MAKE: Residency with Solène Weinachter
How, when death and the dead body is concealed from the public arena, can we make space to process our finite existence? How do we say our farewell? How do we both grieve and celebrate? And in a world that …
DO: Traces – a graffiti art and dance project for young people aged 12–18
This summer, we’re looking for a curious group of young people who want to learn graffiti art and dance skills and combine these to create an exciting urban art piece. No experience is needed, just bring your …
Featured performer: Charlie Morrissey Photography: Rob Hopper
WATCH: Rise 2021 Festival
At Dance North, we think that watching dance changes and enriches you. We’re proud that we’re able to bring the most interesting artists from across the globe to just down the road. We’re proud that we get …
WATCH: Rise 2021 – SAVAGE (SOLD OUT)
RISE 2021: SAVAGE DNYC is an immersive dance theatre performance piece set in the stunning landscape of the Findhorn dunes. We, the audience are guided by young women, the last of their kind, into an elemental world …
WATCH: Rise 2021 – Double Bill: The Solo Piece & At Once (SOLD OUT)
A RISE 2021 double bill: two performances by two artists; old friends and collaborators. Each reaching into their past to adapt and update an older work into something new. The Solo Piece – Matteo Fargion & At Once …
DO: Active Schools Classes: Elgin, Fochabers, Forres
Dance North is working with Active Schools to deliver dance classes in Elgin, Fochabers and Forres. Dance North will offer fun sessions that will focus on contemporary dance technique and creative choreography. …
NEWS: RAS network request for support form now live
Following Dance North Scotland's consultation through one-to-one interviews with RAS members, we are delighted to share our findings on how RAS members want the network the develop. We have designed a form which RAS members can use …
NEWS: Arts in Moray (AIM) – Moray Way Residency Open Call
Moray Way Association (MWA) announces a 12-month residency based on the Moray Way, a 100-mile circular route that runs throughout Moray’s diverse landscape. The residency will ideally suit someone with an interest in walking art …
DO: May to June Term – Fochabers Juniors
Do you have a child, (Age 7-11), that has loads of creativity and loves to move and dance? Bring them along to our Junior Fochabers class. Young dancers get an opportunity to learn contemporary dance technique as …
DO: May to June Term – Dance Movement Group
Dance North’s Dance and Movement Group is a weekly group for young people aged 8-14 with different levels of ability and inclusive of children with additional support needs. The sessions encourage creativity... …
DO: May to June Term – Fochaber Seniors
New term for Dance North Youth Fochaber Seniors - An opportunity to learn contemporary dance technique, choreographic and performance skills in a safe environment. Young people will have fun and explore their creativity learning. …
BLOG: ‘I’ve never seen a whale with my naked eye’ by Simone Kenyon
DNA Artist, Simone Kenyone, reflects on her experience of using binoculars to whale watch during lockdown, her anticipation of seeing Barney the humpback whale, and getting to know her home better. …