Blackpool has a long and proud relationship with Breakin’ Convention, the world-renowned hip hop dance theatre festival. The Grand Theatre first welcomed the convention in 2014, with further unforgettable performances in 2016 and 2017. A show was planned for 2020 but sadly cancelled due to the pandemic. Thankfully, the convention returned in 2023, and now, in 2026, it’s back once again to light up Blackpool’s stage. For House of Wingz, this relationship means everything. The

Blackpool recently welcomed Sport England for a two-day conference at the Winter Gardens and Blackpool Sports Centre, spotlighting the town as a key partner in tackling inactivity through the Move Together Blackpool  initiative. As part of the event, House of Wingz  were invited to perform and represent the power of community-driven movement. Over 70 system leaders gathered for a leadership masterclass, panel discussions, and a celebration of collaboration highlighting the po

Roots in the House returned for its third annual celebration in Black History Month, bringing together Blackpool’s African and Caribbean communities for an afternoon of joy, culture, and connection. Hosted by House of Wingz, the event once again proved to be a powerful platform for Black excellence, showcasing the incredible artists and creatives who are shaping the cultural landscape locally. This year’s line-up was nothing short of iconic. We were thrilled to welcome Inimf

This summer, House of Wingz took to the streets of South Shore, focusing on the Waterloo Road area, with a mission that was simple but powerful: to listen. We wanted to understand how local residents feel about Blackpool today honestly, openly, and without pressure so that their voices could shape future initiatives aimed at improving perceptions of the town. A “For Us, By Us” Approach At House of Wingz, we believe in working with communities, not imposing ideas on them. That

Every September, Live Like Ralph  host their annual fundraiser to support young people in accessing skateboarding activities. This year, we were thrilled to be part of the celebration once again, bringing our energy and creativity to Park View 4 You in support of their incredible mission. Our talented senior crew - Scarlett, Orson, Julia, James, Franklin, and Inimfon- lit up the festival with a performance that was so much more than dance. They pulled the crowd in, transformi

The Blackpool Style Assembly 2025 was a celebration of community, sustainability, and creativity. Hosted at House of Wingz, the event transformed the space into a multi-room catwalk, where small brands and local artists came together to showcase the power of slow fashion and conscious consumption. This second edition of the Style Assembly brought together an inspiring lineup of collaborators: Aysh De Belle, Northern Tide, Herbrand, Crafty Cloth, Allura Ibiza, Luv Me Again, an

In July, House of Wingz proudly took over the main stage on Blackpool’s iconic Comedy Carpet as part of the month-long Capital of Dance Festival . Across two unforgettable days, we brought the community together through workshops, performances, and battles that celebrated the joy and diversity of dance. Day One: Workshops, Performances, and Freestyle Energy The first day was all about participation and performance. We kicked things off with a TikTok dance workshop , where the

Summer’s here, and that means one thing at House of Wingz: our Holiday Activity & Food (HAF)  programme is back and better than ever!...

We’re bursting with pride at House of Wingz as we celebrate the incredible success of three of our homegrown dancers. Dylan Dennis, Orson...

This week, The Guardian  published a powerful article shining a rare and much-needed light on the lives of young people growing up in...

We’re beyond excited to welcome two incredible new leaders and dance teachers to the House of Wingz family: Franklin Oni-ossai (known as Iconic ) and Inimfon Ekpenyong Iniama (known as Ini ). Both originally from Nigeria, they bring with them not only extraordinary talent but also inspiring journeys that have shaped who they are today. Who they are Franklin and Ini both describe themselves as lifelong dancers. Franklin recalls discovering dance at just six years old, starti