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WELCOME I always look forward to the summer programme as our CAT End of Year Show and National Youth Dance Company performance are two of my highlights in the year. It is genuinely inspiring watching so many young people dancing, and I feel a great sense of pride in our home-grown talent. Next year is the 10th anniversary of our CAT and we are starting to see graduates go on to have wonderful careers in dance.
Brendan Keaney Artistic Director & Chief Executive
At a different stage in the life spectrum, our over 50s EncoreEast group has been selected, for the second time, to perform at Sadler’s Wells Elixir festival in June. We are, therefore, particularly delighted to be hosting our first summer intensive for over 50s led by artists from Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures and DanceEast Associate Artist Alexander Whitley.
We are excited to welcome the extraordinary Canadian company, Cas Public, who will be making their first visit to CONTENTS the DanceHouse. If you don’t have small children, I suggest WATCH A PERFORMANCE you borrow some for the day and get some tickets for Suites Curieuses! Inspired by the story of Little Red Riding Hood, it is a P5–20 truly wonderful piece of dance for all the family. GET DANCING P21–30 CAT P33–34 JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE P35–36
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If you can’t make that, Ballet Black are returning to the DanceHouse, after their sell out visit last year, to present a new triple bill, which also includes a work inspired by Little Red Riding Hood. I should warn you, however, that tickets for Ballet Black are already selling fast, so get in quick! You will no doubt be pleased to learn that our building work is at last about to be completed. Thank you for your patience during all the disruption and I do hope you enjoy spending time in the revitalised public spaces, I look forward to welcoming you here soon. Finally, I just wanted you to know that our Producer Helen Dawson is doing the final tweaks to a truly awesome programme for this autumn, so keep your eyes on our website as the rest of the year is also going to continue to be very special. Brendan
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THANK YOU … I’d like to say a personal thank you for your ongoing loyalty and support and the patience you have shown us during the last few months while we have been making some improvements to our building. We are a passionate team at DanceEast and committed to providing you with some of the best dance experiences from around the world. To the right are just some of the ways you can help support us – every pound raised goes towards creating our uniquely diverse programme Move | Be Moved that everyone can enjoy. Now is an ideal time to support us, as every pound you donate will be matched by Arts Council England’s Catalyst: Evolve. DOUBLE THE DONATION – DOUBLE THE IMPACT! And with Gift Aid your donation goes even further. It’s been a pleasure to get to know some of you and I am looking forward to meeting more of you in the coming months and years to come. We would love to hear from you so please do get in touch with the team.
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A special thank you to our patrons and corporate sponsors: Mr and Mrs James Barclay, Scilla Dyke, Lizzie Fargher, Mr and Mrs Alan Grieve, Amanda Maxwell, Martyn Rose, Sally Walton, Elizabeth Wellesley-Wesley, Mrs Beryl Chaplin and Alan Swerdlow. DANS-EZ, M.R. King & Sons, Novotel - Ipswich, Pentahotels - Ipswich, Salthouse Harbour Hotel, Woodward Markwell Insurance Brokers, Lattice Lodge and our media partners Ipswich Town & Waterfront.
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’Beautifully revealing…Unforgettably good.’ Judith Mackrell, The Guardian
Y N A P COMMELEON CHA Friday 12 May | 7.30pm
WITNESS
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Witness, the main piece in this double-bill, is a sensitive portrayal of how loved ones cope when mental health problems take hold of someone close. Raw and insightful, Witness breaks down preconceptions by uncovering the realities of an illness, which is too often misunderstood.
Age suitability 11yrs+ JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE CONTEMPORARY DANCE THEATRE Company Chameleon is supported by Arts Council England and Manchester City Council. Words Unspoken commissioned by La Mov Dance Company in Spain.
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Turning the spotlight on mental health and the things we choose to hide, this captivating double bill features a rich mix of dance and movement styles, intimate solos, emotive duets and powerful ensembles. Touching, sad, funny and absurd, this is relevant and up-to-the-minute dance theatre at its best. Words Unspoken, a short work exploring the untold secrets of the performers on stage, is the opening piece of this double-bill. Six dancers perform flawlessly formed movements in a striking and synchronised style. The effect is hypnotic and provides the perfect opener to what is a captivating production. Company Chameleon produces inspiring and original dance theatre productions in Manchester, which tour across the world. Following the high-energy performance of Beauty of the Beast in June 2016, this performance delves deep into an issue which affects one in four of us each year.
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Don’t miss this stunning dance theatre show for families – one of only a few UK tour dates this year!
Saturday 20 May 11.00am & 1.30pm
Inspired by one of the best-loved fairy tales and featuring famous characters from Little Red Riding Hood, Suites Curieuses mischievously plays in the shadows of a magical world where animation comes to life.
£10 £7 concessions £30 Family ticket
This 45-minute playful work is the perfect length for children even as young as two years. It features stunning theatrical staging and beautiful interaction between dancers and projections; don’t forget to keep an eye out for the toy train!
Age suitability 2yrs+ and families
Cas Public is a Canadian dance company celebrating 25 years of creativity, humour and dance theatre. Suites Curieuses will be sure to capture the imagination of adults and children alike, making it an experience the whole family can enjoy together.
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Friday 2 & Saturday 3 June | 7.30pm From £12 *see page 37 From £9 concessions £6 School Groups Age suitability 7yrs+ JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE CONTEMPORARY Red Riding Hood is co-commissioned by the Barbican.
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TRIPLE BILL FEATURING RED RIDING HOOD Ballet Black are back following a sell-out show here in 2016 that delighted a new generation of dance fans with its ‘dash, daring and joie de vivre’ (The Guardian). In her latest mixed bill, Artistic Director Cassa Pancho commissions bold choreography once more, blending the classical and contemporary, narrative and abstract, for her ballet company comprising international dancers of black and Asian descent. A four-hander characterised by intricate detail and propulsive energy, Captured ebbs and flows to the fiery emotion of Martin Lawrance’s edgy choreography, set to a Shostakovich string quartet. Celebrated British choreographer Michael Corder, whose glittering versions of Cinderella and The Snow Queen have been seen across Europe, creates the evening’s second abstract piece, House of Dreams. South Bank Award winner Annabelle Lopez Ochoa turns a popular fairy tale on its head as Red Riding Hood is given a surprising twist!
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‘Glorious... highly dynamic work’ The Telegraph on Captured
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PULSE DANCE DAY Thursday 8 June | Tickets £15 | Age suitability 16yrs+ Each year the New Wolsey Theatre invites DanceEast to programme an evening of new dance as part of its annual PULSE Festival.
TRIBE | STILL I RISE (PREVIEW) Former Candoco and Jasmin Vardimon Company dancer Victoria Fox Markiewicz previews her new work Still I Rise. Raw and energetic dance is combined with instinctual physicality inspired by the powerful and defiant words of Maya Angelou’s poem of the same name. Five daring female dancers begin a journey of simmering unison, restless duets and tender solos all performed with a gut-wrenching power. Pounding rhythms drive the movement and create an intense stark world where hope dies last. Falling down, gathering up… we rise.
7.00pm | STUDIO THEATRE R&D supported by Arts Council England Grants for the Arts.
NORA | NORA TALKS In conversation with Stephanie McMann, Eleanor Sikorski, Flora Wellesley Wesley and guest speaker. Who decides what an audience sees? How do we encounter things beyond what we ‘like’? How do we reach diversity and sustainability in dance? Over the last few months, Nora (the three dancers) have been asking themselves and other artists these questions. In this talk and discussion they will share the fruits of this period of international research.
8.00pm | WELLBEING STUDIO R&D supported by DanceEast.
SARAH BLANC | IT STARTED WITH JASON DONOVAN Sarah Blanc recounts her past dating life through the songs of her first love – Jason Donovan. Presented in a lecture-style format, alongside a cardboard cut-out Jason, she offers important life lessons for those with too many broken hearts, through dance, theatre, comedy and a whole lot of lycra. Nothing can divide us with Sarah to guide us. This show has been developed with mentors Bryony Kimmings and Aletta Collins and was the winner of the South East Dance Space to Dance Award at Brighton Fringe 2016.
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LINDY HOP WORKSHOP Part of Ipswich Jazz Festival. Learn some great social, partner and solo dance skills in this two hour Lindy Hop workshop with one of the most experienced Jazz and Lindy Hop dancers in the UK: Grounded Movement’s Temujin Gill. Temujin will teach Lindy Hop, the original Swing dance from 1930s Harlem, brought bang up-todate in this friendly workshop suitable for those with some dance experience. No partner required.
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Temujin choreographed and directed the NHS section of London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony. He has trained and performed with some of the world’s best Lindy Hop performers and loves to share his knowledge with others.
Friday 23 June 4.30 – 6.30pm | £12 Suitable for ages 14yrs+
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TAP JAM | OLD KENT ROAD Join three world-class tap dancers as they improvise along with a live band. Energetic, creative and full of individuality, this infectious dance style transports you back to the 1930s when dancers would improvise, jam and battle on street corners. London based tap dancer Avalon Rathgeb is joined on stage by Adele Joel and Ryan Campbell- Birch. Avalon performed in the London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony and regularly teaches and performs at tap festivals all over the world. If you are tapping your feet in your seat, you are welcome to don your own tap shoes and give some live improv tapping a go too!
Friday 23 June | 7.30pm £12, £9 concessions | Suitable for all ages
DANCEEAST PERFORMANCE GROUPS WITH TIM CASSON
Saturday 1 July 4.30pm & 7.30pm
This platform will showcase DanceEast’s performance groups alongside local community groups from the region and DanceEast’s Centre for Advanced Training. Each group has been working on the theme of ‘family’ as a starting point for the creation of their work. In addition, Casson and Friends will be calling upon the people of DanceEast and Ipswich to choreograph their very own dance, which will be made, rehearsed and performed all in one single day!
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SUMMERTION CELEBRA £10, £7 concessions Suitable for all ages JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE Tickets will be allocated to performers as a priority and any unallocated tickets will go on sale on 1 June.
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S N O I T S E U Q 0 2 Saturday 8 July 4.00pm & 7.00pm £10 £7 concessions Suitable for all ages JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE PREMIERE FAMILY
UNIT DanceEast Associate Artist UNIT present their first full-length performance 20 Questions. A fusion of dance, candid interviews and seamlessly integrated film, 20 Questions features a 40 strong intergenerational cast of local people, some of whom have danced all their lives, others who have never danced before. Every performer in the show has been on a journey with the company; learning who they are, who they were and who they might like to be; finding the answers to these big questions through movement. 20 Questions is a snapshot of life and a gloriously uplifting look at humanity. The 7pm performance will be followed by a “behind-the-scenes” celebration with the cast and their families and friends, sharing the unique collaborative process behind how the piece was made.
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H T U O Y L | NATIONA Y N A P M O C E C N DA T E L A J N E DAMI TARANTISEISMIC
Tuesday 18 July | 7.30pm
Following a sell-out performance last year, National Youth Dance Company return to DanceEast with their latest production created by 2016-2017 Guest Artistic Director Damien Jalet. NYDC has established a reputation for producing performances with a range of dancers who are expressive, brave and shaping the future of dance in this country.
Suitable for all ages
This new commission sees Jalet and the company of 40 young dancers present a unique piece of theatre which addresses themes of melancholia, ritual, control and abandon. Jalet’s revered choreographic style combined with the young dancers’ energy and talent is set to produce a mesmerising experience that shifts the consciousness of the audience.
From £12 *see page 37 From £9 concessions
JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE YOUTH DANCE CONTEMPORARY Sadler’s Wells is proud to be the host organisation for the National Youth Dance Company
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CENTRE FO ADVANCED R TRAINING Saturday 29 July 4.30pm & 7.30pm £10 £7 concessions Suitable for all ages JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE YOUTH DANCE CONTEMPORARY Please note tickets for these performances will be allocated to performers as a priority. Any unallocated tickets will go on sale on Friday 30 June.
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END OF YEAR SHOW Students from the DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training showcase their astonishing talent in a mixed bill of works by influential national and international choreographers, including Luke Brown, Glasshouse Dance, Michela Meazza (New Adventures), Lisa Hood (Avant Garde), Jo Meredith, Joss Arnott and Arthur Pita. This year’s programme has a theme of playfulness throughout as the dancers explore ways to be their true authentic selves. Resident at the Jerwood DanceHouse, the DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training is one of ten national dance centres offering part-time, non-residential professional dance training to children and young people aged between 10 and 18 years with exceptional potential in dance.
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SUMMER CLASSES 2017 MONDAY 24 APRIL – SATURDAY 15 JULY 2017 NO CLASSES DURING HALF TERM W/C MONDAY 29 MAY | BANK HOLIDAY 1 MAY TIME
TUTOR
STUDIO
PAY AS YOU DANCE
10.00 – 11.00am
Tina Kitley-Sparks
Wellbeing
LEVEL
MONDAY Tots & Co (1 – 3yrs & Adults)
1.00 – 2.00pm
Linda Sharp
Wellbeing
Ballet
Nia Dance 1
2.00 – 3.15pm
Gail Lister
Red Shoe B
Contemporary (11 – 16yrs)
1
4.00 – 5.00pm
Tina Kitley-Sparks
Red Shoe A
Creative Ballet (4 – 7yrs)
4.15 – 5.15pm
Gail Lister
Red Shoe B
Springboard (7 – 11yrs)
4.30 – 5.30pm
Lynnette King
Wellbeing
5.00 – 6.15pm
Tina Kitley-Sparks
Ashton
6.00 – 7.00pm
Lynnette King
Wellbeing
Contemporary (11 – 16yrs)
2
Springboard (11 – 16yrs)
Yoga
2
6.00 – 7.00pm
Nick Maggs
Red Shoe B
Ballet
1
6.15 – 7.30pm
Gail Lister
Ashton
Yoga
1
7.00 – 8.00pm
Nick Maggs
Red Shoe B
Ballet
2
7.30 – 9.00pm
Gail Lister
Ashton
Tots & Co (1 – 3yrs & Adults)
10.00 – 11.00am
Sarah Franklin
Wellbeing
Jolly Tots (3 – 4yrs & Adults)
11.00am – 12.00pm Sarah Franklin
Wellbeing
TUESDAY
Hip Hop (11 –16yrs) Pilates
5.30 – 6.30pm
Avant Garde Dance
Wellbeing
1
5.30 – 6.30pm
Michael Mann
Red Shoe
6.30 – 7.30pm
Avant Garde Dance
Wellbeing
1
6.45 – 8.00pm
Michael Mann
Red Shoe
7.30 – 9.00pm
Helen Foot
Wellbeing
2
8.15 – 9.30pm
Michael Mann
Red Shoe
Hip Hop Pilates Springboard Pilates
WEDNESDAY † Dance for Parkinson's Time to Dance (50yrs+)
3.00 – 5.00pm
English National Ballet Wellbeing
5.30 – 6.45pm
Mary Davies
Wellbeing
Tap
1
6.30 – 7.30pm
Mark Connell
Red Shoe
Tap
2
7.30 – 8.30pm
Mark Connell
Red Shoe
These classes are for people with additional needs; please call the Box Office for more information. Dance for Parkinson’s classes run from Wednesday 26 April – Wednesday 28 June. * Dance for Dementia classes run from Thursday 27 April – Thursday 29 June †
Please note: classes are subject to change
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LEVEL
STUDIO
PAY AS YOU DANCE
10.00 – 11.00am
Sarah Franklin
Wellbeing
1.30 – 3.30pm
Tom Hobden & Sarah Lewis
Wellbeing
THURSDAY Tots & Co (1 – 3yrs & Adults) * Dance for Dementia Pilates
2.00 – 3.15pm
Sam Whitfield
Red Shoe A
Creative Dance (7 – 11yrs)
4.30 – 5.30pm
Vicki Jacobs
Wellbeing
Creative Dance (11 – 16yrs) Egyptian Belly Dance
1
5.30 – 6.30pm
Vicki Jacobs
Wellbeing
6.30 – 7.45pm
Henrietta Lewis
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TUTOR
TIME
Inspired by Musicals
6.30 – 7.30pm
Charlotte Haddon
Red Shoe A
Contemporary Technique
7.45 - 9.00pm
Charlotte Haddon
Red Shoe A
Yoga
8.00 – 9.30pm
Gaye Gorman
Ashton
10.00 – 11.00am
Sarah Franklin
Wellbeing
FRIDAY Tots & Co (1 – 3yrs & Adults) Jolly Tots (3 – 4yrs & Adults)
11.00am –12.00pm Sarah Franklin
Wellbeing
Nia Dance
12.15 – 1.15pm
Linda Sharp
Wellbeing
Pilates
2.00 – 3.15pm
Michael Mann
Wellbeing
9.15 – 10.15am
Tina Kitley-Sparks
Wellbeing
SATURDAY Tots & Co (1 – 3yrs & Adults) Creative Dance (4 –7yrs)
9.30 – 10.30am
Nicola Roberts
Red Shoe
Yoga
9.30 – 10.45am
Katharine Lawrence
Ashton
Creative Hip Hop (4 – 7yrs) Musical Theatre Dance (7 – 11yrs) Creative Hip Hop (7 – 11yrs) Muscial Theatre Dance (11 – 16yrs)
10.30 – 11.30am
Avant Garde Dance
Red Shoe
11.00am – 12.15pm Nicola Roberts
Wellbeing
11.45am – 12.45pm Avant Garde Dance
Red Shoe
12.30 – 1.45pm
Wellbeing
Nicola Roberts
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LEVELS
Classes are for everyone over 16 years of age unless a specific age is given in brackets.
Classes are suitable for all levels of experience and ability unless stated:
1 for people with little experience 2 for people with some experience
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WORKSHOPS COMPANY CHAMELEON WORKSHOP Saturday 13 May | 2.00pm – 4.00pm Based on themes from their latest production Witness, Company Chameleon’s workshop will explore mental health through dance and introduce the company’s distinctive movement language and style. Starting with a dynamic and energetic warm-up class, participants will have the opportunity to explore some of the movement ideas and inject their own creativity and self-expression. Age suitability: 14yrs+ Price: £12 JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE SEE PAGES 5-6 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE
CAS PUBLIC FAMILY WORKSHOP Saturday 20 May | 2.45pm – 3.45pm A playful workshop for young people and their parents/guardians where participants can learn an excerpt from Cas Public’s latest show with a dancer from the company. Come along and join in the fun! Age suitability: 4-6yrs & adults Price: £8 (1 adult & 1 child, additional adult £3, additional child £2) JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE SEE PAGES 7-8 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE
NATIONAL YOUTH DANCE COMPANY EXPERIENCE WORKSHOP Thursday 1 June | 2.00pm – 6.00pm Come along to this free workshop where you’ll join in a class, take part in creative tasks and find out what it’s like to be in the company. Experience Workshops can be used as an opportunity to be considered for a place in the company as 30 new dancers join NYDC each year. NYDC is a fully inclusive company and welcomes applications from deaf and disabled dancers. To book please visit www.nydc.org.uk/workshop Booking deadline is Monday 15 May. Age suitability: 16-18yrs or up to 24yrs if deaf or disabled Price: Free JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE SEE PAGES 17-18 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE
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BALLET BLA COMPANY CK WORKSHO PS GRADE THREE BALLET LEVEL STUDENTS Level 1 – Recommended for those who have had some Ballet experience and are in Grade Three + or the equivalent. Saturday 3 June 2:00pm – 4:00pm Grade Three ballet class taught by Senior Artist Cira Robinson, where you will focus on classical ballet technique and musicality in performance and learn a section of repertoire from the Company’s current touring programme. You will also have the chance to ask Cira all your burning questions about being a professional dancer! Age suitability: Minimum age 10yrs
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL STUDENTS Level 2 – Recommended for those working towards or in vocational training, working at an Intermediate – Advanced 2 or the equivalent. Saturday 3 June 2:00pm – 4:00pm A classical ballet warm up, taught by Senior Artist Damien Johnson, with a focus on placement and technique will be followed by the chance to learn one of the solos from Red Riding Hood, taught by Junior Artist, Mthuthuzeli November, who created the role of The Wolf in Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s production. Price for each workshop: £12 SEE PAGES 9-10 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE
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SUMMER
Summer Schools are an opportunity for people to take part in intensive dance activity during the summer holiday. With classes taught by our professional tutors in conjunction with guest teachers, each Summer School offers the chance for participants to experience a range of dance styles and work creatively with others.
SUMMER SCHOOL (7–11YRS) Monday 31 July - Friday 4 August | 9.00am – 3.00pm The Junior Summer School is a fun-packed, energy-filled week of dance where friendships are made and new skills are learned. Participants will have a chance to try out a variety of dance styles each morning including Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Contemporary, Ballet and Creative Dance. Each afternoon participants will focus on performance skills and choreography, creating work to share with family and friends at the end of the week. This year, all participants will have the chance to gain an Arts Award – an introductory award designed to inspire young people to grow their talents in the arts.
Age suitability 7–11yrs | Price £125
SUMMER SCHOOL (12–18YRS) Monday 31 July – Friday 4 August | 9.00am – 3.30pm This is a fantastic opportunity for young people aged 12 to 18 years to experience different dance styles, work with others and most importantly have fun! Each morning participants will take class with specialist teachers in a variety of styles including Lyrical, Ballet, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop and Contemporary. Afternoon sessions are focused on developing choreographic and performance skills, creating work to share with friends and family at the end of the week.
Age suitability 12–18yrs | Price £125
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S L O O H C S This year we are pleased to introduce our first ever 50yrs+ Summer Intensive.
SUMMER INTENSIVE (50YEARS+ ) NEW! Thursday 3 August & Friday 4 August | 10:00am – 4.00pm This is an exciting opportunity for people aged 50yrs+ with any level of dance experience to work intensively with professional dance artists over two days. The first day will be led by an artist from Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures and Re:Bourne; and on the second day dancer and choreographer Alexander Whitley.
Age suitability 50yrs+ | Price £48
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SUMMER LAB IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UNIT Monday 4 – Wednesday 6 September | 10.00am – 6.00pm Aimed at young artists graduating or reaching the end of their training, this Summer Lab is led in partnership with UNIT. UNIT is the East’s leading participatory dance company and was established following a series of highly successful collaborations between choreographer Tom Hobden and film director Kate Flurrie. UNIT creates projects, performances, films and training programmes that support dancers from all backgrounds and experiences. The three day intensive experience offers emerging artists learning and development opportunities through high quality, aspirational workshops and seminars focused on building a professional network, securing funding and marketing. Participants will take part in daily technique classes and creative workshops, and meet a wide range of high calibre artists, companies and sector professionals connected to the east. Mentoring support will be offered throughout the programme and afterwards. The Summer Lab is part of DanceEast’s work towards contributing to the infrastructure for dance by bridging the gap in provision between professional training and getting young artists career ready. This work aims to connect graduates to the regional dance scene, build a vibrant network of emerging artists and establish a thriving community of dancers living and working in the east.
Age suitability 18yrs+, experienced dancers | Price £100
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PERFORMANCE GROUPS
DanceEast Performance Groups showcase excellence in dance across the East of England. There are five groups for different ages, abilities and levels of experience, which meet weekly to create and rehearse for a variety of local, regional and national performances throughout the year. Everyone who submits an application will be invited to a taster session in September, which marks the start of the year for Performance Groups. Participation requires commitment throughout the 2017-18 academic year to weekly sessions, plus rehearsals and performances. Please contact performance.groups@danceeast.co.uk to register your interest, find out more information or request an application form.
BOYS UNITED AUDITION DATE: MONDAY 18 SEPTEMBER WEEKLY SESSION: MONDAYS 5.30PM – 7.00PM | AGE: 10-15YRS | £52 PER TERM A fun and energetic group, Boys United offers participants the opportunity to improve their technique and develop choreographic and creative skills in an all-male environment. Boys United projects have previously involved cross-disciplinary exploration of dance and other art forms, as well as working with a range of styles alongside contemporary dance, including breakdance and parkour. No previous dance experience is necessary, but enthusiasm is a must!
SUFFOLK JUNIOR DANCE COMPANY AUDITION DATE: WEDNESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER WEEKLY SESSION: WEDNESDAYS 5.00PM – 6.30PM | AGE: 11-15YRS | £52 PER TERM Led by Caroline Mummery, Suffolk Junior Dance Company is for young dancers aged 11 – 15 years and members work collaboratively on projects, performing together throughout the year. Company members develop creative expression and performance skills through a variety of choreographic activities, including learning how to create original dances and improving their contemporary technique. The group’s weekly sessions are a great way to have fun, make new friends and learn something new!
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DANCE UNLIMITED
Dance Unlimited is a creative group for dance practitioners and enthusiasts with at least two years training. Participation is via audition and with many performance opportunities throughout the year a high degree of commitment is required from members. The group offers an open and playful dynamic to explore ideas collaboratively, challenging and investigating participants own movement vocabulary to develop new and exciting ways of creating work to share.
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AUDITION DATE: MONDAY 18 SEPTEMBER WEEKLY SESSION: MONDAYS 7.15PM – 9.15PM | AGE: 18YRS+ | £60 PER TERM
SPIN OFF AUDITION DATE: FRIDAY 22 SEPTEMBER WEEKLY SESSION: FRIDAYS 5.00PM – 7.00PM | AGE: 18YRS+ | £52 PER TERM Led by Lynnette King, Spin Off is a dance company for 18+ years with additional needs. With an approach to inclusive practice that is both exciting and stimulating, the weekly class explores creativity and seeks opportunities for each individual to reach their full potential and work alongside other like minded dancers. Current members share a wealth of experience between them and continue to perform at local, regional and national events.
ENCOREEAST AUDITION DATE: WEDNESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER WEEKLY SESSION: WEDNESDAYS 7.00PM – 8.00PM | AGE: 50YRS+ | £30 PER TERM EncoreEast is DanceEast’s resident over-50s performance company, proving that it’s never too late to start dancing! Led by Mary Davies, EncoreEast works towards numerous performance projects, devising original material through the creative exploration of various choreographic approaches. EncoreEast members are required to take part in Time to Dance, a class directly before the company session, to supplement EncoreEast’s performance-centered work (see page 21 – 22).
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DanceEast in partnership with One Dance UK presents
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DANCE MEDICINE & SCIENCE REGIONAL MEETING A Healthier Dancer Day on The Adolescent Dancer A blend of practical and discursive workshops, as well as keynote presentations, this day draws from the most recent research and practice in dance medicine and science to offer up-to-date information on the physiology and psychology of adolescent dancers to apply in the studio.
Friday 26 May | 10.00am – 6.00pm | £80, £65 concessions | JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE
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Friday 26 May Schedule 10.00am – 10.30am Arrival and coffee. 10.30am – 11.00am Keynote Presentation; Speaker to be confirmed. 11.00am – 12noon Training the Adolescent Dancer: Physiological and Psychological Perspectives: Siobhan Mitchell, University of Bath. 12noon – 12.30pm Coffee. 12.30pm – 1.30pm Parallel Sessions: Pointework Readiness: Katy Chambers, Royal Academy of Dance OR Resilience and Mental Health: Stella Howard, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. 1.30pm – 2.15pm Lunch. 2.15pm – 2.30pm Creating a Safe Dance Environment: Mark Rasmussen, Harlequin Dance Floors.
2.30pm – 3.30pm Panel Discussion: How Do We Support Adolescent Dancers to Dance: Chair: Rachel Rist, Tring Park School for Performing Arts, Panellists: Sujata Banerjee (Classical Indian Dance Artist), Hakeem Onibudo (Impact Dance and Changemaker at The Place), Sarah Lewis (Glass House Dance and DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training), Tracy Witney (Head of Learning and Participation, Northern School of Contemporary Dance). 3.30pm – 4.30pm Parallel sessions: Nutrition for the Young Dancer: Zerlina Mastin, Dance Dietician and Author of Nutrition for the Dancer OR The Widening Role of the Dance Teacher: Tom Hobden, UNIT and DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training. 4.30pm – 6.00pm Tea, followed by performances.
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R O F E R T N G CE N I N I A R T ADVANCED The DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) is one of ten National Centres for Advanced Training aimed at young people aged 10 – 18 years with exceptional potential in dance, funded by the Department for Education (DfE). As this is the most intensive and committed of DanceEast’s youth activities, training is suited to those who have aspirations to pursue a career as a dance professional, or at least are ready to make a commitment to intensive training.
The scheme is devised to prepare young dancers for full-time professional dance training or university and includes tuition in five core areas:
• Technique • Creative and choreography • Performance • Health education (including injury prevention, nutrition, Pilates & Yoga)
• Enrichment activities (including theatre trips) and workshops in a range of styles.
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CAT ALUMNI We are very proud of our CAT graduates; the scheme has a 100% success rate of graduates continuing dance at conservatoire or university level. Here is what some of our DanceEast CAT students and graduates are up to over the summer.
ISIS CLUNIE
ARCHIE JAMES
is part of the National Youth Dance Company, which premiered its new work Tarantiseismic, by NYDC Guest Artistic Director & Choreographer Damien Jalet, at Sadler’s Wells in April and will be performed here at the DanceHouse on 18 July (see pages 17-18).
continued his training at the Central School of Ballet and is dancing for Northern Ballet in Goldilocks and the Three Bears on a national tour until 17 June.
CHARLOTTE PEERS is dancing for Ballet Central who are performing at the Mercury Theatre Colchester on Wednesday 14 June, featuring work by Sir Matthew Bourne, Liam Scarlett & Jenna Lee.
BRITTANIE DILLON is on tour with Ballet Central and has been selected for Wayne McGregor’s PEER mentoring programme. She was one of the first Student Associates with Sir Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures, attending The Red Shoes rehearsal and creation period and going on to perform during the show’s Christmas season.
RICHARD PYE has been selected for the year-long Wayne McGregor PEER mentoring programme which includes interactions with Studio Wayne McGregor, taking part in company class and creative labs, professional development sessions by Studio Wayne McGregor office staff, and mentoring by Company Wayne McGregor dancers, to gain exposure to life as a professional dancer and develop a peer network.
NATALIA WATT is studying at Tring Park and performing with Encore Dance on a national tour until 6 May, ending at the Lilian Baylis Studio, Sadler’s Wells.
KAIA GOODENOUGH is a Teaching Assistant on our CAT programme, having graduated from London Studio Centre in July 2016; part of our work to bring back new graduates to Ipswich/Suffolk.
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JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE
HIRE THE DANCEHOUSE Whether you are hosting a private or corporate function, need rehearsal space or are searching for a venue to perform in, all spaces at the Jerwood DanceHouse are available for hire. The iconic building houses a number of flexible, vibrant spaces including:
• 200 Seat Studio Theatre • 4 World-Class Dance Studios • Therapy Room • Seminar Room • Café • Foyer and Bar Area • Gallery Space • The Retreat
The emphasis is on friendly professionalism, there is no standard package and we are happy to adapt the space and our service to meet your specific requirements. The spaces are not only suitable for artistic purposes such as rehearsals and performances but are also great for corporate events like AGMs, conferences, meetings and parties. The venue has played host to prestigious organisations including Age UK, British Red Cross, Creative Minds Project, The Environment Agency, Morgan Sindall, Shakespeare Schools Festival, The Design Council and UK Power Networks. For details of our affordable rates or to check availability, please contact Maggie Powell, Venue Hire Co-ordinator. 01473 295240 | Maggie.Powell@danceeast.co.uk
THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE CO. SUNDAY 11 JUNE | 12PM & 3PM The CTC was established in Ipswich in 2009 by local performing artist Bridie Rowe. This innovative, vibrant theatre company proudly presents their first showcase with over 100 children of different ages performing, in a celebration of talent and musical theatre.
COPLESTON HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER DANCE SHOWCASE TUESDAY 11 – 13 JULY | 7.00PM Copleston High School is proud to present a dance variety show, showcasing the work of GCSE and A Level Dance groups, dance companies Diamond and Stardust, as well as the dance clubs from Year 7 to 13 and the Sixth Form Dance Academy.
Price: £15, £12 concessions
Price: £8, £5 (over 60s & under 18s)
IPSWICH HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS | VIDEO KILLED THE IHS STAR
EMMA DODD SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS MUSICALITY
MONDAY 26 JUNE | 6.00PM TUESDAY 27 JUNE | 7.00PM
SAT 22 JULY 2.00PM | 6.00PM
Celebrating some of the most iconic music videos of the last 40 years and using them as inspiration in creating new visual ideas, the show features pupils from Year 3 up to Year 13 and includes the winners of the IHS Young Dancer 2017 award. Price: £8.50, £6.50 concessions
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The Emma Dodd School of Performing Arts perform their annual summer showcase, Musicality, encompassing the very best of Musical Theatre in a fun filled, action packed show suitable for all ages!! Price: £8, £5 (over 60s & under 18s)
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HOW TO BOOK PERFORMANCES
CLASSES AND COURSES
*Individual show ticket prices can be seen on each show page. Do book early to get the seats you want at the best deal as these prices will change as the demand for tickets increases.
Please visit our website or contact our friendly box office team to find out about our summer term of classes and courses.
CONCESSIONS If you are aged under 26, over 60, registered disabled or on income support, tickets cost from £7, please see individual show pages. If you do not need a concessionary rate ticket please tell us at the time of booking and we can ‘donate the difference’. As a registered charity every little donation makes a big difference to us.
FAMILY TICKETS Family tickets at £30 for 4, up to max 2 adults, are available on selected shows.
SCHOOL GROUPS £6 Student tickets, plus 1 teacher free with every 10 booked, are available on selected shows.
GROUP BOOKINGS
PAY AS YOU DANCE Only available for classes marked on pages 21 & 22 Adults £7, Concessions £6, Under 16s £5.50.
ACCESS To ensure that your visit is as smooth as possible, please contact us in advance to advise of any access needs or to reserve a wheelchair space.
All discounts are subject to availability, only one discount applies and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or concession. Concessions for classes and courses are classified as over 60, student, registered disabled and income support. Classes for Tots & Co (1 adult & 1 Tot) are the same prices as concessions listed above. Additional Tots can be purchased at £4 per Tot. Once purchased, performance, classes and workshop tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded. The information in this booklet was correct at the time of going to print. DanceEast reserves the right to amend prices, discounts and benefits at any time. Fees and transaction charges are subject to change.
For bookings of 10+ save 10% – please call our friendly Box Office team on 01473 295230.
BOX OFFICE OPENING HOURS Standard Hours
16 July – 9 September
Monday – Thursday
9.00am – 9.00pm
9.00am – 6.00pm
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Saturday
9.00am – 6.00pm
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Sunday
10.00am – 5.00pm
Closed **
** Opening hours will be revised for performances and events. Please call to check opening hours before making a special journey
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PLANNING YOUR VISIT THE JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE IS SITUATED AT THE MILL ON IPSWICH WATERFRONT. IT IS ROUGHLY A 15 MINUTE WALK FROM IPSWICH TRAIN STATION AND THE TOWN CENTRE.
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