Dende Collective
Whats OnAbout UsContact Us

Loading Footer

Footer

Dende Collective

Dende Collective is a registered charity that produces original, inventive and distinctively Brazilian theatre here in the UK. Our work promotes and develops Anglo­ Brazilian collaborations as well as encouraging diversity and integration. In particular our work also complements educational programmes for young people. To help us continue producing such innovative shows please join our Dende Friends Scheme or talk to us about sponsorship opportunities.

facebooktwitterinstagram

Useful Links

  • Whats On
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy

About Us

  • About Us

Copyright © 2026 Dende Collective

Two people in colorful costumes and masks pose together. One wears a brown theatrical mask and green hat; the other wears a black mask with a pink snout and a headpiece of toy pigs, dressed in an orange and pink blazer. Other masked people stand behind them.
Elders - Shows - Young People

The Wandsworth Masquerade 2025

1 May to 21 Jun 2025

Unleash your creativity with The Wandsworth Masquerade 2025! Led by Dendê Collective and two experienced mask specialists, this joyful, free project invites Wandsworth residents aged 18+ and 60+ to take part in weekly mask-making and performance workshops.

Register Here

Also part of this project

The Wandsworth Masquerade 2025 Performance →
21 Jun 2025
• Tooting Works
Previous
1
2
34
Next
Three individuals sitting on stage, looking shocked or surprised with their mouths covered and wide eyes.
Shows
5 to 6 Apr 2014

I.F.

The time I'm going to tell you about the client was a kid. Six years of age. Name of Simon. And I'm Stoffard. No, I have no idea either. They make them up a lot of the time, when it comes to naming an IF (as we refer to ourselves) kids really use their imagination.

Find out more →
5 to 6 Apr 2014
Person in mime attire performing on stage with a book on a stand, against a red and white striped backdrop.
Shows
1 to 3 Aug 2013

La Biblioteca

Anyone for LA BIBLIOTECA this way please. The John Rylands Library is very excited to have you here: we have discovered a rare book with the secrets of the Commedia dell'Arte: I Segreti Meravigliosi di Commedia Dell’Arte, by Flaminio Scala. I am very proud to show it to you today for the first time." It all starts as a boring lecture on this dead theatrical form, but mayhem starts when Arlecchino and co show up for real, steal the rare book and install chaos

Find out more →
Three individuals dressed as zombies, with theatrical makeup and costumes, are pretending to stagger through a field in a classic undead pose.
Shows
31 Oct 2011

Spooktacular

In the darkness evil waits / Hungry for our blood / But beyond the spirit gates / Lies a force for good / Demon that torments this place / Sink beneath the mud!

Find out more →
1 to 3 Aug 2013
31 Oct 2011
A fierce warrior in traditional attire, brandishing a sword overhead with determination, set against a striking red backdrop that highlights the action.
Shows
18 to 20 Dec 2008

Kwaidan - Japanese Ghost Stories

Dende Collective and Contact Young Actors Company create a world where dark forces and evil spirits interact with humans and change theirs destinies forever

Find out more →
18 to 20 Dec 2008
Two performers in vibrant and exaggerated costumes expressing shock and amusement during an entertaining act.
Shows
29 to 31 Oct 2008

C-Attack!

Sea Creatures took over the streets of Great Yarmouth… Did they come in peace or were they invaders? Whose side are you on? Come and decide for yourself

Find out more →
29 to 31 Oct 2008
A colorful parade participant with face paint and a vibrant headpiece marches amidst a group dressed in white with chef hats.
Shows
11 Jul 2009

Back to the Streets

Make way for Exu - the trickster, Ogum - the warrior god of Iron, Iemanjá - the goddess of the sea, Xangô - the warrior god of fire and lighting and Oxum - goddess of rivers. All the way from Brazil and Cuba the orixás have taken the streets of Norwich!

Find out more →
11 Jul 2009