Ensemble Festival 2026

Created by Certain Blacks

A free outdoor celebration of circus, dance, and physical theatre for all ages

Taking place across East Londonโ€™s spectacular waterside destination, Ensemble Festival 2026 explores identity, ritual, ecology, and collective experience through a dynamic mix of dance, gig theatre, circus, and physical storytelling.

Enjoy free performances for all ages by some of the most exciting contemporary artists.

The programme includes BSL Interpreted โ€˜Fragments of Usโ€™ (13:45) and โ€˜The Torch (15:45) on Sunday 26th July.

  • Fragments of Us โ€“ 13:45

By the iconic Talawa Theatre, a beautiful dance and spoken word performance exploring ancestry, belonging, and shared experiences.

  • The Torch โ€“ 15:45

By Nigel โ€œKobbyโ€ Taylor and a tribute to Afrobeat legend Ebo Taylor, blending Afrobeat, hip-hop, rap and storytelling into a gig-theatre experience about identity, legacy and discovering oneโ€™s own light.

Event details

When: Sun 26 Jul 2026, 12:00 pm โ€“ 8:00 pm

Format: In-person

Venue:
The Royal Docks
Western Gateway
London
E16 1FA
England

Cost: Free

Access & inclusion

Event languages

  • English
  • British Sign Language (BSL)

This event includes BSL interpreters.

Access features

  • Sign language interpreters
  • Wheelchair access

More access info

* Access performances on Sunday 26 July, including BSL interpretation and Touch Tours.

* Step-free access across the festival site

* Accessible toilets

* All events are chilled performances

* Seating available

* Assistance Dogs welcome

* Audio description across the weekend

Organiser

Certain Blacks

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