FOUNDER, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, PROJECT MANAGER, WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, CO-SCRIPT WRITER, & CABARET CO-HOST

Patricia Langa is a London based, Barcelona-born dance artist, choreographer, and director of Eric Longa. She has performed internationally with leading choreographers and companies such as Lea Anderson, Aletta Collins, LA Philharmonic, Ridley Scott, and others. She is also an associate artist with Thick & Tight, Corali Dance Company, and Nicole Bachmann.

Her key works include Queerolé!, a short film about flamenco’s queer history, and Cabrolé! Project, a flamenco-inspired show, and community initiative. Her work has been showcased at The Royal Opera House, Soho Theatre, Berlin Music Awards, and major LGBTQI+ venues in London.

Ruth is an experienced arts leader, producer, fundraiser, and critical friend to artists; working across theatre, dance, live art and interdisciplinary practice. She specialises in queer and radical practice, commissioning, creative development, and curating and producing events and programmes across a range of scales. Her roles have included Interim Director of Live Art Development Agency, Director of Producing for National Theatre Wales, and Director of Chisenhale Dance Space. Her work is artist-led and centred on championing marginal and marginalised voices and practices. She holds a PhD in 'Curating Risk' with Arnolfini and University of Bristol.

MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER, & ACCESS SUPPORT

Prinx Silver is a producer, drag artist, DJ and social media creator. He runs multiple events on the London cabaret and club scene. He’s created and delivered marketing strategies for multiple queer-led organisations like Hackney Showroom, Friends of the Joiners Arms, T-Boys Club and more.

PRODUCTION MANAGER & STAGE MANAGER

Seth is a production manager and lighting designer for performance. Operating mainly in dance, theatre, and circus, he collaborates with directors, choreographers, designers, producers, and artists in the making and touring of work across Europe and the world.

Seth is joining again Cabrolé team but this time as production manager as well as stage manager! We are very happy to have him!

PRODUCTION MENTOR

Jan Winter, with 30 years in arts and cultural development, has held senior roles including CEO of Circomedia and Executive Director of Scottish Dance Theatre. She now works as a freelance consultant, aiding companies with strategic and organizational development in live performance.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

LIGHTING DESIGNER & OPERATOR

Chris Copland  graduated from Goldsmiths College with a MA Theatre Arts in 2001. He has worked extensively in theatre and dance since 1993 as performer, director, Production Manager and Lighting Designer.

He has worked as Production/Technical Manager and toured worldwide for companies including Nigel Charnock, Gary Clarke, Claire Cunningham and Jess Curtis, Candoco, Bedlam Dance, Ursula Martinez, Laila Diallo, Mayuri Boonham, and Flexer & Sandiland amongst many others.

ACCESSIBILITY MANAGER, & ADVISOR

Loren McK is a UK-based artist and writer focusing on community, queerness, and supporting other artists. They use discomfort and resistance in their work and are pursuing a PhD on Crip/Queer artists in dance archiving. With a background in student wellbeing, Loren emphasises care, access, and inclusive creative spaces, offering mentoring, access support, and integrating best practices into R&D and performances.

ASSISTANT ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, AND CABARET ARTIST

Sean, a queer neurodivergent dance and movement artist from South-East London, has worked internationally across various fields including dance, theatre, film, and cabaret. A Trinity Laban graduate, their practice focuses on improvisation and queer sensibilities, collaborating with notable artists and companies like Candoco Dance Company, Ridley Scott, and The LipSinkers.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

REHEARSAL DIRECTOR, GUEST CABARET HOST, & CO-SCRIPT WRITER

Carl is an award-winning performer and artist in cabaret and drag. He is working on Apocalypse Wow! with Soho Theatre, performing as Niche Lorraine, directing a Valentino show in Shanghai, and running a queer t-shirt business. His background includes global dance and choreography with companies like Punchdrunk. His popular CAMP FIT! class and his work reflect his northern, working-class, and queer identity.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

COSTUME DESIGNER & MAKER

Lambdog1066 is an amateur couture enthusiast known for creating extravagant, surreal costumes, including unique pig-themed outfits. They collaborate with non-binary, queer, and trans artists across various mediums like jewellery, sculpture, and digital fabric printing. Notable achievements include a 2021 UK Music Video Awards nomination for Best Styling and Wardrobe and winning Best Costume Design at The Offies 2024.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

SET AND DECOR DESIGNER

Liv Williams is a crafter, grafter, and all-round handywoman.

She specialises in leather craftsmanship, having studied Footwear and Accessories at the University of Northampton. After graduating, Liv worked as a production assistant for independent brands and taught leatherwork at a local secondary school. She later turned her hand to decorating bar spaces with signwriting and prop making.

This November, on the 6th & 7th, she will be dressing the foyer of Queen Elizabeth Hall with all the artwork created during last year’s and this year’s Cabrolé! workshops.

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, CABARET CO-HOST & CO-SCRIPT WRITER

Paulina Lenoir, a Swiss-Mexican theatre-maker, clown, director, and designer based in London, is the creator and host of the sold-out cabaret Fool’s Moon at Soho Theatre. She has performed and led workshops at venues like Battersea Arts Centre and the Victoria & Albert Museum, and recently received funding from the Arts Council and Swiss Cultural Fund for a UK tour of Fool’s Moon.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, & CABARET ARTIST

Anthony is a workshop leader with 25 years in the performing arts, specializing in Forum Theatre and diversity training. He has taught critical thinking and voice as a senior lecturer and worked as a mentor and restorative justice practitioner. At 60, he performs as the drag persona "Medusa Has Been" at Queer venues and festivals and appeared in Fabulous Feminities.

Antonio and Medusa are Cabrolé! workshop facilitators & artist since 2024.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

Kaajel Patel, a British-South Asian artist in London, merges dance, painting, and installation in her Fine Art practice. Her work, inspired by vintage Bollywood, Indian mythology, and folklore, reflects contemporary feminine experiences with a nostalgic touch. Patel addresses dual cultural identities and challenges traditional South Asian women’s narratives through ethereal paintings and performance art, embodying historical and mythological figures.

Kaajel is Cabrolé! artist since 2024.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

Nina Bowers is a multidisciplinary performer and writer active in theatre and cabaret. She has performed at Shakespeare's Globe, The Kiln, and other notable venues, and creates work for The Yard, ICA, and Camden People's Theatre. Bowers, as part of A2B theatre, will premiere their first show English Kings Killing Foreigners at CPT in May 2024. Her drag king persona, Sonny Delight, combines 60s and 70s Black artist influences with ecosexual philosophies.

Sonny is Cabrolé! artist since 2024.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

Jackie joined Corali Dance Company in 2003 and has performed in many productions, most recently Super Hot Hot Dog (2023–24) and Phantasia (2025). She trained with Strathcona Theatre Company and is also a valued support artist on Corali’s outreach programme. Beyond the stage, Jackie has appeared on Community TV, advocates for disability awareness, and is a big fan of Strictly Come Dancing.

Jackie and Patricia Langa created The Rhythmics during a collaborative project between Thick and Tight and Corali. The Rhythmics perform a duet with sassy flamenco flavours in Cabrolé.

Jackie is Cabrolé! artist since 2024.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

Dairy King, a half-cow half-milkman drag performer, has toured across the UK, appearing at venues like the Wellcome Collection, Bristol’s Tobacco Factory, and the National Theatre. Recent highlights include performing with Cyndi Lauper at Glastonbury and participating in events at the V&A and Soho Stage for London Pride.

Dairy is Cabrolé! artist since 2024.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

Yos Clark, an Ivorian artist, combines movement and photography. Trained in ballet, jazz, contemporary, and flamenco. But now in the UK, he focuses on contemporary dance. His works include dance films The Other Side and We Need It, and performances like The Ideal Life, and Transform & Transit at Fabric Dance Nottingham performed at MayFest 24' previously. He also has collaborated with Nichole Bachmann, and Misha Milovanovich, appeared in a Sam Smith music video, and performed at London Fashion Week.

Yos is Cabrolé! artist since 2024.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, NEW CORALI ACT CO-CHOREOGRAPHER, & CABARET ARTIST

Magdalena is a skilled flamenco dancer and choreographer trained at Amor de Dios, ESMUC, and Merce Cunningham Studio. She has been a leading soloist in Madrid’s top tablaos and worked with Compañía Rafaela Carrasco and Riverdance. She has contributed to Brontë and House of Flamenka, performed at major festivals, and co-directs Luz & Mannion Dance, with showcases at Sadler's Wells. She is also active in teaching and promoting flamenco.

Magadalena is Cabrolé! artist since 2024.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

Charlie Wood is a London-based multidisciplinary artist known for blending original music, storytelling, and comedy in alternative cabaret. They co-host Miss Ellaneous, lead the punk band THWACK!, and have performed at major venues including The Southbank Centre and Glastonbury Festival. Their debut play is in development, and they have collaborated with artists like Lea Anderson and Gillian Wearing.

Charlie is Cabrolé! artist since 2024.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

Sasha (they/she) is a creative facilitator, theatre maker and visual artist whose skills span acting, dance, puppetry, spoken word, directing, and design. At Corali, they work as a support artist, dancer and Corali Voice representative. Trained in technical theatre, stage management and art and design, Sasha has collaborated with a wide range of organisations including The Old Vic, Punchdrunk, Candoco Dance Company and Emergency Exit Arts.

For Sasha, dance is a source of freedom, magic, joy and strength. It inspires her creativity, fuels change, and remains a constant part of her life.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

Sheri joined Corali’s youth company, Kick Up, in 2016 after studying performing arts at Lewisham College and is now on placement at Siobhan Davies Studios. She has performed in both youth and main company productions, including Bowled Over (2017), Ode to Edith (2022–23), Super Hot Hot Dog (2023–24), and Phantasia (2025).

Sheri loves dancing because it brings magic to life! She also loves being in the spotlight and telling a story through her movements.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

Aaron has been a longstanding Corali participant and dancer for many years. He has a gentle yet striking presence on stage when performing. Aaron performed Bowled over (2019) as part of as part of Co Motion Festival at Rose Theatre Kingston, Sounds Good to me (2020) and Phantasia (2025) at The Place. He attends Corali’s community class, Explore, and the professional development class PDC. 

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

Thomas has loved dancing and performing since school, where he attended ballroom classes and took part in end-of-term productions. He has trained and performed with numerous groups, including Corali Dance Company, Culture Device (Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring at the Royal Opera House, 2019), Blue Sky Theatre, Face Front, Access All Areas, Hackney Empire, Graeae Theatre Co, and Huddlestone Centre. Tom also enjoyed drumming in his primary school African Drumming Group. Passionate about music and performance, he finds joy and emotion in dancing and being on stage!

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET ARTIST

DJ is Associate Artistic Director at Corali Dance Company and a long-standing company dancer. He regularly facilitates on Corali’s engagement programme and represents the company as an inspiring ambassador and speaker. DJ has performed widely with Corali in productions from Origami Atoms (2015), The People Race the Fish (2016), Technicolour Everyday (2019), Adieu (2020), Ode to Edith (2022-23), Super Hot Hot Dog (2023-24) and to Phantasia (2025), and has also worked across the UK, internationally, and with companies such as Spare Tyre and Access All Areas.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

CABARET BSL INTERPRETER

Peter Abraham lives in London with his partner Wilmot, dog Ezra and cat Joshua. Peter has been a Sign Language Interpreter for over 20 years. Peter has interpreted many theatrical events including West End Theatre and London & Brighton Prides. 

RAFFLE GIRL IMMERSIVE PERFORMER

Spanish-born costume designer and maker, founder of Queer Life Social: Art collective creating safe spaces in the shape of life drawing sessions and movement classes to celebrate queer life and to promote queer art.

Frankie is joining the Cabrolé Team 2025 as Raffle Girl!

PROJECT ADVISOR & CORALI COLLABORATOR

Sarah trained in Theatre in Social Context at Dartington College of Arts. She has been Corali’s Artistic Director since 1992, leading the organisations creative direction. Alongside Corali, Sarah is an associate artist for Birmingham based theatre company, Stans Cafe. Sarah also makes her own performances, working collaboratively with artist Jon Archdeacon, most recently Singing Surf at the Chelsea Theatre 2022, and From Me to You, at Window135, 2023. 

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, & PROJECT COLLABORATOR

Irene Gimenez Montes, a Barcelona-born artist and co-founder of Fin de Fiesta, is deeply passionate about flamenco, viewing it as a transformative and unifying force. She advocates for community through flamenco, exploring its connections with other dance forms. Irene earned a Distinction in her MA in "Developing Artistic Practice" from The Place in 2021, with a dissertation on flamenco's evolution from grassroots to global stages.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

SET ADVISOR

Tim Spooner is an artist based in Cornwall, UK, known for blending performance, painting, and sculpture to create striking and unpredictable works. His art has been displayed at major venues like Battersea Arts Centre and the Macau Arts Festival. Spooner’s recent focus is on large-scale moving sculptures with interactive elements.

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR

Fernando López, a Madrid-born flamenco dancer and choreographer with a Doctorate in Aesthetics, leads a groundbreaking flamenco company. Awarded Best Dancer in 2010 and a DanceWeb Scholar in 2013, he has been a member of the Spanish Academy of Performing Arts since 2020 and teaches in Spain and France. His book, La Historia Queer del Flamenco, will be published in English in Autumn 2024.

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, & CABROLÉ FEISTA SINGER

Laura González is a versatile flamenco artist and experienced teacher, equally accomplished in dance and singing. Trained at the prestigious Amor de Dios school in Madrid, she has performed internationally across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia, including at the Royal Opera House in London and in immersive flamenco shows. Her deep understanding of flamenco singing enriches both her performances and her teaching, offering students a holistic approach to the art. With years of experience inspiring dancers of all levels, Laura is dedicated to sharing flamenco as both a traditional and living art form.

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, & CABROLÉ FIESTA MUSICIAN & PERFORMER

Juan Carlos, a London-based artist and producer, merges flamenco with contemporary dance, theatre, visual design, and music. He regularly performs and teaches flamenco, exploring themes of duality and the clash between folk and global identities. His recent performances include Ronnie Scott’s and Sadler’s Wells, and he has taught at venues like Sadler’s Wells and the Edinburgh Fringe.

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

COLLABORATORS & PARTNERS

Founded in 1989 by Virginia Moffatt, Corali started as a dance group for people with learning disabilities and became independent in 1991. Artistic Director Sarah Archdeacon has led the company since 1992, focusing on high-quality performances and films that integrate diverse dance talents. Recent achievements include touring Super Hot Hot Dog (2023/24), performing with Thick & Tight at the International Mime Festival (2023), and winning the Pick the Fest award at the Oska Bright Film Festival (2022).

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CORALI SUPPORT AND COLLABORATOR

Arianna joined Corali in November 2023 as General Manager, and was promoted to Senior Producer in April 2025.

Arianna has worked and been involved with a number of arts organisations, all with a focus on inclusive and accessible dance, and is also completing a PhD on audio description for dance performances.

Arianna is supporting all the work between Corali Dance Company and Eric Longa for Cabrolé! Project. We are very happy to have her as part of the team!

CORALI ADMIN SUPPORT

Juliana Kilburn is a dynamic producer specializing in female-led projects, with a diverse background in film and theatre. She founded Wolf & Viper, secured major funding, and has collaborated with a BAFTA-winning producer to champion impactful storytelling and representation.

Juliana was part of Cabrolé on 2024 as Producer, Marketing and Social media manager.

CABARET HAIR & MAKE UP ARTIST

Darren Evans is a Hair and Makeup Artist working in Film, Commercials, Fashion and Music. He has been creating and working in these fields for 25 years. He has a passion for Art, Photography and Live Performance and this is reflected in his work.

HAIR & MAKE UP ARTIST ASSISTANT

Rachel is a performer comedian and hair&makeup artist. She is 1/5 of alt-theatre group Figs in Wigs where her love for looking as stupid as possible first originated. She loves creating BIG looks for stage and screen.

MAKE UP ARTIST ASSISTANT

As a makeup artist Thom Shaw has worked across film and live performance. He has worked with a variety of artists and productions, including projects with Duckie, and most recently designed the hair and makeup for ‘In the Realms of Sorrow’ as part of the London Handel Festival. He is a long time collaborator with David Hoyle.

PROJECT PHOTOGRAPHER

Jon is a London-based artist known for his black-and-white photography highlighting texture and light. His recent work features marginalized individuals, including performers and those with learning disabilities. Collaborating with artists like Sabrina Shah and Whiskey Chow, Jon also lectures at Turps, Camberwell Art School, and the Royal Academy, and works as a materials adviser at AP Fitzpatrick. He studied at Brasenose College, Oxford, and the Royal College of Art.

Jon is Cabrolé’s official photographer bringing to live every workshop and shows since last year!

Photo by Jon Archdeacon

SUSTAINABILITY MENTOR

Jennifer Taillefer is a freelance theatre artist focused on sustainable design and production. She created a Carbon Literacy Training course for the performing arts, adopted by UK theatre, ballet, and opera companies. As a Certified Carbon Literacy Trainer and Sustainability Excellence Associate, she helps arts organisations integrate environmental practices and policies.

FUNDING DONOR

Instituto Cervantes is a worldwide non-profit organisation created by the Spanish government in 1991 to promote the teaching, study, and use of Spanish language and to contribute to the dissemination of Hispanic cultures across the globe. With more than 80 centres in over 40 countries, it is the largest international network dedicated to Spanish language and culture.

The London branch of Instituto Cervantes offers a wide range of Spanish courses, cultural activities, and collaborations with artists, academics, and institutions, fostering dialogue between Spanish-speaking cultures and the UK.

FUNDING DONOR

Charlotte Dillon, founder of Head of House Designs Ltd., is a London-based artist specializing in masks and wall sculptures. With a background in pattern cutting and design from Milan and experience in kinetic art and event management, Dillon creates innovative 3D masks that blend ancient and modern styles. Her work spans various fields, including costume and interior design, and she supports British nature and animal conservation through charity work.

PROJECT PARTNER & FLAMENCO FIESTA ORGANISER

Co-founded by Irene Giménez and Matthew Buttler, this community interest company supports and expands the UK flamenco community through learning, creation, and performance. Since its launch in Autumn 2022, it has hosted affordable and free events and workshops, promoting flamenco's cultural richness and fostering inclusivity. The company also explores intercultural connections by collaborating with artists from diverse backgrounds.

PROJECT PARTNER

Raze is a charity established to support, develop and nurture queer performance in the UK. Through our queer-led, artist & community driven programme we curate innovative events & performance opportunities for queer creatives!

PROJECT PARTNER & CABROLÉ! WORKSHOPS VENUE

Poplar Union is a vibrant arts and community space based in Tower Hamlets since 2017.

Poplar Union is hosting the Two-day Artist course with a flamenco twist, and four of our community workshops.

Address: 2 Cotall St, London E14 6TL

PROJECT PARTNER

Duckie, an LGBTQ arts organization with 28 years of experience, is celebrated for its alternative events and community theatre. Known for its unique take on queer subcultures, Duckie produces the Gay Shame festival as a bold alternative to traditional Pride events. The organization also creates inclusive community theatre and clubs such as The Posh Club and The Slaughterhouse Club. Supported by the Arts Council and National Lottery, Duckie focuses on vibrant, socially engaged arts while prioritizing enjoyment and dance.

PROJECT PARTNER & REHEARSALS VENUE

Stanley Arts aims to be one of South London’s premiere arts and performance venues, providing our local community with a vital home for cultural expression and discovery. Art, music, dance, comedy, film, spoken word, theatre, workspaces, bars, café & more in the heart of South London.

Address: 12 S Norwood Hill, London SE25 6AB