Figure of 8 Dance Theatre

Figure of 8 Dance Theatre (FO8DT) was co-founded in 2014 by acclaimed dance artists Grant Van Ster and Shaun Oelf, with company manager Marie Vogts joining the team in 2018. 

FO8DT believes that through the artistic language of dance, we can encourage young people to become more self-aware, rise above challenges, and have the freedom to dream.

Figure of 8 Dance Theatre has been acclaimed for the exceptional dance-theatre productions it creates, receiving Cultural Affairs Awards for Best Contribution in Dance, The Baxter Theatre Artists of the Year Award, Best Dance Production at Toyota US Woordfees, the KKNK Arts Unlimited Young Voice of the Year Award, KKNK Herrie Prize for Groundbreaking work and additional nominations from BroadwayWorld South Africa, Naledi- and the Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards.