Leading UK Street Dance group Jukebox Collective share their news round up for 2014

1. Newsletter January 2015
WALES DANCE PLATFORM
CHAPTER ARTS - JUNE 28th 2014
Jukebox Collective showcased one of their up and coming new
theatre projects “20 21st street” in Chapter Arts ‘Wales Dance
Platform’ event this June. Their performance was showcased in
the theatre space and also performed as an immersive piece in
the bar/restaurant area downstairs. The Collective brought
together a 7minute high energy dance/theatre showcase,
focusing on a Love-Hate relationship between 2 couples. The
1920’s styled costumes brought to life the era of the story, and
the character of each dancer.
Members of the audience said the piece was “exciting , fun,
and a joy to watch”.
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STUDIO CLASSES
Jukebox currently hold a wide
range of classes for the public
at their studio, located in John
Street, Cardiff. The classes run
weekly and are aimed towards
newcomers, professionals, and
dance enthusiasts. After their
event launch “Social Saturday”
Jukebox introduced 4 brand
new classes to their studio
timetable.
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NEW CLASSES
Launched from the beginning
of June 2014
Tuesday
19:00-20:00
Afro-Asian Fusion Dance
20:00-21:00
Salsa Musicality
Friday
18:30-19:30
Waacking
19:30-20:30
Samba/Afro-Brazilian
The new classes offered
versatility to the regular studio
classes, and invite a broader
appeal to the public.
The 2015 schedule is to be
released soon - watch this
space!!
2014 ROUND UP

2. Newsletter January 2015
SOCIAL SATURDAY
MAY 31st 2014
WHAT A SUCCESS!! - Social Saturday proved to be a complete
success on the 31st of May, A day of open workshops, live art,
and live music held at Jukebox Studios and NoFitState Circus.
Everyone was K.O by the end of the day.!! Stay tuned for the
next Social Saturday. We will keep you informed.
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Art Car Boutique
Above : Jukebox Collective
captured as they show off their skills
to promote Social Saturday in the
Art Car Boutique 2014. Established
in 2011 by Chapter and “Something
Creatives”, the day was an eclectic
and eccentric mix of art,
performance, food, music, vintage
fashion.
Fjørds Music Video
OUT NOW
Jukebox featured in Fjørds video
for there new single “Sylwun“. With
Naomi starring as lead character.
The video can be seen here ; http://
www.thefourohfive.com/tv/fjords-
sulwyn-the-405-premiere-140
TAG - S4C
WEEKLY VIEW
Dont forget Jukebox
Collective feature on S4C
“Tag” every Friday evening
at 5pm. Or you can watch it
on catch up at; http://
www.s4c.co.uk/clic/
c_clicsearch.shtml
GRAND MASTER
FLASH
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This July we had the
opportunity to work with the
legendary Grand Master Flash
on the “The Grandmaster Flash
Collection (TV Ad)” Featuring
B.Boy Spin - Soul Mavericks
Take a look at the video :
https://www.youtube.com/
watch?v=y9slkNuOZuE

3. Newsletter January 2015
UEFA SUPERCUP FINAL
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Jukebox got together 100 dancers, mixing some of their company dancers
and also recruiting new talent from the community to perform at this years
opening ceremony for the UEFA SUPERCUP FINAL [RealMadrid vs Sevilla].
The dancers experienced a once in a lifetime opportunity and the
performance was beyond a success! We congratulate all who took part!
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FESTIVAL TOUR
Jukebox Collective and Big
Swing Sound System come
together to mix the essence
of swing and hiphop to
create a powerful, fun,
creative and original set for
the immense crowds of this
summers festivals. From the
Swing DJ of Mat the Hat and
Kaptain to Hiphop and
Swing influenced Dance
moves by 4 members of
Jukebox Collective, the
combination of both proved
to be a spectacular show.
LOVEBOX FESTIVAL
Performing alongside acts
such as Nas and M.I.A,
LoveBox Festival was an out
of this world experience.
Take a look at our highlights
of the day here : https://
www.youtube.com/watch?
v=_vmp1MPRjeo
BLYSH
Held in our home town
Cardiff, Blysh festival was a
beautifully arranged vintage
tent. The dance floor filled
with Swing enthusiasts who
gave Jukebox great energy
whilst performing.
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COCK & BULL
A festival surrounded by
farm animals and activities.
Jukebox and Big Swing
ended the festival with a
BANG and perform their set
for 2HOURS non stop. The
crowd couldn't get enough!
SWICA CARNIVAL
Jukebox youth and their parents team together to hand create their innovative
costumes for this summers SWICA carnival. Even in the rainy weather Jukebox
managed to bring smiles to everyones faces with their brightly coloured
patterns, african vibes, and their african influenced dance moves. We cant wait
for next years carnival. What shall our theme be?!!

4. Newsletter January 2015
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Pumeza - Thula Baba
Our very talented dancer Joel featured in Pumezas brand new
single ‘Thula-Baba’ . Starring as the essence of a spirit in very
authentic looking church. We absolutely love this video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3ZqTrkNJDc
How Super - Lollipop
Our youth group ‘How-Super’
come together and perform for
the grand opening of the new kids
charity shop ‘Lillipop’. We wish
them well for the future
Radio 1 Mix Tape
KEEP A LOOK OUT !! Liara Barussi
worked alongside Nick Grimshaw to
choreograph on his brand new Radio
1 Mixtape commercial.
BreakOut
FEATURE - How super feature in the
best of wales act at this years
BREAKOUT event as guest performers
alongside 12+ other dance acts.
Ely Festival
COMMUNITY - Our youngest dances aged from 6-11 years
old take the stage at Ely Festival this July. Their very first
performance together on stage this summer. They blew
away the whole crowd and got hundreds of new kids eager
to join them on stage. Keep a look out for these kids in the
near future. The future sure is bright.

5. Newsletter January 2015
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Breakin’ The Bay 2014
Diwali Festival
Fiddler on the Roof
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Diwali Festival
THE ANNUAL HIPHOP FESTIVAL HELD IN CARDIFF
August 24th, 25th 2014 One of the best years yet. Dancers from all
over the globe turned up to showcase their talent and bring the
community together in honour of Hiphop Culture. Held at the Wales
Millennium Centre, the festival was no short of Ecstatic. We hope to
still be running this festival for many years to come. We are open to
your suggestions of what you think might add even more vibrance,
please dont hesitate give feedback and help 2015 be even better.
A CHALLENGING BUT REWARDING PERFORMANCE FOR JUKEBOX -
Jukebox joined the community to celebrate Diwali Festival of
Lights on WMC’s Glanfa stage
Renea Britto, Kyesha Tomlin, Tia and
Jasmine Camilleri, were all chosen
to play the main roles of the
daughters in Fiddler on the Roof at
the the New Theatre Cardiff.
Iestyn James was chosen as one
of 60 boys to create the
production of Matthew Bourne’s
Lord of the Flies at the Wales
Millennium Centre.
Lord of the Flies

6. Newsletter January 2015
THE MINISTRY OF SOUND
A NIGHTATTHE CASABLANCA
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For one extraordinary night in November, Wales
Millennium Centre transformed the Donald Gordon
stage into Butetown’s legendary Casablanca Club for
a celebration of the rich musical heritage that made it
famous around the world.
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Jukebox Collective recruited some fresh new faces for this
performance and put together a show stopping mixup of
soul, gospel, reggae, swing, jazz and everything in
between. Alongside well known faces from Dj Keith
Murrell to The Bay Divas, the stage was complete!
From costumes to body movement the collective really
embraced the essence and feel of how the Casablanca
used to be. Members of the audience said the collective
were ‘ High energy, stage stealing performers’.
Keep an eye out for the new faces of Jukebox Collective.
We are excited to share with you.
Ministry of Sound - House Dance Mix tape commercial choreographed by Liara Barussi