Common People Dance Eisteddfod | Joondalup Festival 2026

It's the dance battle you’ve been waiting all year for; Common People Dance Eisteddfod is back to kick off Joondalup Festival 2026 with spectacular energy. 

Four mighty teams from all walks of life will slog it out in community halls across 6 weeks, perfecting their routines, bedazzling their costumes and preparing for the ultimate showdown. These are your neighbours, your colleagues, your friends, maybe even your family members, everyday people transformed into stars on the big stage, ready to jazz-slide, body-roll and high-kick their way into glory.  

This "friendly" competition features soundtracks packed with your favourite '80s and '90s bangers, choreography that'll make you want to leap out of your seat and join in, and enough glitter to be seen from space. All bets are off because cheating is condoned, sabotage is allowed, and bribing the judges is actively encouraged (by the judges themselves!).   

Who will claim the precious trophy and all the glory? The Legwarmers? The Hightop Crew? The Boombox Brigade? Or Perm Power? Only the biggest moves, loudest cheers and most spectacular performances on the night will decide.  

So warm up those hair rollers, hitch up your legwarmers, polish your dancing shoes, and get ready to cheer until you're hoarse. 

Four teams. One trophy. Unlimited glory. Let the games begin!  

Registrations are currently open to join one of our dance teams! Sign up here by 4 February 2026.

Venue and access 

RNDM Performing Arts Centre is located at Sacred Heart College in Sorrento. Free parking is available on-site or catch bus route 423 from Warwick or Stirling Station. 

This event features reserved seating. Groups are encouraged to book together to ensure you're seated together at the event. 

RNDM Performing Arts Centre has a licensed bar and light refreshments available.  Arrive early to grab drinks, snacks and soak up the pre-show entertainment from 1pm. 

The venue is wheelchair accessible with disability and wheelchair seating available (must be specified when booking tickets as limited spaces are available). A universal access bathroom is available in the foyer area. 

This event will be Auslan interpreted. Please contact the Joondalup Festival team on 9400 4000 or at cultural.events@joondalup.wa.gov.au prior to booking so that we can organise your seats in the designated area with the best view of the interpreter. 

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