Dance Hitlist

All the shows that have got The List moving

This article is from 2009.

Capoeira Knights: The Boys from Brazil These athletic dancers took the 2008 Fringe by storm, and they’re back to do it all over again. Music, dance, backflips and some of the finest six packs in Edinburgh this August. The World @ St George’s West, 07761 716 929, 7–31 Aug, 9pm, £15–£18 (£5–£14). Preview 6 Aug, 9pm, £12 (£5–£10).

Still Breathing 2FaCeD DaNcE Company blends hip hop with contemporary to create an energetic hybrid where both styles win. Young, energetic and definitely worthy of your attention. Zoo Southside, 662 6892, 9–31 Aug (not 17 & 24), 4.30pm, £12–£13 (£10–£11). Previews 7–8 Aug, 4.30pm, £9.

Tap Kids Some of the most talented young tap dancers in America head for the Fringe in this entertaining show about high school life. New Town Theatre, 0844 477 1000, 5.45pm, £11–£12 (£9–£10). Previews 5–6 Aug, 7.45pm, £7.50.

Circa Taking all the majesty and awe of the circus and fusing it with beautiful movement, Australian company, Circa joins three of its shows together to make one big exciting Fringe experience. Assembly @ Assembly Hall, 8–31 Aug (not 10, 17 & 24), 4.30pm, £14.50–£16 (£13–£15). Previews 6–7 Aug, 4.30pm, £5.

Flhip Flhop: Everything Happens on the Break Hip hop in overalls, as two breakdancers take on the role of bored decorators in this humorous new show from Rannel Theatre. Zoo Southside, 662 6892, 9–31 Aug, 12.50pm, £10 (£8). Previews 7–8Aug, 12.50pm, £7.