International Dance League Festival is where the world's best dancers, choreographers and creators come together to experience every side of battle culture.
International Dance League Festival brings together the many expressions of hip hop, street and club dance.
From the spontaneity and competition of battle culture to theatre performances, original showcases, community jams and club nights, IDL celebrates The Culture in all its forms.
Whether you're stepping into the battle, taking the stage or discovering battle culture for the very first time, IDL offers an experience unlike any other.
Battle culture meets the theatre stage through powerful performances and the Showcase Competition, featuring original work by choreographers and dance companies from around the world.
Discover Theatre NightExperience world-class battles in Hip Hop, House, Popping, Krump and Open Styles, where every round is created live through improvisation, musicality and creativity.
Discover Adult LeagueFollow the next generation of battle culture as young dancers train for months before competing in the festival finale.
Discover Teenage DivisionLearn from internationally renowned dancers, creators and pioneers through workshops, talks and inspiring conversations.
Explore WorkshopsWhen the battles end, the community keeps moving. Dance, connect and celebrate together during our club nights and open jams.
Watch international dancers compete in battles where nothing is choreographed and every round happens in the moment.
Discover how hip hop, street and club dance translate from the cypher to the theatre stage.
Join workshops, talks and masterclasses led by internationally recognised artists.
Meet dancers, choreographers, creators and audiences from all over the world in one shared festival experience.
✓ International Battles
✓ Theatre Night
✓ Showcase Competition
✓ Great 8
✓ Teenage Division
✓ Workshops
✓ Talks
✓ Jam Sessions
✓ Club Nights
Theater Rotterdam become the meeting place for dancers, creators and audiences from around the world.
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Join three unforgettable days where battle culture, theatre and community come together.