The stage is set, and the excitement is building as the Red Bull Dance Your Style national finals arrive in Gqeberha for the first time. On Saturday, September 7, the Friendly City will witness South Africa’s top 16 street dancers battle it out in a thrilling, high-energy showdown that promises to captivate and inspire the dance community. The best thing, is that you, the audience, get to decide the winner. Tickets are R50.
HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
A country-wide series:
This year’s Red Bull Dance Your Style competition has been fierce, with dancers from across the country showcasing their moves and battling for a spot in the finals at five regional qualifying events.
The country’s finest all-style dancers
The top 16 dancers who qualified will each bring their own flavour and style to Gqeberha and will go head-to-head in a one-on-one battle format, with the audience having the final say on who will be crowned the national champion. The following will battle it out for the top spot:
Beasty
Cwenga
Game G
Gustavo
Armand
Xena
Young Mali
Soulistic
Virgil
Vandal
Mylan
Skinnyboii
Sherwin Green
Hunter
Nicc Uncaged
Rimey
From Mzansi to the world:
The national champion will go on to represent South Africa at the world final in Mumbai in November. After previous World Finals in cities across the globe, Mumbai will host the Red Bull Dance Your Style World Final 2024 on November 9. The first Red Bull Dance Your Style World Final took place Paris in 2019, followed by an online edition in 2020, Johannesburg in 2022 and Frankfurt in 2023.
Unique format
The Red Bull Dance Your Style format is unlike any other dance competition, with the crowd’s reaction deciding the winner. This dynamic and unpredictable format creates an electric atmosphere where anything can happen and every move counts.
A first for Gqeberha
Hosting the national finals in Gqeberha is a historic moment, highlighting the city’s growing influence in the South African dance scene. Known for its vibrant culture and passionate community, Gqeberha is the perfect backdrop for a night of extraordinary dance battles. The event will not only showcase the best dancers in the country but also celebrate the city’s energy and creativity.
Get your Springboks jerseys ready to support our national team playing against New Zealand as the game will be screened live at the National Final.
Event Details:
Date: September7.
Venue: Broadwalk Mall Courtyard, Gqeberha
Tickets: Available soon at https://computicket-boxoffice.com/e/red-bull-dance-your-style-south-africa-final-McxjXG
The Star