About us
Far From The Norm is a pioneering Black British–led Hip Hop dance theatre company creating artistically daring, socially resonant work.
Established in 2009 in a youth club in Dagenham (East London), Far From The Norm was founded by Artistic Director Botis Seva at just 19 years old.
From the beginning, the company has been a collective of artists renowned for experimenting with Hip Hop dance and driven by a desire to move, think and create differently from what was considered the norm: hence our name..
Far From The Norm has grown into a collective celebrated for blending Hip Hop and Contemporary practice with striking visual storytelling. Our work deconstructs street dance vocabularies, challenges perceptions of Hip Hop and amplifies marginalised voices, offering audiences visceral journeys through personal and societal reckonings.
“SEVA HAS CEMENTED HIMSELF AS A HEAVYWEIGHT IN THE
UK’S THEATRE DANCE WORLD.”
As proud outliers within the dance landscape, we continue to push the artform forward, shaping the evolution of Hip Hop dance theatre in the UK and beyond. Our portfolio spans live performances, outdoor shows, film and immersive experiences, as well as youth work and artist development, each rooted in an outsider ethos that seeks to create space for those who feel unseen.
Far From The Norm tours nationally and internationally, building strong global partnerships that support and inspire the next generation of Hip Hop dance theatre artists. With extensive experience leading workshops across multiple countries and continents, and delivering robust artist development programmes, we remain committed to nurturing talent and widening access to Hip Hop dance theatre worldwide.
“I PAY TRIBUTE TO ALL THE DANCERS – THEY DESERVE A MEDAL.”
