Take Off Festival 2025
Hold onto your hat as we Take Off with Dance Cork Firkin Crane’s festival this February
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
Booking & Info here.
THURSDAY 20 FEBRUARY
Professional Class with Habib Ben Tanfous | 11am-12:30pm
Booking & Info here.
Performance Programme 1: Jessie Keenan, Tobi Omoteso, Tú Hoàng | 7:30pm
Booking & Info here.
FRIDAY 21 FEBRUARY
Professional Class with Tú Hòang | 11am-12:30pm
Booking & Info here.
Performance Programme 2: Amir Sabra, Habib Ben Tanfous | 7:30pm
Booking & Info here.
