Our name- abbreviated to HOW, is influenced by the countercultural phenomenon of Ballroom, rooted in the necessity of community and safety, and in the defiance of oppression. ‘Houses’ are chosen families of dancers, artists and performers who ‘walk’ at balls as a form of self-expression and escapism. Walking enables people to be whoever they want to be, to create an alternative reality where they can share the version of themselves that they love, without fear of judgement.  A celebration of personal identity, acceptance, expression, struggle, community, and love.

 

Our company emblem is ‘Wingz’ which represents the elevation in spirit you can discover by engaging in dance, music and art. Any individual can find their ‘Wingz’ and can use them to rise above personal difficulties.

 HOW is a Blackpool based ‘Art House’, specialising in Dance, predominantly street dance styles. We welcome anyone to come in, make themselves at home and delve into our uplifting and exciting movement.