Doorstep Duets
Overview
Now
in its sixth year, Doorstep Duets was originally created in 2021 by New
Adventures and Farnham Maltings as a response to social isolation. Offering
free opportunities for local communities to enjoy world-class dance
performances on their street, in their park, or through local community
organisations.
Touring this summer
Have you ever sat on a park bench and wondered who came before you, who might come after, what they were thinking, and what hopes and fears they were hiding?
The Bench, by choreographer Glenn Graham and performed by stars of Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures, tells the story of three people whose lives overlap in unexpected ways. It is a poetic and moving exploration of memory, connection, and the quiet moments that shape us.
Photos & Videos
My Feet Don't Quite Touch the Floor by Shelby Williams, 2025
Hum by Anjali Mehra, 2024
Back to Us by Glenn Graham, 2023
Ding Dong by Sophia Hurdley, 2022
High Tide by Daisy May Kemp, 2022
A Doorstep Duet by Paul Smethurst, 2021
Partners
Thank you to our Partners and Funders.
Special thanks to The Backstage Trust and The Head Family.
Company
Tour Dates
The Bench will be touring to the following places in 2026. Please check back for updated performance times.
Farnham Maltings 14 - 16 July
The Mercury Theatre in Essex 21 - 22, 24 July
Dance Network Association, Essex 23 July
Latitude Festival 25 July
The Alex in Faversham 28 July
Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury 29 July
Future Foundry Dover 30 July
Ark Cliftonville in Margate (location to be confirmed) 31 July
Ark Cliftonville in Ramsgate (location to be confirmed) 1 August
Creative Crawley 3 - 4 August
Surrey Libraries 5 - 8 August