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BB – Frontline Battle

Boy Blue

,Theatre
A group of hip hop dancers cheer and embrace in a rehearsal room.

Join Boy Blue at this explosive dance battle event, with an electric atmosphere provided by a line-up of guest judges and DJ's.

See artists, dancers and freestylers express themselves at this 2vs2, All Style Battle event.

Pairs of dancers will showcase their skills by competing to various styles of music. Who will be crowned champion? Come along to find out which exceptional performer will walk away with the cash prize. 

Hosted by Kenrick 'H20' Sandy, the line-up of guest judges include Brooke Milliner, Evion Mantis and Cori D Lionne, with music supplied by DJ Lewis Tigran.

Boy Blue is an Olivier Award-winning, hip hop dance theatre company that continues to define the potential and power of hip hop across the UK. It is a multi-generational, multicultural community, with performers ranging from five to 40+.

Tagged with: Theatre & dance Young Barbican Theatre and Dance Winter/Spring 2025

Running time: 4 hours (12pm–4pm)

Registration for Battlers will start from 11am. 

Attendees are welcome to come and go throughout the event. 

Age guidance: 6+ (family-friendly)

This event contains loud music, flashing lights and haze. 

Filming 

Boy Blue will be photographing and filming at the performance of Frontline Battle including audience members. This footage will be for promotional and archive use. If you do not wish to be filmed, please speak with a member of the Barbican team.

Would you like to battle? 

Tickets sold through this Barbican webpage are for audience members only. If you'd like to take part as a battler, you can book your place through Eventbrite here. 

Battlers must be 16 or over.            

 

Produced by Boy Blue.

Presented by the Barbican. 

Supported by Arts Council England. 

Image by @flashfil

Related events

From Fri 9 May to Sun 11 May, Boy Blue present a series of events across the centre. 

FreeStage performances (free)
Fri 9 May at 5.30pm–7pm, Level G
Stop by Level G for an evening of free performances from Boy Blue affiliates. Curated by Bruno Perrier, this showcase features twelve performances from some of the best companies and artists in and around London, including Corded UK, UEL Dance Collective and Elementz.  

Hip Hop Matters (£7)
Fri 9 May at 7.30pm–9.30pm, Frobisher 1 
Join Boy Blue for an exciting and thought-provoking conversation on the future of hip-hop, from where we are in 2025 to what the future holds.

 

Pre-show performance (free)
Sat 10 May at 5.30pm–7pm, Level G
Seeing A Night With Boy Blue on Saturday night? Come along to this free, pre-show performance on Level G with performances from Boy Blue affiliates, including Flawless Next Gen, London Contemporary Dance School and Impact Dance.

A Night With Boy Blue
Sat 10—Sun 11 May 2025
Mixing exuberant hip-hop dance displays, a joyful sense of community and the heart-thumping rhythms of an eclectic score, don't miss Boy Blue’s company showcase. Tickets from £18.

 

Theatre

Location
The Barbican Theatre is located within the main Barbican building. Head to Level G and follow the signs to find your seating level. 

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.

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