Topsy Turvy - July 2026
'topsy turvy'
'wyneb I waered'
when circus makes the impossible possible!
Pan fydd sycas yn gwneud yr Amhosibl yn bosibl!
65 performers from the Dance Blast community, dancers and aerialists, young people and adults, have explored the theme of circus in this spectacular show.
MYCC = Monmouthshire Youth Circus Company/Cwmni Syrcas Ieuenctid Sir Fynwy
MCDC = Monmouthshire Connected Dance Company/Cwmni Dawns Gysylltiedig Sir Fynwy
MYDC = Monmouthshire Youth Dance Company/Cwmni Dawns Ieuenctid Sir Fynwy
Circus of Mechanical Wonders/Sycras y Rhyfeddodau Mecanyddol
Choreographed by: Jake Ngowu and the dancers
Coreograffi gan: Jake Ngowu a'r danswyr
Composer/Cyfansoddwr: Matthew Peters
Aerial Solo/Perfformiad Awyrol Uniqlo: Kaiya Thomas
MYDC members chose choreographer Jake Ngowu and musician Matthew Peters to work with them as part of this project to create an original piece of dance and music.
The Circus of Mechanical Wonders follows the clockwork custodians of a strange mechanical circus, working behind the scenes and amongst its acts. Inspired by the archetypes of Harlequinade, they explore longing, choice and chaos as they begin to break free from their programming.
MYDC
The Mane Event/Y Digwyddiad Mwng
Choreographed by: Kim Noble and the dancers
Coreograffi gan: Kim Noble a'r danswyr
Roll up, roll up and step into the ring for The Mane event! Get ready to be amazed by the incredible power of our commanding ringmasters as they tame these wild, majestic lions right before your eyes. Through a spectacular blend of high-energy circus arts and fluid contemporary dance, our young performers will take you on a thrilling, fast-paced journey into the heart of the big top. Keep your eyes locked on these wild animals, because you never truly know what they're going to do next!
MYDC Foundation
Beneath/O Dan
Choreographed by: Sam Buswell and the dancers
Coreograffi gan: Sam Buswell a'r danswyr
Aerial Tutor & Rope Solo/Tiwtor Awyrol ac Chaff Uniqlo: Drew Morris
'Beneath' explores what lies beneath the surface of an imagined dark, grungy underworld. Through raw, physical movement, a group of boys navigate this strange place, concealed beneath tailored suits and top hats. As they journey through this mysterious world, they uncover its hidden rules, shifting power and the bonds that connect them.
Boys blast
Spellbound/Dan Gyfaredd
Choreographed by: Hayley Feehan and the dancers
Coreograffi gan: Hayley Feehan a'r danswyr
Welcome to the circus, an enchanting place of mystery, fun and excitement. All is not as it seems... can one act break free of the dark spell behind the extravaganza?!
Atomic
Slug & Horse/Gwlithod a Cheffyl
Choreographed by: Elle Edwards and the aerialists
Coreograffi gan: Elle Edwards a'r awyrolwyr
Ladies and gentlemen, place your bets! In the most unusual race you'll ever witness, our determined Slug takes on the speedy Horse, all under the watchful eye of the Ringmaster. With spectacular aerial hoop tricks, surprising twists and a finish you won't see coming... who will cross the line first? The Slug or the Horse? There's only one way to find out!
MYCC
L'Orange
Choreographed by: Kim Noble and the dancers
Coreograffi gan: Kim Noble a'r danswyr
Suited, booted and upgraded to business class. These bowler-hatted clones are ready for boarding. What's inside their suitcases, you ask? Watch as they unpack a fast-paced dance spectacle where corporate uniformity dissolves into pure chaos!
MYDC intermediate
INTERVAL
Something Up My Sleeve/Rhywbeth i Fy Llewys
Choreographed by: Kim Noble and the dancers
Coreograffi gan: Kim Noble a'r dabswyr
Step into the hazy glamour of a roaring 1930s dance floor, where the brass band blares and the energy is electric. Suddenly, the crowd vanishes, leaving two figures suspended in a moment. Time stops their eyes lock. Are they strangers colliding in the present, or ghosts of lovers waltzing through a shared memory?
mcdc
Bunch of Clowns/Criw o Glowniaid
Choreographed by: Kim Noble and the dancers
Coreograffi gan: Kim Noble a'r danswyr
Welcome to a 'Bunch of Clowns', a hilarious slapstick dance show where everything that can go wrong, absolutely does. Watch this dysfunctional troupe battle sudden stage fright, petty arguments, and total onstage coordination collapse. Can they pull it together before the final curtain, or will this performance dissolve into beautiful, chaotic failure?
Mydc advanced
MYCC
Choreographed by: Elle Edwards and the aerialists
Coreograffi gan: Elle Edwards a'r awyrolwyr
The spotlight is on! Our dazzling Showgirls take to the aerial silks with elegance, strength and a touch of sparkle. Watch as they climb, twist and soar through the air in a breathtaking performance that's sure to leave you applauding for more.
MyCC
The Marvels of Muscle/Rhyfeddod y Cyhyrau
Choreographed by: Kaiya Thomas and the aerialists
Coreograffi gan: Kaiya Thomas a'r awyrolwyr
Roll up! Seven fearless strongmen take to the ring with mighty muscles, marvellous aerial hoops, and more charm than good sense. A playful vintage circus spectacle full of daring feats, cheeky antics and larger-than-life characters.
