‘Step by Step’ (1982-1989) is a study of girls and their mothers at a dancing school in North Shields, in North East of England, and their later lives after leaving the school. Author Sirkka-Liisa Konttinen […]
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Candoco Dance Company announces new leadership model and initiatives
Candoco Dance Company today announces a new leadership model and ways of working that will see the company support more D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergentdance artists than ever before, as the organisation marks 35 years of pioneering inclusive dance. […]
Somerset House Studios announces Spring programme
Somerset House Studios’ artist-led market and programme, The Artists’ Fair returns on 6 June with a day of activity including: Also announcing: A highlight of the programme is the alternative artist-led market The Artists’ Fair will return for its […]
Imagination Museum launches new programme for dance artists & local communities
The Imagination Museum, a national network connecting dance, community and heritage sector professionals, today announces the launch of its new co-commissioning programme, supported by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. This ambitious initiative will explore […]
The Place announces Choreodrome 2026 artists
Every summer, The Place, London’s leading centre for dance and performance, is excited to welcome a new annual cohort of Choreodrome artists to its building, to research and work on new ideas, pushing forward dance innovation. Choreodrome is one of the most important […]
Barbican announces full series of anyone can dance late-night parties, celebrating dance music and the UK’s diaspora
The Barbican today announces the highly anticipated full anyone can dance series, a year-long programme of late-night parties celebrating dance and diaspora. With events scheduled for May, July, September and November, the Barbican’s Level –1 foyer space will […]
Mele Broomes launches new performance company, moniqux ensemble
Award-winning multidisciplinary artist Mele Broomes announces and launches her new performance company moniqux ensemble with a powerful new work. Glasgow-based performance company moniqux ensemble presents the world premiere of Dictations, The Heart of the Sea […]
How can dance improve our health?
The impact of dance on the health of our population cannot be underestimated. Dance has a positive impact on our mental, physical and social health, with 1 in 5 adults participating in dance classes and […]
VERVE announces 2026 tour
VERVE, the international touring dance company of Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD), is thrilled to announce its 2026 tour featuring a captivating triple bill of contemporary dance works. With a premiere at Riley Theatre […]
Sadler’s Wells presents Elixir Festival 2026
Elixir Festival takes over Sadler’s Wells Theatre in Islington and Sadler’s Wells East in Stratford for one week in April 2026 with a series of[…]