STRUT KIDS

STRUT kids is a 10-week expressive dance and drawing programme for P5–6 pupils, culminating in a performance and interactive disco.

STRUT Kids is currently touring two schools in Glasgow and two in Rutherglen, the project is kindly supported by YouthLink Scotland and Creative Scotland.

Featured in Greater Govanhill magazine [link]

STRUT Kids is a 10-week expressive dance and drawing programme for P5–6 pupils, led by Bex Anson, the programme blends dance games, freestyle and collaborative choreography to build confidence, creativity and connection. Children create their own movement material, devising ensemble pieces alongside tiny but mighty solos that reflect their individuality.

Part dance lab, part playground, part disco

STRUT Kids invites young people to explore what it means to take up space with pride. A dedicated drawing session extends the process beyond the body, translating movement into mark-making and simple animation.

Through shared rhythm and collective play, participants learn to support one another and move with intention.

Powered by MHz technical wizardry, the final sharing lands with big sound, live lighting, VJ visuals and bespoke props — transforming the space into an energetic celebration of friendship, fearless movement and some serious strutting.

STRUT KIDS Bankhead

24-03-2026

STRUT KIDS Calderwood

20-03-2026

 

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STRUT KIDS Battlefield

28-11-2025

STRUT Kids was transformational for our pupils. It nurtured confidence, strengthened relationships and gave children space to express themselves freely. It’s rare to see such a meaningful blend of wellbeing, creativity and teamwork.


— Stacy Wilson, Head Teacher
Battlefield Primary School

“My daughter absolutely blossomed during STRUT Kids. Even as a shy child, she found the confidence to participate fully. The care, creativity and enthusiasm behind the project made every child feel seen and supported.”

-Katie (Parent)

It didn’t feel about being perfect — it felt like they could really be themselves.”

-Corrina (Family Member)

“The performance was engaging, focused and full of energy. You could see how confident the children felt, and how proud they were to perform. Projects like this genuinely build self-esteem”

-Olly (Parent/Audience)

  • Lead Artist: Bex Anson

    Dance Facilitator: Alexandra Tsiapi 

    Guest Breakdance Tutor: Gabriele Bruzzese 

    Guest Animation Tutor: Saehee Simmons

    Technical Director: Dav Bernard

    Show operator: Laurie Paul

    Stage Manager: Tami Pein

    Filming + Edit : Connor McGhie

    Photography : Katherine Anne Rose

    Producer: Feral (Jill Smith & Kathryn Boyle)

    STRUT Kids by MHz, produced by Feral and funded by Youth Arts Open Fund via Youth Link Scotland, and Creative Scotland.

Drawing workshops

We draw what we dance.

Names. Dream shoes. Favourite foods. Portraits of friends. Animal instincts.

This is not about neat lines or getting it right. It’s about bold colour, wild shapes, movement on the page. Exaggeration. Pattern. Play.

The drawings are transformed into a rhythmic animated collage, flickering behind the performance, amplifying the energy in the room

What the kids said…

I felt Proud, Fun and Inspired

I made new friends, dancing free and having fun

The teachers were nice and bubbly

I enjoyed the murder game, the dance circle and the last day

I like the dancing, games and I made new friends.

 

STRUT KIDS Govanhill

12-11-2025

STRUT Kids created an inclusive space where every child could thrive. Our bilingual and neurodiverse pupils grew in confidence, communication and resilience. The project helped them feel valued, connected and proud of their unique strengths.

— Wendy English, DHT Annette Street Primary

The children were confident, focused and clearly proud of what they had created. In particular, the young person I support really came into his own during the ribbon freestyle section — it was wonderful to see him expressing himself with such confidence and joy.

— Ben, Children and Family Worker

  • Lead Artist: Bex Anson

    Dance Facilitator: Alexandra Tsiapi 

    Guest Breakdance Tutor: Gabriele Bruzzese 

    Guest Animation Tutor: Saehee Simmons

    Technical Director: Dav Bernard

    Stage Manager: Tami Pein

    Filming + Edit - Connor McGhie

    Photography : Katherine Anne Rose

    Producer: Feral (Jill Smith & Kathryn Boyle)

    STRUT Kids by MHz, produced by Feral and funded by Youth Arts Open Fund via Youth Link Scotland, and Creative Scotland.

STRUT KIDS Cuthbertson - 15/11/2022

Part of Tramway Beyond Walls

An Afternoon of Family Fun!
Dance Performances + Interactive Games
Taking Place in Cuthbertson Playground and School Hall.

FREE snacks from Milk Cafe

  • Building on the acclaimed premiere of STRUT as part of Tramway's Dance International Glasgow 2021, local theatre makers MHz return to bring a children’s version of the show to Govanhill. This time around they’ll be joining forces with the pupils of Cuthbertson Primary School where MHz and dance artists Nancy Jacinto and Jennifer Taggart have been delivering 10 weeks of creative dance workshops.

    STRUT Kids is designed as a procession and dance party partnered with a celebratory light show for audiences to encounter from the playground and school hall. Children from the school will be invited to show off their personal choreographies harnessing the power of freestyle dance as a universal expression of freedom and joy.

    In an afternoon of family fun, the playground and school hall will host dance performances, interactive games, a special appearance from STRUT performer Joshua Macmillan - and delicious free snacks on offer from Milk Café.

    DANCERS:
    Afifa, Ahmed, Aiza I, Aiza F, Azhan, Bhumi, Claudia, Dominika, Hyder, Idrees, Jasmin, Kaif, Leena, Macy, Miriam, Soraya, Yashfa, Mohammed, Nadia, Andrea-Barticel, Jessica
    + special guest: Joshua McMillan

    TEAM:
    Director Bex Anson
    Dance teachers Jennifer Taggart, Nancy Jacinto
    Technical design Dav Bernard
    Stage manager Abby McMillan
    Technicians Siri Black, Tami Pein
    Catering Milk Cafe
    Photography Brian Hartley
    Filming Robbie JJ

    produced by FERAL

    THANKS TO:
    Mr Keenan, Mrs kennedy, Miss McGregor and all the other teachers who helped.

    This project is part of Tramway Beyond Walls; an ongoing strand of contemporary performance, visual art and creative participation which aims to engage with local audiences outside of the physical limits of our building.

    STRUT was originally supported by Creative Scotland, Tramway, Govanhill Baths Community Trust, Pollokshields Bowling Green, RIG Arts, Evolve Project, Williamsburgh Housing Association and One Ren.  Produced by Feral.