experience these new works fresh from development.
HATCHWORK ’26 continues BirdGang Ltd’s mission to champion the next generation of choreographers by providing a platform where artists can explore, experiment, and share innovative ideas with the public for the very first time. During the residency, the selected artists immerse themselves in a rigorous programme of creative exploration, professional development, and entrepreneurial growth.
Participants receive mentorship from BirdGang Ltd’s award-winning Movement Architects and Directors, alongside guidance from specialists in movement, sound, lighting, set design, and business development coaching. This holistic approach enables each choreographer to deepen their craft, refine their artistic identity, and develop the tools needed to shape the future and legacy of their work.
The HATCHWORK programme reflects BirdGang Ltd’s commitment to fostering innovation across hip hop theatre and multidisciplinary art forms. Since its inception, HATCHWORK has become a vital launchpad for early-career artists, supporting the development of groundbreaking work that contributes to the ever-evolving landscape of hip hop theatre and the wider performing arts.
The public showcase, representing the culmination of this intensive 360-degree residency, takes place at Stanley Arts on Saturday, 28th February 2026 at 4pm. With limited capacity, audiences are encouraged to secure tickets early for this one-evening-only event. Be the first to witness these brand new works, presented raw, urgent, and unfiltered from the creative lab.
Alongside the public performance, HATCHWORK ’26 includes a private Industry Showcase on Monday, 2nd March 2026. This invite-only sharing is designed for producers, programmers, funders, venues, and cultural organisations, offering an opportunity to engage directly with the artists and their work-in-progress. The Industry Showcase provides invaluable professional feedback and supports the future development and touring potential of the works. Industry professionals are invited to register their interest here.
HATCHWORK ’26 is proudly supported by:
Arts Council England, Dance East, East London Dance, Scanners Inc, Guildhall Production Studios, Pavilion Dance South West (PDSW), Stanley Arts, BRIT School and ZOO CO.
£10 – £15 Early Bird, Advance and Concession tickets are now available for the Public Showcase at Stanley Arts, 12 S Norwood Hill, London SE25 6AB, from here.
About HATCHWORK
HATCHWORK is BirdGang Ltd’s creative residency programme supporting emerging Movement Architects to develop bold, experimental new work. Across an intensive two-week process, selected artists receive mentorship, technical workshops, and business development support, culminating in public and industry showcases at Stanley Arts. Designed as a launchpad for new voices in hip hop theatre and multidisciplinary performance, HATCHWORK nurtures innovation, collaboration, and long-term artistic growth.
About BirdGang Ltd
BirdGang Ltd are movement architects, bringing their spirit craft and live experiences to brands, audiences and pupils around the world. An award-winning UK-based creative company with Hip Hop dance art forms in their DNA, that creates, teaches and distributes avant-garde dance content for stage, theatre, TV and film.
BirdGang Ltd have worked with companies, artists and brands including Jungle, Adidas, Mariah Carey, Diversity, Alexandra Burke, Wiley, Beyoncé, Coldplay, Zara Larsson, Disney Studios, Robbie Williams, BMW, Red Bull, BBC Sounds and ITV, creating unforgettable moments for viewers.
Led by Simeon Qsyea, Ukweli Roach, and Kendra Horsburgh, BirdGang Ltd tells thought-provoking stories and paints vivid, striking images rooted in the belief that hip hop is a vital and evolving culture of artistic and intellectual depth. Their mission is to continue shaping multidisciplinary work across the contemporary arts landscape.
