In2It International Dance Festival, Norway

  Artistic Director Bawren Tavaziva will be in residence at the renowned In2It International Dance Festival in Kristiansund, Norway from 24-29 September 2024. During his residency, Bawren will share ‘work in progress’ on a new Solo piece which he is developing for performance in 2025, working title Natural Born Suit, which will be a reflection […]

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COMPANY CLASS IS BACK!

After a summer hiatus, we are looking forward to being back in the studio for Tavaziva Company Class! Dancers, join us to practice Bawren Tavaziva’s unique technique, a dynamic synthesis of contemporary, ballet and African dance. Be ready for a highly energetic and physically challenging class involving technique, pair and creative work.  Venue: Espinosa Studio, […]

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MUSEUM OF COLOUR’S ‘A VERY BRITISH RHYTHM’ DIGITAL EXHIBITION

Check out the Museum of Colour’s new digital exhibition, A Very British Rhythm featuring Bawren Tavaziva amongst other extraordinary dance artists of colour who have significantly influenced the UK dance world over the past 250 years. All shots were captured beautifully by Zimbabwean photographer, Hopeful Sandati.   […]

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WELCOME TAVAZIVA TRUSTEES

We are delighted to welcome two new Trustees to the Tavaziva Board of Directors. Sinibaldo De Rosa (PhD, ResMA) and José Hendo bring their expertise to support the delivery and growth of the Company ambitions. Sinibaldo De Rosa (PhD) is an ethnographer, dramaturg, and notator researching dance and ritual for people at the margins across multiple […]

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WELCOME MARY KINSELLA

We warmly welcome Mary Kinsella to the Tavaziva team, who joins us as Administrative Manager supporting the efficient and effective running of the Company. Mary is a dance specialist manager, teacher and artist with a professional history grounded in access, participation and community engagement. Mary received her Anthropology degree from Durham University before completing her […]

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Tavaziva Seeking Administrative Manager

Tavaziva is looking for a highly organised person with a passion for dance/the performing arts and a flair for communication to be the linchpin of the organisation. This is a demanding and vital role within a small company, responsible for its smooth running.  Working closely with a busy team to manage processes and timely operational […]

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Peter Kyle awarded CBE

  The Trustees, Associates and Staff at Tavaziva would like to congratulate Peter Kyle on being awarded a Commander of the order of the British Empire for services to cultural heritage. As one of the early supporters and leaders of dance and dancers in the UK, this is well deserving. Peter has been there for […]

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Welcome Tavaziva Associate Members

We are delighted to welcome two new Associate Members to the Tavaziva team. Dzifa Benson and Euton Daley MBE will serve as advisors and advocates supporting the Board and Staff to deliver the company’s ambitions for the next three years.   Dzifa Benson is a multi-disciplinary live artist who uses literature as her primary mode […]

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BOY’S KHAYA at Afrika Eye 2022

On 17 November 2022, BOY’S KHAYA will be showcased as part of the AFRIKA EYE Festival alongside a choreographic forum featuring Bawren Tavaziva and visiting choreographers Kennedy Mutanga and Deborah Badoo. Tavaziva will also lead a dance workshop, where he sets out to inspire and ignite interest in contemporary African dance. AFRIKA EYE is back […]

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