Take Off Festival

19-21 February 2025

Dance Cork Firkin Crane

Now in its third year, Take Off celebrates thrilling dance artists from Ireland and Europe. Highlights include works by Aerowaves artists Tú Hoàng (Netherlands/Vietnam) and Habib Ben Tanfous (Belgium/Tunisia), alongside Jessie Keenan (Ireland), Tobi Omoteso (Ireland/Nigeria), and a new work by Amir Sabra (Ireland/Palestine) commissioned by Luail – Ireland’s National Dance Company.

You can also join professional classes with festival artists and a roundtable discussion facilitated by Siobhán Ní Dhuinnín, offering audiences a deep dive into dance practices.

Browse the schedule below.

WEDNESDAY 19 FEBRUARY

Roundtable Discussion @ Maureen’s, Shandon | 6-7:30pm, Free event booking required

THURSDAY 20 FEBRUARY

Professional Class with Habib Ben Tanfous | 11am-12:30pm

Performance Programme 1: Jessie Keenan, Tobi Omoteso, Tú Hoàng | 7:30pm

FRIDAY 21 FEBRUARY

Professional Class with Tú Hòang | 11am-12:30pm

Performance Programme 2: Amir Sabra, Habib Ben Tanfous | 7:30pm