Van Huynh Company

30/06/2026

Join us for LU Chi-Wei’s Open Studio on Friday 3 July 2026, 4.30pm at Centre 151.
Open to all, just drop in!

Friday 3 July 2026, 4.30pm
4.30-5.30pm – Sharing
5.30-6.30pm – Open Conversation

Location: Centre 151, 151 Whiston Road, London, E2 8GU

“I’m happy to invite you to my Open Studio.
Two weeks ago, I arrived in London with questions and performance practices rooted in gender issues and self-identity. Over these two weeks, I’ve immersed myself in the city, visiting museums, participating in q***r events, exploring as a visitor, meeting new people, and simply observing everyday life in parks. As my residency comes to an end, I’d like to share some of the experiences, reflections, and embodied impressions that have emerged during this time in a simple and informal gathering.
During the Open Studio, I’ll present a 10-minute work-in-progress performance, followed by a display of research materials, texts, and objects from my creative process. After the performance, the space will remain open for browsing, conversation, and the exchange of ideas.
This is not a presentation of a finished work, but an invitation to step into my creative process, share research, and engage in dialogue together.
I look forward to seeing you there!”

This residency forms part of an international exchange between Centre 151 / Van Huynh Company and 涴莎藝術展演中心 Wan Sha Performing Arts Center See less

23/06/2026

We are pleased to invite you to two movement workshops led by Taiwanese artist-in-residence at Centre 151, Chi-Wei Lu.
Participation is free of charge however registration is required via Evenbrite.

Tuesday 30 June 2026, 6pm-9pm
Your Body, Whose Choice?
A participatory workshop exploring gender, body politics, and everyday performance through movement.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/movement-workshop-with-chi-wei-lu-your-body-whose-choice-tickets-1992378883875

Wednesday 1 July 2026, 6pm-9pm
The Space Between Touches
Explore the space between touch through play, weight, gaze, and trust, discovering new forms of movement and nonverbal connection together.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/movement-workshop-with-chi-wei-lu-the-space-between-touches-tickets-1992409750197

This residency forms part of an international exchange between Centre 151 / Van Huynh Company and 涴莎藝術展演中心 Wan Sha Performing Arts Center

https://www.centre151.com/two-movement-workshops-with-chi-wei-lu/

Two Movement Workshops with Chi-Wei Lu Tuesday 30 June, 6pm-9pm Your Body, Whose Choice? Register: Eventbrite Wednesday 1 July, 6pm-9pm The Space Between Touches Register: Eventbrite Free to attend but registration is required via Eventbrite. Location: Centre 151, 151 Whiston Road, London, E2 8GU Mo...

04/06/2026

“Spit in My Mouth” invites viewers into a provocative exploration of intimacy, boundary transgression and adopting pop culture quotations and public acts of mouth to mouth spitting from contemporary artists like singer/rapper Kevin Gates, Scrim and Slowthai. Using film, movement and digital art, the piece examines the act of spitting — an organic expression that resonates deeply when heightened emotions collide. In its rawness, this visceral exchange initially captivates, yet soon transforms into a symbol of repulsion, reflecting society's shifting perceptions of intimacy. Through this transient experience, the work challenges us to confront the complexities of human connection and the fine line between attraction and disgust.

Concept and Direction: Dam Van Huynh
Film Artist: Tom Selmon
Visual & Sound Design: Tom Choi
Sound design: Michael Picknett
Dance artist: Laura Kenyon
Dance Artist: Paul Davies

# KevinGates

27/03/2026

“In a world where it feels like injustice and oppression repeats itself in different guises with every news story and social media post, Graffiti Bodies XV reminds us that amongst the multiple layers of sh*ttery, there are always layers upon layers of hope, justice and community to look for as well.” Dance art journal
https://danceartjournal.com/2026/03/25/graffiti-bodies-xv-by-dam-van-huynh-elaine-mitchener-michael-picknett/

Graffiti Bodies XV
A new Certain Blacks commission with further support from Centre 151

📸 Sarah Hickson

20/03/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who came to watch Graffiti Bodies XV last Saturday at Rich Mix London as part of Certain Blacks' Black Athena Festival. Thank you to Certain Blacks for commissioning this piece and giving us their full trust. Thank you to Centre 151 for being our creative home. Thank you to Elaine Mitchener and Mike Picknett for giving their all and being the best collaborators one can wish for.

The first review is out:
“Graffiti Bodies XV is more of a death disco, a thought-provoking if not utterly disquieting commentary on the long history of police brutality in the black Diaspora.” Jazzwise
https://www.jazzwise.com/content/review/graffiti-bodies-a-requiem-for-the-wrongfully-erased

Black Athena Festival continues this weekend and in April, grab the last tickets!

📸 Alessandro Paiano

16/02/2026

Sensored Issue 4 by Tom Selmon is just out!

16/02/2026

Shout-out to our collaborator Photographer/Filmmaker Tom Selmon who has just released Issue 4 of Sensored. A huge thank you to Tom for including us in this latest issue of the magazine. We are very proud to see our work featured amongst such gorgeous pictures and artworks. Thank you to Emma Russell for the time spent chatting with Dam and for such a sensitive cover.

“That table is large enough for us to be there and present to have these very important conversations on art and where it’s going.”

You can purchase your copy here:
https://sensored.uk/collections/sensored/products/sensored-4-pre-sale

📸 Tom Selmon - Exquisite Noise