By Liam Whitlock

BREAKIN’ Convention optimised its name with a superb original performance from start to finish. Described as the “world’s biggest festival of hip hop dance theatre’’ it certainly gave that feel-good feeling to the audience.

It was a rare sight to see such a mixture of audience participation, with nearly every age range being represented.

Presented superbly by artistic director, London-based Jonzi D, the audience immediately felt a connection with the hip hop pioneer.

He was accompanied by Tenchu, who was equally just as good and performed a song from his new album Tipto Calypso.

The show was an education for the young crowd, with songs and dances about politics and performances which featured social issues, such as the heavy use of ,mobile phones by the modern generation.

Performances came from far and wide with local stars such as Bboy Finn and Shake wowing the crowd. Other acts that came outside of The UK included Odyssey and the outstanding Just Dance South Korean group to name a couple of others to thrill the audience.

Also confirmed on the night by Jonzi D, was the opening of a Breakin’ Convention dance school which is to open in 2020.

Judging by the pre-show and interval entertainment where any child or adult from the crowd could get up and showcase their moves in front of everyone, I’m sure the future looks bright for The future of the hip-hop movement.