Moonraker Carnival Movers Workshops

Join a troupe of illuminated dancers who will help to retell the Moonraking story in a bright new way!

Get your groove on and learn simple choreographed moves and be part of the 40th Birthday Moonraking celebrations.

You will need to be available on these dates

• Sunday 16th February 12.30- 2.30pm Slaithwaite Community Centre
• Friday 21st February 7 - 9pm Meet at The Watershed for outdoor rehearsal
• Saturday 22nd February 2 -3.30pm rehearsal 5.30 - 8.30pm performance Meet at The Watershed

With choreographer Keisha Hamilton.   Keisha specialises in community dance having worked with Northern Ballet and the Lawrence Batley Theatre and many others.

Keisha started her creative career teaching community dance to a variety of ages and abilities after completing an apprenticeship with Northern Ballet. She then secured full time employment with the company touring the UK teaching creative inclusive dance and movement in schools, theatres, and other community venues. She is experienced in workshop facilitation, choreography, storytelling and has a specific interest in introducing movement to people yet to find their passion for moving.

Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Costumes provided.

Adults and young people aged 14 upwards.

You will need to wear a costume, be happy to be photographed and be willing to dance outdoors and smile whatever the weather!

All genders and body shapes are most welcome!

We need the majority of participants to be fit enough to dance throughout the Moonraking parade, but some can do just the first section if needed.  

If you have a disability, you are most welcome to take part - we'll do what we can to adjust activities to suit your needs.

Questions?  slawitmoonraking@gmail.com

The 2025 Slaithwaite Moonraking Festival is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Dark Woods Foundation, Kirklees Third Sector Leaders Creative Steps, University of Manchester, Kirklees Council, Wilkinson Woodward Solicitors, Ryder and Dutton, McNair Shirts, Innovate Orthopaedics, A New Leaf Bookshop, Making Waves, The Clay Mill and Yes Tuition.