In this episode of Dancing Class, dance artist Sarah Blanc vibrantly explores her journey from a council estate in Waterford, Ireland, to becoming a freelance choreographer and performer in the UK.

Sarah shares candid reflections of navigating the challenges of class and access alongside themes of ambition, identity, imposter syndrome, and the freelance hustle. The discussion is wrapped in Sarah’s humour and warmth.

Recorded in binaural sound, this immersive episode invites listeners to reflect on how dance and class identity can shape careers in the UK.

  • Sarah Blanc

    Choreographer & Artistic Director of Moxie Brawl

  • Dr Rachel Krische

    Performer & Academic Researcher

  • Dr Laura Griffiths

    Senior Lecturer in Dance

Digital Event

World Premiere

Venue: Online

  • Admission: Watch with Digital Pass (Pay What You Can from £5), which gives you access to DU’s entire digital programme!
  • Duration: 88 minutes
  • Access: Binaural recording, captioned

How to listen: For the best listening experience, we recommend using headphones

Dance Umbrella Festival 2025 Across London & Online
2 - 31 October


Credits +

Date of recording: 13 March 2025

  • Igor Mieczkowski
    Sound Recordist
  • Dr Laura Taylor
    Editing
  • Dr Jess Blaise Ward
    Audio Accompaniment
  • Michael Ward
    Audio Accompaniment Mastering
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