Nine Sixteenths  

Thu 26^th Feb | Full £8 | Conc £5 | Age 16+ 

In 2004, in the SuperBowl halftime show finale, 23 year old Justin Timberlake ripped off 37 year old Janet Jackson’s top. Her breast was exposed on screen for nine sixteenths of a second. A pop icon and role model for many black women, and an outspoken ally for the LGBTQ community, the moment derailed Jackson’s career for many years, while Timberlake’s thrived. 

Who was invested in the backlash? What does all this have to say about the demographics of who controls the media, and the ways in which black women are scrutinised in the public eye?

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From THE MALFUNCTION to THE AFTERMATH and a celebration of RECLAMATION, Nine Sixteenths is a journey through 3 acts, exploring themes of representation and pop culture with a nostalgia for the early 00’s, and the hopes and dreams of 4 black female performers through a visual variety of devised theatre, dance and lip sync. 

A fast, fun multimedia look at iconic black female role models. 

A Young(ish) Perspective

Varjack’s work allows for the reclamation of the pride and power that Jackson held.

The Reviews Hub

Refreshing bold in its approach.

All That Dazzles 

paulavarjack.com

Content to consider:
Strong language | References to sexism | References to racism

Neurodivergent Moments

Thu 5^th Mar | Age 16+ 

Charity Event

A live book reading and discussion from 2 neurodivergent comedians; Abigoliah Schamaun (as seen on Celebrity Pointless) and Joe Wells (“one of my favourite comics” – Frankie Boyle). Celebrate those moments in your life where your brain works differently to other brains. Neurotypicals welcome too.

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A mischievous, intelligent show about identity and representation … exquisitely tuned, often very funny routines.

The Scotsman, review of Joe Wells: King Of The Autistics

Frequently hilarious … The message that ‘difference is strength’ is a powerful one … in Joe’s hands, it is frequently hilarious.

Portsmouth News, review of Doesn’t Want to Do Political Comedy Anymore 

joewells.org.uk 

Content to consider:
Discussion of autism ADHD and other neurodivergent experiences | Jokes about meltdowns overstimulation and social misunderstandings | References to mental health challenges | Strong language | Candid descriptions of difficult personal experiences | Humour based on lived experiences which some audiences may find intense confronting or very real | Occasional references to discrimination or ableism | Potential audience interaction which may involve sudden noise or unexpected participation.

MapDance 2026  

Thu 30^th Apr | Age 15+

mapdance brings together bold new works and exciting reimagining’s from leading and emerging contemporary choreographers. This year’s programme features commissions from Luca Silvestrini, Cathy Waller and Amy Morvell, alongside a vibrant restaging of Yukiko Masui’s For Seasons. Expect a fresh blend of dance theatre, rapid athleticism, intricate lyrical movement and a generous dose of humour. 

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 Leaping and turning in zesty spurts with an insouciance that leaves nothing to chance.

Donald Hutera

Breakneck energy, ironic vulgarity and voracious vitality. 

LondonDance.com

mapdance.org

Content to consider:
Sudden loud music and shifts in sound | Flashing lights

3Fall Dance 2026  

Thu 7^th May | Age 15+ 

Join 3Fall Dance, the University’s undergraduate touring company, for their much-anticipated 2025/26 Spring Tour, celebrating over twenty years of vibrant, not-for-profit contemporary dance. 

This year’s programme features bold and dynamic works by acclaimed choreographers KJ Mortimer, Ceyda Tanc, and Luke Birch.

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Expect an exhilarating evening of contemporary dance from fresh, physical languages and contemporary-Turkish folk dance fusion to theatrical pieces that explore humour, artistic swimming, and the fierce pageantry of drag ball culture! 

The performance also showcases the distinct voices of emerging choreographers from our talented third-year students, presenting exciting new perspectives restaged for this tour.  

3falldancecompany.weebly.com

Content to consider:
Sudden loud music and shifts in sound | Flashing lights