History and evolution of dance explored in one-day event by Psy-Sisters and British Museum

The British Museum has teamed up with global arts collective and record label Psy-Sisters for a one-day event exploring the history of dance.

Taking place this Saturday (27th April), Dance Through Time will feature a programme of live performances, DJ sets and installations aimed at celebrating the role of dance in culture, music and society.

The event will begin by tracing the origins and evolution of dance through the ages, with performances on the day presented by an array of London-based dance organisations, including traditional Chinese fan and sleeve dancing and Bharatanatyam South Indian classical dance.

Psy-Sisters will then go on to explore the evolution of dance from forms such as Baroque to modern styles like contemporary and hip-hop, as well as the rise of electronic dance music.

“We’re delighted to be working with Psy-Sisters, an inclusive platform and record label representing and championing gender diversity in electronic music artists,” shared Sarah Saunders, Head of Learning and National Partnerships at the British Museum.

“Inspired by the British Museum collection, they have curated an inspiring day of performances celebrating the global importance and diversity of dance and music through time and across cultures.”

The event will conclude with a Psy-Sisters takeover, featuring performances from an all-female line-up of DJs. Visitors will be invited to explore the power of dance for themselves, soundtracked by music from label founder Rena Biring, aka Psibindi, as well as One Black Wing and Sadie Silver.

Psy-Sisters is an inclusive platform and record label representing women and gender expansive artists in electronic and psychedelic dance music. Founded in 2014, it’s one of the longest serving platforms for amplifying gender equality in the arts.

Dance Through Time will take place on Saturday 27th April from 10.30am-16:30pm. Find out more and book free tickets via The British Museum’s website.