But When We Dance: A Heartfelt Journey of Love and Laughter Among Friends with Parkinson’s

Production Details

Title: But When We Dance

Format: Telefilm / BBC One

Production Begins: October 2025

Filming Location: Norfolk, UK

Producer: Hilary Bevan Jones, Lucy Richer, Paul Mayhew-Archer, Ellie Wood

Writer: Paul Mayhew-Archer

Director: John Madden

Cast: Rhys Ifans, Laura Linney

CD: Fiona Weir

Synopsis: A one-off drama about two people who both have Parkinson’s and a shared love of dance. A touching and hilarious story about two people, Tony and Emma, with lots in common – a great sense of humor, a love of dance, and Parkinson’s.

Company name:

Endor Productions

20 Greek St.
London, W1D 4DU

hilaryassistant@endorproductions.co.uk
+44 207 851 1300 – +44 207 851 1301

Note: This production is not yet released.

About But When We Dance

But When We Dance is a telefilm that explores the lives of Tony and Emma, two individuals navigating life with Parkinson’s disease. Their shared passion for dance serves as a backdrop for their evolving friendship, illustrating both the challenges and joys they encounter together. The narrative combines humor and poignancy, showcasing how dance becomes a means of connection between the characters. As they bond over their experiences, viewers are offered a glimpse into their unique world, where laughter and resilience shine through their struggles.